Topic
herbicide
Agricultural #india#paraquat
India proposes blanket ban on Paraquat herbicide, citing severe toxicity risks
The Indian government has issued a draft order proposing a complete ban on the herbicide Paraquat Dichloride, citing severe toxicity to humans and animals. The ban would halt manufacture, import, sale, and distribution, affecting millions of farmers and a domestic market that saw sales of 1.05 lakh tonnes in 2023-24. Stakeholders have 30 days to submit feedback before the ban is finalised.
Jul 14, 2026 1 source
Commodities Agricultural #upl#weed management
UPL launches Ricebeaux smart herbicide for modern rice farming in India
UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions has launched 'Ricebeaux', a smart broad-spectrum early post-emergence herbicide for rice, after over 10 years of R&D and multi-location trials across India. The product combines Propanil and Penoxsulam to control grasses, sedges, and broadleaf weeds, addressing challenges from erratic monsoons and labour shortages.
Jul 8, 2026 1 source