Atari - Atrazine 50% WP - IFFCO-MC
IFFCO-MC Atari is a selective pre-emergence herbicide containing Atrazine 50% WP for label-listed weed control in maize and sugarcane.
The approved Atrazine 50% WP directions place application within three days after sowing or planting. Keep the dose tied to field area, use the labelled water volume and follow the current Atari pack and leaflet.
Item description
IFFCO-MC Atari Herbicide: Product Overview
IFFCO-MC Atari is a selective pre-emergence herbicide containing Atrazine 50% WP. IFFCO-MC lists Atari in its herbicide portfolio, and India's approved Atrazine 50% WP directions cover specified weeds in maize and sugarcane.
Atrazine belongs to the triazine chemical family and is classified as HRAC/WSSA Group 5. It inhibits photosynthesis at Photosystem II. Apply only to the labelled crops, weeds, rate, timing and conditions; do not treat this guide as permission for use on another crop.
Why Choose Atari Atrazine 50% WP?
- Label-defined pre-emergence timing: The approved formulation directions place application within three days after sowing or planting.
- Maize and sugarcane scope: The Indian label lists both crops with specific weed spectra and area-based rates.
- Selective herbicide: Designed for use in the labelled crops when the complete directions and precautions are followed.
- Resistance-management identity: HRAC Group 5 classification helps advisers avoid repeatedly relying on the same mode of action.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Verified details |
|---|---|
| Trade name | Atari |
| Brand | IFFCO-MC |
| Active ingredient | Atrazine 50% w/w |
| Formulation | WP — wettable powder |
| Product class | Selective pre-emergence herbicide |
| HRAC/WSSA group | Group 5 — Photosystem II inhibitor, D1 Serine 264 binder |
| Chemical family | Triazine |
How Atrazine Works
Atrazine is a Group 5 herbicide that inhibits photosynthetic electron transport at Photosystem II. Susceptible weeds cannot maintain normal photosynthesis and growth. The numerical group identifies the mode of action; it does not expand the crop or weed claims printed on the label.
For resistance stewardship, do not rely repeatedly on Atrazine or another Group 5 herbicide as the only weed-control measure. Use crop rotation, cultural practices and separately labelled herbicides from appropriate different groups under local agronomic guidance.
Label-Listed Crops and Weeds
| Crop | Label-listed weeds |
|---|---|
| Maize | Trianthema monogyna, Digera arvensis, Echinochloa spp., Eleusine spp., Xanthium strumarium, Brachiaria spp., Amaranthus viridis, Cleome viscosa, Digitaria spp. and Polygonum spp. |
| Sugarcane | Portulaca oleracea, Digitaria spp., Boerhaavia diffusa, Euphorbia spp. and Tribulus terrestris. |
Dosage and Application Guide
Keep every dose tied to the treated field area. The figures below are the approved Atrazine 50% WP hectare directions. They are not a universal grams-per-litre or per-tank instruction.
| Crop | Formulation rate | Water volume | Timing | Re-entry | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maize | 1.0–2.0 kg/ha | 500–700 L/ha | Within 3 days after sowing or planting | 24 hours | One application |
| Sugarcane | 1.0–4.0 kg/ha | 500–700 L/ha | Within 3 days after sowing or planting | 24 hours | One application |
The reviewed label does not state a numerical PHI for these rows. A dash is not a zero-day claim. Follow the current Atari pack and leaflet.
How to Apply Safely
- Timing: Apply only within the labelled three-day window after sowing or planting.
- Equipment: Use the high-volume sprayer and flat-fan or flood-jet nozzle stated on the label.
- Weather: Do not spray during rainy, windy or hot sunny conditions.
- Water protection: Avoid use near aquaculture and prevent contamination of water bodies.
- Safety: Wear the protective equipment required by the current container label. Keep people and animals out of the treated area for at least the labelled 24-hour re-entry period.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IFFCO-MC Atari?
It is an Atrazine 50% WP selective pre-emergence herbicide in IFFCO-MC's herbicide portfolio.
Which crops are listed?
The reviewed Indian Atrazine 50% WP directions list maize and sugarcane only. Do not use this guide to extend Atari to another crop.
Can I use one fixed grams-per-litre rate?
No. The approved quantity and water volume are tied to one hectare. Calibrate the sprayer to the treated area and follow the current label.
What is Atari's mode-of-action group?
Atrazine is HRAC/WSSA Group 5, a Photosystem II inhibitor in the triazine family.
Can Atari be tank-mixed with another herbicide?
This guide makes no tank-mix recommendation. Mix or sequence products only when the current labels explicitly permit it and qualified local guidance supports it.
Safety and Disclaimer
Always read and follow the current original IFFCO-MC Atari label and leaflet. The physical pack is the final authority for approved crops, weeds, dose, timing, equipment, PPE, first aid, environmental precautions, storage and disposal. This guide does not replace the label, Indian regulation or qualified agronomic advice.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C