Legato Trio KS

Securing the winter wheat harvest from day one

When it comes to winter wheat, establishing a clean field from the start is paramount. Using Legato Trio SC from ADAMA has become my go-to strategy for early-season weed management. It is a systemic soil-applied herbicide that acts as a proactive shield, stopping weeds before they can ever compete with the crop for moisture and nutrients.

Targeted power and formulation

The strength of Legato Trio lies in its tri-component formulation (diflufenican, chlortoluron, and pendimethalin). It offers broad-spectrum control, handling everything from cleavers and chamomile to common orach and field pansy. The selective action is crucial; I’ve observed that the wheat remains completely unaffected, which is exactly what you want from a pre-emergence treatment.

Operating insights and application

As a practitioner, I appreciate that this suspension concentrate mixes well in the tank and maintains stability throughout the application process. Here are a few things to keep in mind for field operations:

• The application rate of 1.0–2.0 L/ha is effective, provided you have a well-prepared seedbed for a uniform barrier.
• It works best as a pre-emergence treatment, so timing it with moisture availability is key to activation.
• With a Class 3 toxicity rating, it follows standard safety protocols, making it easy to manage during busy planting schedules.
• A single application per season is all that is required, keeping the management labor low and efficiency high.

Legato Trio SC is the tool for those who prefer planning their agronomy ahead of time. It provides a clean start that allows the winter wheat to establish itself vigorously without any competitive interference.