ClétoTop

Systemic Grass Weed Control

In the field of selective weed control for broad-leaved crops, "CletoTop" occupies a niche as a reliable post-emergence herbicide. The product is developed through the expertise of Belchim Crop Protection N.V. and manufactured at the Schirm GmbH facilities in Germany. It relies on a classic active ingredient—clethodim, which belongs to the cyclohexanedione chemical class and has remained the gold standard for controlling grass weeds in dicotyledonous crops for decades.

Technical Profile and Mechanism

"CletoTop" is formulated as a suspension concentrate designed for foliar application. Its systemic activity allows the active ingredient to move rapidly through the plant's phloem, reaching the growing points and root system. This is crucial for controlling perennial weeds, such as couch grass (Agropyron repens), as the herbicide ensures the complete destruction of underground organs, preventing regeneration.

Application and Target Crops

The product demonstrates high selectivity, making it a safe tool for protecting a wide range of crops:

• Industrial crops: sunflower, winter rapeseed, soybean, flax.
• Row crops: fodder beet, potatoes.

The efficacy against a broad spectrum of annual and perennial grasses is well-documented across European climate zones. "CletoTop" serves as a flexible post-emergence tool, managing both early-stage infestations and more established weed populations, provided the application guidelines are strictly followed.

Market Positioning and Reputation

The production standards at Schirm GmbH guarantee the stability of the formulation, ensuring uniform coverage of the leaf surface. This Belchim Crop Protection N.V. product is targeted at professional farmers who require predictable results in intensive agricultural systems. Classified under hazard class 2, the herbicide is highly effective, though it performs best when combined with high-quality adjuvants to improve penetration through the waxy cuticle of weed leaves.