Galigan - Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC - ADAMA
ADAMA Galigan contains Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC, a selective contact and residual herbicide for current labelled uses in onion, tea and direct-sown rice.
Item description
ADAMA Galigan Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC Selective Herbicide
Galigan is a selective Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC herbicide with contact and residual activity. The current formulation scope covers direct-sown rice, tea and onion.
Use note: Potato and groundnut claims from an older ADAMA PDF were deleted from oxyfluorfen labels and are not included. A dash in current PHI data means not stated, not zero days.
Key Product Benefits
- Contact and residual control of crop-specific labelled weeds.
- Current uses in direct-sown rice, tea and onion.
- ADAMA describes low leaching and crop-specific timing flexibility.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ADAMA India |
| Active ingredient | Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC |
| Type | Selective contact and residual herbicide |
| Mode of action | HRAC Group 14 — protoporphyrinogen oxidase (PPO) inhibitor |
| Current crops | Direct-sown rice, tea and onion |
Mode of Action
Oxyfluorfen inhibits PPO (HRAC Group 14), causing rapid membrane damage in susceptible weeds after light exposure. Rotate programmes and integrate non-chemical weed control.
Current Labelled Uses
| Crop | Target weeds | Dose | Water | PHI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct-sown rice | Echinochloa spp., Cyperus iria and Eclipta alba | 650–1,000 ml/ha | 500 L/ha | Not stated |
| Tea | Digitaria, Imperata, Paspalum and Borreria hispida | 650–1,000 ml/ha | 500–750 L/ha | 15 days |
| Onion | Chenopodium album and Amaranthus viridis | 425–850 ml/ha | 500–750 L/ha | Not stated |
Application Guide
- Apply with uniform soil or weed coverage at the crop-specific pre- or early-post-emergence timing on the current pack.
- Use a calibrated flat-fan or flood-jet nozzle where directed.
- Do not use on potato or groundnut under the deleted older claims.
Safety and Stewardship
- Wear PPE and avoid drift to non-target crops.
- Prevent runoff and contamination of water.
- Follow the physical pack for re-entry, first aid and local restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which crops are included in the current scope?
Direct-sown rice, tea and onion.
Are potato and groundnut included?
No. Those older oxyfluorfen uses were deleted from labels.
Does 'not stated' mean zero-day PHI?
No. It means a PHI is not provided in the current table; follow the pack.
Safety and Disclaimer
Use only as directed on the current Indian pack label. The physical leaflet governs crop, weed, timing, rate, water, PHI, PPE and local restrictions.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C