ADVANCE EC is an early post-emergent herbicide formulated for effective weed control in rice. It is designed to control a range of annual grasses, sedges, and certain broadleaf weeds that compete with rice plants for nutrients, water, sunlight, and growing space. It can be used in transplanted rice, pre-germinated puddle-sown rice, and drill-seeded dryland or upland rice. (FAO AGRIS)
Product Details
Product Name: ADVANCE EC
Product Type: Early Post-Emergent Herbicide
Formulation: Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC)
Active Ingredients: Butachlor + Propanil
Concentration: 350 g/L Butachlor + 350 g/L Propanil
Target Crop: Rice
Target Weeds: Annual grasses, sedges, and certain broadleaf weeds
Application Stage: Early post-emergence
Product Benefits
• Helps control troublesome weeds during the early stages of rice growth
• Provides control of annual grasses, sedges, and certain broadleaf weeds
• Helps reduce weed competition with rice plants
• Suitable for transplanted and selected direct-seeded rice production systems
• Supports effective early-season weed management (FAO AGRIS)
Recommended Use
ADVANCE EC is intended for early post-emergent weed control in rice. Field preparation and proper water management are important for effective application. Product information indicates application around 6–8 days after transplanting or seeding, depending on the rice production system and label directions. (GoEden)
Application Guide
For the appropriate application rate, spray volume, timing, and crop-specific instructions, always follow the product label and current registered directions for use.
Safety Information
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing and personal protective equipment when handling and applying the product.
• Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
• Do not contaminate water sources during application or disposal.
• Read and follow the product label before use.
Available Sizes
500 mL
1 Liter
Important: Use only according to the registered product label and applicable agricultural regulations.
The 350 g/L Butachlor + 350 g/L Propanil composition and ADVANCE EC’s registration for both direct-seeded and transplanted rice are supported by Philippine pesticide-registration information. (Google Cloud Storage)