Technical Content
Complete formulation specifications for Heranba METRO COMBI
| Product Name | METRO COMBI |
| Brand | Heranba |
| Category | Herbicide |
| Technical Name | Metsulfuron 20% WP |
| Formulation | WP |
Product Description
METRO COMBI is a sulfonylurea ALS-inhibiting herbicide formulated for post-emergence control of annual and perennial broadleaf weeds and some grasses in wheat, barley, and non-crop areas at very low doses.
Features
Discover what makes METRO COMBI a trusted choice for farmers across India
- METRO COMBI provides ALS-inhibiting sulfonylurea herbicide action for effective weed management.
- It requires a very low application dose for efficient performance.
- It delivers post-emergence control of broadleaf weeds and selected grasses.
- It is selective for wheat and barley when used at the recommended rates.
- METRO COMBI provides exceptional weed control at gram-level application doses.
- It is suitable for large-area weed management.
- It reduces the quantity of herbicide required per hectare.
- It offers a cost-effective solution for managing diverse weed problems.
Uses & Recommended Dosage
Application guidelines for various crops and target pests
| Crop | Target Weeds | Recommended Dosage |
|---|---|---|
| CropWheat | Target WeedsChenopodium album, Melilotus indica, Lathyrus aphaca, Anagallis arvensis, Vicia sativa, Cirsium arvense | Recommended Dosage8 g/acre |
| CropRice (Transplanted) | Target WeedsCyperus rotundus, Sphenoclea spp., Fimbristylis spp., Ludwigia parviflora, Marsilea quadrifoliata | Recommended Dosage8 g/acre |
| CropSugarcane | Target WeedsCyperus esculentus, Amaranthus viridis, Portulaca oleracea, Parthenium hysterophorus, Trianthema spp., Cleome viscosa, Solanum spp., Commelina benghalensis, Euphorbia spp., Digera spp. | Recommended Dosage12 g/acre |
Mode of Action
Understanding the mechanism of METRO COMBI
METRO COMBI works by inhibiting acetolactate synthase (ALS), preventing the biosynthesis of essential Amino Acids valine, leucine, and isoleucine. It stops weed growth and causes chlorosis, followed by the gradual death of weeds within 2–3 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries about METRO COMBI insecticide
METRO COMBI works by inhibiting acetolactate synthase (ALS), preventing the biosynthesis of valine, leucine, and isoleucine in susceptible plants. It stops weed growth and causes chlorosis, followed by the gradual death of weeds within 2–3 weeks.
Heranba METRO COMBI is recommended for use in wheat, transplanted rice, and sugarcane for the control of annual and perennial broadleaf weeds and selected grasses, including the weeds listed in the dosage table above.
Apply METRO COMBI at the recommended dosage according to the crop and target weeds. Refer to the dosage table above for the correct application rate.
You can purchase Heranba METRO COMBI through authorized Heranba dealers and distributors.
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