Latest Agrochemical Launches in India 2025: Best Herbicides and Fungicides for Paddy, Maize, Cotton & More
22 August 2025, New Delhi: India’s agrochemical industry is witnessing a wave of innovation, with major companies launching advanced herbicides and fungicides tailored to the needs of Indian farmers. These new products address the persistent challenges of weed and disease management in crops like paddy, maize, soybean, cotton, and onion. From Insecticides India Limited (IIL) and Dhanuka Agritech to Biostadt and UPL, each company is introducing technologies aimed at improving yield, reducing crop losses, and making farming more cost-effective and sustainable. The following new launches are set to reshape weed and disease control practices in Indian agriculture.
Insecticides India Limited (IIL) Unveils ‘Altair’ Herbicide for Paddy Farmers
Insecticides India Limited has launched Altair, a powerful new herbicide specially formulated for paddy farmers. Altair is designed to control a broad spectrum of grasses and sedges in paddy fields and is positioned as a key solution for farmers seeking better weed management during the crucial stages of crop development. The company is targeting India’s vast paddy-growing regions, where weed infestation can significantly reduce yield if not tackled timely.
Altair brings a dual-action benefit to farmers: its systemic nature ensures that it penetrates deep into the plant system, offering long-lasting protection, while its post-emergence control allows application after the crop and weeds have emerged. This flexibility gives farmers greater control over timing and effectiveness. With paddy cultivation being central to food security in India, such innovations come at a crucial time when input costs are rising and climatic variability is increasing weed pressure. Read more
Dhanuka’s Dual Celebration: 25 Years of Targa Super and Launch of Melody Duo Fungicide
Dhanuka Agritech marked a milestone in its herbicide portfolio by celebrating 25 years of its flagship product Targa Super, which has remained a preferred post-emergence herbicide for controlling narrow-leaved weeds in soybean, groundnut, and cotton crops. The longevity of Targa Super in the market underscores its efficacy and the trust it has earned among Indian farmers over decades.
Simultaneously, Dhanuka introduced Melody Duo, a next-generation fungicide developed with advanced chemistry. Melody Duo is designed to fight multiple fungal diseases with a combination of two active ingredients that offer both preventive and curative benefits. Its broad-spectrum efficacy helps in managing challenging pathogens in crops such as grapes, tomato, chili, and potato. The fungicide enhances crop health, reduces disease incidence, and helps farmers get better market prices due to improved crop quality. Read more
Biostadt Launches Pyankor: A Post-Emergent Herbicide Targeting Paddy Weeds
Biostadt India Limited has made a strategic move to strengthen its portfolio in the paddy segment with the launch of Pyankor, a post-emergent herbicide aimed at controlling grassy and broad-leaf weeds in paddy fields. The product was launched with a grand event in Lucknow, targeting the paddy belt of North India—a region where farmers face frequent weed infestations that compromise both yield and grain quality.
Pyankor is particularly effective against Echinochloa and Cyperus species, two of the most stubborn weed groups in rice cultivation. The herbicide’s selective action ensures safety for the paddy crop while delivering knockdown effects on the targeted weeds. Biostadt is positioning Pyankor as a modern, farmer-friendly solution backed by field trials and demonstrations in key paddy-producing districts. Read more
Tropical Agro Launches Tag-Proxy Herbicide for Broad-Spectrum Weed Control
In another major development, Tropical Agro introduced Tag-Proxy, a new-generation herbicide developed for use in multiple crops with a focus on efficacy and environmental safety. Tag-Proxy works effectively across a range of crops and targets both broadleaf and grassy weeds, making it a versatile choice for farmers practicing crop diversification.
The product’s formulation supports fast absorption and translocation within the plant system, ensuring effective weed suppression with minimal phytotoxicity. Tropical Agro is focusing on educating farmers through on-ground campaigns, dealer training, and field demonstrations to highlight the economic and agronomic benefits of adopting Tag-Proxy in regular crop cycles. Read more
Dhanuka Agritech Rolls Out Dinkar Herbicide for Transplanted Paddy
Further strengthening its hold in the rice segment, Dhanuka Agritech launched Dinkar, a selective herbicide aimed specifically at controlling complex weed flora in transplanted paddy fields. The product is expected to play a vital role in supporting India’s food grain production targets by minimizing weed-related yield losses in rice, a staple for millions.
Dinkar works effectively against a combination of grassy weeds, broad-leaf weeds, and sedges, ensuring comprehensive coverage. Its fast action and selective nature reduce the need for repeated applications and manual weeding, saving farmers both time and labor costs. Dhanuka is rolling out awareness programs in paddy-growing states to promote its benefits. Read more
UPL Introduces Centurion EZ Herbicide for Soybean, Cotton, and Onion Farmers
Global agrochemical leader UPL has added Centurion EZ to its herbicide portfolio, specifically targeting soybean, cotton, and onion crops. Centurion EZ addresses the challenge of managing grasses in these crops by providing excellent post-emergence weed control. The herbicide ensures quick action, enhanced uptake, and improved residual activity, making it highly effective for Indian conditions.
UPL is known for integrating innovation and farmer-centricity, and Centurion EZ is no exception. The product’s performance across different climatic zones and soil types has been thoroughly tested to ensure consistency in results. With soybean and cotton forming a substantial portion of India’s kharif acreage, Centurion EZ is expected to become a key solution for Indian growers. Read more
IIL Launches Torry Super Herbicide with SPF Technology for Maize
Insecticides India Limited continues to innovate with the launch of Torry Super, a specialized herbicide featuring SPF (Superior Performance Formulation) technology, designed specifically for maize cultivation. Torry Super addresses a major pain point for maize farmers—weed infestation during early growth stages, which can severely hinder plant development and reduce yield.
Torry Super’s SPF technology enhances its absorption and systemic action, allowing it to reach the root zones of weeds quickly and suppress their growth. It targets key weed species like Digitaria, Setaria, and Amaranthus while ensuring safety to the maize crop. IIL is positioning Torry Super as a cost-effective and performance-driven herbicide for India’s growing maize acreage. Read more
UPL launches New Herbicide ‘Brucia’ for Maize Crop in India
UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions has launched Brucia®, a new post-emergent herbicide designed specifically for maize crop in India. Brucia will provides Indian maize farmers with a powerful, safe, and efficient solution to combat persistent and resistant weeds.
Brucia (Technical: Tolpyralate 40% (W/V) SC) offers fast-acting control against a wide range of broadleaf and grassy weeds at a low dose of 50 ml per acre when applied at 2 to 4 weed leaf stage. With lower manual effort, and enhanced protection during the early growth stage, Brucia offers maize farmers a smart solution for better productivity and farm profitability. This product is expected to be a game changer for maize growers looking for a cost-effective and time-saving weed management method. Read more
Godrej Agrovet Launches New Herbicide ‘Ashitaka’ for Maize Crop in India
Godrej Agrovet Limited (Godrej Agrovet) has launched a new herbicide for maize crops. ‘Ashitaka,’ developed in collaboration with ISK Japan, is aimed at controlling grasses and broad-leaved weeds, which remain a challenge for maize farmers in India. Weed infestation during the initial growth phases affects maize productivity. When applied at the 2–4 weed leaf stage, Ashitaka (Technical: Tolpyralate 40%SC) controls weeds effectively.
Changing the Landscape of Crop Protection in India
The recent wave of agrochemical product launches reflects the dynamic transformation in India’s crop protection industry. With the rising cost of manual labor and the increasing unpredictability of climate, farmers are seeking more efficient, long-lasting, and economical solutions. The introduction of modern herbicides and fungicides that offer selectivity, post-emergent control, and broader spectrum action is helping to bridge that gap.
Companies are not only launching new products but also increasing their investments in farmer education, on-ground trials, and digital advisory platforms. These efforts aim to ensure proper application techniques, resistance management, and sustainability. The use of new technologies like SPF formulation, dual-active ingredients, and precision targeting demonstrates a shift toward science-backed, farmer-first approaches.
Looking Ahead: A More Productive and Sustainable Future
As India works toward achieving food security and doubling farmer income, these product innovations are more than just commercial launches—they are stepping stones toward modernizing Indian agriculture. The focus on region-specific weed and disease challenges, especially in paddy and maize belts, highlights how companies are responding to ground realities rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions.
With paddy remaining the cornerstone of India’s food grain basket and crops like soybean, cotton, and maize expanding in acreage, the need for effective crop protection will only grow. The ongoing introduction of advanced herbicides and fungicides will empower Indian farmers to protect their yields, reduce dependence on manual weeding, and meet market demand with higher-quality produce.
As these products gain traction, the agrochemical industry will continue to play a vital role in shaping the future of Indian agriculture—smarter, cleaner, and more resilient than ever before.
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