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Exploring the Different Types of Herbicides and Their Applications: From Glyphosate to Metolachlor

Glyphosate: It is a non-selective herbicide that is used to control both annual and perennial weeds. It is effective against grasses, broadleaf weeds, and woody plants. Commercial names: Roundup, Rodeo, Gly Star, Touchdown.

Atrazine: It is a selective herbicide that is used to control annual broadleaf and grassy weeds. It is effective against some types of sedges and is used primarily on corn and sorghum crops. Commercial names: Aatrex, Atrazine 4L, Bicep II Magnum, Trizip.

2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D): It is a selective herbicide that is used to control broadleaf weeds in grassy areas. It is used primarily in turf management and agricultural settings. Commercial names: Weed-B-Gon, Trimec, Dicamba DMA.

Dicamba: It is a selective herbicide that is used to control broadleaf weeds in various crops such as corn, cotton, and soybeans. It is also used for turf management. Commercial names: Banvel, Clarity, Engenia, XtendiMax.

Imazapic: It is a selective herbicide that is used to control broadleaf weeds and grasses in non-crop areas such as roadsides, fence lines, and industrial sites. Commercial names: Plateau, Impose.

Metolachlor: It is a selective herbicide that is used to control annual grasses and some broadleaf weeds in corn, soybean, and cotton crops. Commercial names: Dual, Brawl, Pennant Magnum.

Paraquat: It is a non-selective herbicide that is used to control annual and perennial weeds. It is toxic to humans and animals and is only used in agricultural and industrial settings. Commercial names: Gramoxone, Firestorm.

Sulfentrazone: It is a selective herbicide that is used to control broadleaf weeds in soybean and peanut crops. It is also used in turf management. Commercial names: Authority, Spartan, Sonic.

Triclopyr: It is a selective herbicide that is used to control woody plants, vines, and brush. It is also used in turf management. Commercial names: Garlon, Remedy, Grazon.

Clopyralid: It is a selective herbicide that is used to control broadleaf weeds in grassy areas such as golf courses and parks. It is also used in agricultural settings. Commercial names: Stinger, Transline.

Please note that this list is not comprehensive and there are many other herbicides available in the market, which should be used under professional guidance and with caution.


Sure, here are ten more commonly used herbicides along with their generic names, types of weeds they control, and commercial names:

Flumioxazin: A pre-emergent herbicide that is used to control broadleaf and grassy weeds in crops such as soybeans, corn, and cotton. Commercial names: Valor, Chateau.

Clethodim: A selective herbicide that is used to control grassy weeds in crops such as soybeans, peanuts, and cotton. Commercial names: Select, Arrow.

Pendimethalin: A pre-emergent herbicide that is used to control annual grasses and some broadleaf weeds in crops such as corn, soybeans, and cotton. Commercial names: Prowl, Pendulum.

Carfentrazone-ethyl: A selective herbicide that is used to control broadleaf weeds in various crops such as wheat, barley, and rice. Commercial names: Aim, Shark.

Chlorimuron-ethyl: A selective herbicide that is used to control annual and perennial broadleaf weeds in soybean and peanut crops. Commercial names: Classic, FirstRate.

Glyphosate + Dicamba: A herbicide combination that is used to control a wide range of broadleaf and grassy weeds in crops such as soybeans, cotton, and corn. Commercial names: Xtendimax, Enlist Duo.

Metribuzin: A selective herbicide that is used to control annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in crops such as soybeans, potatoes, and sugar beets. Commercial names: Sencor, Lexar.

2,4-D + Dicamba: A herbicide combination that is used to control broadleaf weeds in crops such as soybeans, corn, and wheat. Commercial names: Enlist One, Banvel II.

Halosulfuron-methyl: A selective herbicide that is used to control broadleaf weeds and sedges in crops such as rice, corn, and soybeans. Commercial names: Permit, Sandea.

Metolachlor + Atrazine: A herbicide combination that is used to control annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in crops such as corn and sorghum. Commercial names: Bicep II MAGNUM, Harness MAX.


Here are ten more commonly used herbicides along with their generic names, types of weeds they control, and commercial names:

Quizalofop-p-ethyl: A selective herbicide that is used to control grassy weeds in crops such as soybeans, peanuts, and cotton. Commercial names: Assure II, Targa.

Isoxaflutole: A selective herbicide that is used to control broadleaf weeds in crops such as corn and soybeans. Commercial names: Balance Flexx, Corvus.

Oxyfluorfen: A selective herbicide that is used to control annual and perennial broadleaf weeds in crops such as citrus, strawberries, and tomatoes. Commercial names: Goal, Goal Tender.

Fluroxypyr: A selective herbicide that is used to control broadleaf weeds in various crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat. Commercial names: Starane, Spur.

Pyroxasulfone: A pre-emergent herbicide that is used to control annual grasses and some broadleaf weeds in crops such as corn and soybeans. Commercial names: Zidua, Anthem.

Glyphosate + 2,4-D: A herbicide combination that is used to control broadleaf weeds and grassy weeds in crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat. Commercial names: Enlist Duo, WeedMaster.

Mesotrione: A selective herbicide that is used to control annual and perennial broadleaf weeds in corn and soybean crops. Commercial names: Callisto, Tenacity.

S-metolachlor: A selective herbicide that is used to control annual grasses and some broadleaf weeds in crops such as corn, soybeans, and cotton. Commercial names: Dual II Magnum, Brawl II.

Fomesafen: A selective herbicide that is used to control annual and perennial broadleaf weeds in soybean and peanut crops. Commercial names: Reflex, Raptor.

Bentazon: A selective herbicide that is used to control annual and perennial broadleaf weeds in crops such as corn, soybeans, and peanuts. Commercial names: Basagran, Leader.

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