Leaderlux 48 g/l

Targeted weed control in soybean fields

When soybeans enter their active growth phase, competition from broadleaf weeds becomes critical. Liderlux 48 WSC from the Israeli company Luxembourg Industries Ltd. is a tool that eliminates weed pressure without risking crop health. Thanks to its active ingredient, bentazone (a benzothiadiazinone), this herbicide acts selectively and reliably.

Application scenarios and efficiency

Agronomists choose this herbicide as a 'safety' option. Its primary function is to target actively growing weeds that have passed the cotyledon stage and begun developing biomass. The list of targets includes the most aggressive weeds capable of reducing yields by 30-50%:

• Common ragweed and jimsonweed;
• Redroot pigweed and wild mustard;
• Velvetleaf, cleavers, and shepherd's purse;
• Scentless chamomile.

Liderlux 48 WSC is a contact herbicide. Unlike systemic analogs, it 'burns' the weed upon contact with the foliage. This requires precise application: ensuring high-quality coverage of the leaf surface with the working solution is essential. Since the product is not translocated throughout the plant, any gaps during spraying may allow weeds to continue growing.

Why choose this product

• High selectivity. Soybeans can metabolize bentazone, meaning the herbicide does not cause crop stress or stunt growth, which is critical during hot spells.
• Application flexibility. As a post-emergence herbicide, it allows agronomists to wait until the majority of weeds have emerged before performing a single, precise application.
• Contact power. It is perfect for fields where weeds vary in height, providing immediate impact on all targets hit by the spray.

Regarding safety, the product is classified as Hazard Class 3, making adherence to application guidelines and the use of personal protective equipment mandatory. It is supplied as a water-soluble concentrate, simplifying the preparation of the tank mix and extending the service life of sprayer nozzles.