ADAMA to Launch Actagon® Herbicide for Wheat Growers in India
Ready-mix formulation delivers season-long Phalaris minor control without multiple applications or tank mixing
BEIJING and TEL AVIV, Israel, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ADAMA Ltd. (SZSE: 000553), a leading global crop protection company, today announced the launch of Actagon®, a pre-emergent herbicide for wheat growers in India. Designed to help simplify weed management, Actagon® offers a ready-mix liquid formulation that eliminates the need for on-farm tank mixing and can help reduce the number of herbicide applications required during the season. By streamlining field operations and supporting ease of use, it provides growers with a convenient option for managing challenging weed populations.
Actagon® combines pyroxasulfone and metribuzin in a single formulation for pre-emergence application in wheat. This dual-mode combination is designed to deliver long-lasting control of Phalaris minor and other important grass and broadleaf weeds, while supporting effective resistance management.
The launch will focus on India's key wheat-growing states, particularly Punjab and Haryana, where Phalaris minor pressure is high and farmers are seeking reliable weed-control solutions.
"Resistance in Phalaris minor is making weed management increasingly challenging for wheat growers in India," said Germain Boulay, Head of Global Herbicides at ADAMA. "With Actagon®, we are introducing a simple, reliable pre-emergence solution that helps improve weed control, reduce operational complexity, and support long-term field productivity."
Field trails conducted across major wheat-growing regions in India showed strong residual weed control under high pressure from Phalaris minor. The trials also indicated improved crop performance following a single pre-emergence application.
Actagon® is registered in India, with launch expected in September 2026.
About ADAMA
ADAMA Ltd. is a global leader in crop protection, providing practical solutions to farmers across the world to combat weeds, insects and disease. Our culture empowers ADAMA's people to actively listen to farmers and ideate from the field. ADAMA's diverse portfolio of existing active ingredients, coupled with its leading formulation capabilities and proprietary formulation technology platforms, uniquely position the company to develop high-quality, innovative and sustainable products, to address the many challenges farmers and customers face today. ADAMA serves customers in dozens of countries globally, with direct presence in all top 20 markets. For more information, visit us at www.ADAMA.com.
ADAMA Contact:
SOURCE ADAMA Ltd.
Share this article