Constant use of chemical herbicides cause herbicide resistance, residue in crops, an ecological imbalance between harmful and beneficial organisms, and environmental pollution.
Natural ingredients are less hazardous to non-target organisms and environment, biodegradable, and are usually less expensive than synthetic chemical herbicides.
The current formulation of WeedLock contains 10% active ingredient (EGX-101™) and 90% inert ingredient (ethanol), which is quite pricey.
This technology is a novel ready-to-use nanoemulsion formulation is developed from WeedLock bioherbicide which is cost-efficient.
Bioherbicide nanoemulsion composition comprising of wild tomato plant extract, carrier oil, non-ionic surfactant and inorganic solvent.

USEFULNESS & APPLICATION

- Directly spray to the target weed as ready-to-use formulation.

- Exhibit excellent weed control efficacy as contact bioherbicide to manage broadleaf, grasses and sedges weeds.

IMPACT OF THE PRODUCT

- This ready-to-use formulation is safer and ‘greener that controls a wide range of weed species.

- This bioherbicide can be an effective alternative to the current chemical herbicides for eco-friendly sustainable weed management.

MARKET POTENTIAL

- Agriculture industry
- Landscape
- Urban farming
- Home gardening

Technology Readiness Level (TRL) : 6

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Project Leader 
Dr. Muhammad Saiful Ahmad Hamdani
Faculty of Agriculture
Email : s_ahmad@upm.edu.my

Tarikh Input: 04/12/2023 | Kemaskini: 03/01/2024 | asrizam