Pyramidal

Why «Pyramidal» is the Professional Choice for Corn Protection

When corn fields start to struggle with weeds and volunteer plants, agronomists have a very narrow window to intervene. The German-made systemic herbicide «Pyramidal» from Schirm addresses this challenge by packing two powerful active ingredients—Dicamba and Nicosulfuron—into one jug. This is not just another herbicide; it is a strategic tool for farmers who prioritize efficiency and want to avoid multiple field passes.

The Double-Action Weed Control

The efficacy of Pyramidal lies in the synergy of its active components:

• Nicosulfuron excels at controlling annual and perennial grass weeds by effectively inhibiting their growth through foliage absorption.
• Dicamba provides robust control over a wide spectrum of annual and perennial broadleaf weeds, including resilient species like bindweed or thistle.

This dual-mode composition allows you to clean your field from competitors in a single operation. Designed as a post-emergence (insurance) herbicide, it is applied after both the crop and the weeds have emerged, typically when the corn is in the 3–5 leaf stage.

Field Performance

In real-world conditions, farmers appreciate Pyramidal for its consistency. With a dosage rate of 0.5 to 1.0 L/ha, it provides stable results even under moderate drought stress, where other systemic options might falter. The aqueous suspension concentrate formulation ensures rapid dissolution in the tank mix and uniform coverage on leaf surfaces. Note that as a Category 2 hazard product, it requires strict adherence to safety protocols and precise application techniques.

Optimizing Your Spray Program

The ideal application window is during the active growth phase of weeds while they are still in their early developmental stages. As a selective herbicide, Pyramidal is gentle on corn but lethal to the most problematic competitive weeds. A single treatment per season is often all it takes to relieve the crop from stress, ensuring your corn has the space, moisture, and nutrients required to reach its maximum yield potential.