DIAGONAL

Soil Control: A Systemic Approach with «Diagonal»

In modern intensive agriculture, where every day is critical for yield formation, choosing a reliable soil-applied herbicide determines crop cleanliness right from the start. «Diagonal», developed by Shandong Zhangmi Pesticide Co., Ltd. (China), is a precision control tool that allows farmers to intercept weeds before they even emerge.

Mechanism and Efficacy

The product is based on acetochlor, a well-proven active ingredient in the chloroacetamide class. It acts as a systemic, selective herbicide that blocks cell division and protein synthesis in germinating weeds. By penetrating through the coleoptile in grasses and the hypocotyl in broadleaf weeds, «Diagonal» eliminates harmful species before they begin competing with crops for moisture, light, and nutrients.

Application Scope and Regulations

The formulation is designed to protect strategically important crops: soybeans, sunflowers, and corn. By applying it pre-emergence, the herbicide establishes a robust «protective screen» within the top layer of the soil.

• Type of Action: Systemic soil-applied (pre-emergence) herbicide.
• Application Rate: 1.5–3 L/ha, allowing for flexible adjustment based on soil texture and weed infestation levels.
• Safety Profile: Class 3 hazard rating.
• Treatment Frequency: Strictly 1 application per season.

As an emulsifiable concentrate, the product mixes easily with water and maintains high stability when prepared correctly. The product’s applicants in Ukraine, including the Agro-Soyuz production enterprise and F. Iprochem Company Ltd., ensure quality control and accessibility for agricultural producers.

Market Positioning

Amid current trends in agricultural technology, «Diagonal» remains a highly sought-after solution due to its proven selectivity. It serves as a dependable «workhorse» for farms relying on classical protection schemes that require guaranteed performance during early growth stages. With only one application required, it allows farmers to optimize resource allocation and focus on other essential field operations.