What is Basta used for?

What is Basta used for?

Basta® Non-Selective Herbicide is a versatile non-selective knockdown herbicide registered for the control of over 80 weed species in a wide range of crops. Basta is particularly effective on some of the most damaging and hard-to-control weeds in horticulture.

How toxic is Basta?

Acute toxicity: Category 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed. Acute toxicity: Category 4 H312 Harmful in contact with skin. Eye irritation: Category 2A H319 Causes serious eye irritation. Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B H360F May damage fertility.

Is glufosinate the same as glyphosate?

The key difference between glyphosate and glufosinate is that glyphosate is a synthetic compound, whereas glufosinate is a naturally occurring compound. Both glyphosate and glufosinate are broad-spectrum herbicide compounds. These are organic compounds having closely similar structures.

Is Basta a herbicide?

Basta is a non-selective, non-residual herbicide with limited translocation potential. It is therefore ideally suited for line-marking on sports fields where precise weed control is required. Apply at 6 – 8 week intervals depending on growth of turf. Apply using single boom or hand wand.

Is glufosinate-ammonium safe?

Glufosinate-ammonium is not classified for carcinogenic or endocrine disrupting effects. Glufosinate-ammonium has been used safely for 30 years, on more than 100 crops, and to-date, there are no known cases of harm to humans when applied according to labelled instructions.

Is the chemical compound found in Basta?

Solution : (i) Trade name ‘ Basta’ refers to a non-selctive herbicide containing the chemical compound the chemical compound phosphinothricin .

How long does it take glufosinate to work?

Visual effects and control from the application of Glufosinate products occur within 2 to 4 days after application under good growing conditions.

What is the target of the herbicide glufosinate?

Glufosinate-ammonium is a nonselective, postemergence herbicide introduced in 1981 for total vegetation control. Glutamine synthetase (GS; EC 6.3. 1.2) is the target enzyme for glufosinate-ammonium. GS is an important enzyme in nitrogen metabolism responsible for assimilation of ammonia.

What is glufosinate used for?

Glufosinate-ammonium is a highly effective herbicide used to control weeds in more than 100 crops in many countries worldwide. Farmers rely on Glufosinate-ammonium because it ensures a high degree of crop safety, as it only affects the parts of the plant where it is applied.

Is glufosinate ammonium safe?

Can you tank mix glyphosate and glufosinate?

Can I use glufosinate and glyphosate in a tank mix? Short answer: Absolutely! Long answer: It’s not quite as simple as adding one or the other to your current herbicide spray mix and getting better weed control. There are some key factors to keep in mind before using this mix.

How long does glufosinate take to work?

2 to 4 days
Visual effects and control from the application of Glufosinate products occur within 2 to 4 days after application under good growing conditions.