Euro BT

Protecting Sunflower Crops: Practical Experience with “Euro BT”

When you are in the field and the sunflowers start their active growth, the main task is to clear the weeds without damaging the crop. Using “Euro BT” from “Inforce Chemical” shows it is a reliable tool, provided you follow the protocol. The product combines two powerful active ingredients — imazamox and imazapyr — making it “heavy artillery” against stubborn weeds.

Application and Performance

This is a systemic post-emergence herbicide. It penetrates the leaves and blocks weed growth from within. In practice, after application (1.0–2.0 L/ha), weeds stop growing almost immediately. If common lambsquarters, pigweed, mustard, or ragweed dominate your field, you will see results within a week. I should highlight its efficacy against creeping wheatgrass and sow thistle — here, “Euro BT” shows excellent selectivity, staying gentle on the sunflower crop itself.

• Systemic Action: Absorbed by leaves and transported throughout the weed, preventing regrowth.
• Flexibility: Works as a post-emergence herbicide, allowing application when weeds have sprouted and are easily identified.
• Efficiency: With the right sprayer settings, an application rate of 1–2 liters per hectare keeps the field clean until the end of the season.

Practical Tips

The water-soluble concentrate form simplifies tank mix preparation; the product dissolves quickly in water without clogging sprayer filters or nozzles, which is critical for operational efficiency. Given its Hazard Class 3, standard safety measures must be followed. Remember, this is a selective herbicide, so hitting the right growth stage of the crop is crucial to fully utilize its selectivity potential. For farms practicing intensive agriculture, this product from the Ukrainian manufacturer “Inforce Chemical” has become an optimal solution for balancing cost and field purity.