Crop Protection

Dicamba: A Selective Herbicide for Weed Control in Crops

20 January 2025, New Delhi: Dicamba is a selective herbicide commonly used in controlling broadleaf weeds in crops like soybeans, cotton, and maize. It works by disrupting plant growth and development, causing the weeds to die.

While effective, dicamba has been associated with drift issues that cause damage to nearby crops, leading to regulatory controls in certain areas.

Common Name: Dicamba
IUPAC Name: 3,6-dichloro-o-anisic acid
CAS Number: 1918-00-9
Molecular Formula: C8H9Cl2O3

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