Butilan

A Reliable Start for Oilseed Rape and Cabbage

When cultivating winter oilseed rape or cabbage, success is determined long before the first leaves appear. From an operator's perspective, the Butisan herbicide from BASF SE is one of those essential tools that provides peace of mind due to its consistent performance. Unlike many generic options, it delivers reliable results against a wide spectrum of weeds, including common lambsquarters, redroot pigweed, field pennycress, shepherd's purse, and cleavers.

Application Insights and Performance

Butisan is formulated as a suspension concentrate, making it straightforward to handle in the field. Its systemic action combined with soil-based activity allows you to resolve weed pressure at the very early stages. Here are the key points for successful usage:

• Application Rate: The product works reliably within the 1.7–2.5 L/ha range. Achieving a uniform coverage across the soil surface is crucial for maximum efficacy.
• Soil Activation: As a pre-emergence herbicide, it requires moisture in the topsoil layer to activate. This is the golden rule for any grower: ensure the soil is properly prepared and moist at the time of application.
• Selectivity: As a selective herbicide, it is gentle on the crop, ensuring no growth inhibition, which is vital for the development of a robust root system during the autumn period.

The maximum allowed number of applications is once per season. This is perfectly sufficient to keep the field clean during the critical germination phase. With a hazard class 3 rating, standard individual protective equipment is required, but there are no "hidden" issues such as nozzle clogging or tank corrosion. The suspension is stable, easy to mix, and washes out of the sprayer efficiently, saving you time on maintenance and equipment cleanup.