{"product_id":"asteroid-pro-5l","title":"Asteroid Pro 5L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGlyphosate Weed Killer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAsteroid Pro 5L - Mapp No:\u003c\/b\u003e 15373\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eActive Ingredients:\u003c\/b\u003e 360 g\/l glyphosate present as 480 g\/l (41.0% w\/w) of the isopropylamine salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsteroid Pro is a glyphosate weed killer which is an extremely effective herbicide when used as directed against most annual and perennial grasses and broad-leaved weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsteroid Pro Weed Killer is an advanced glyphosate formulation based on Envision® Technology, a unique formulation system developed by Cheminova. It not only brings benefits of reliability of weed control and economics of usage, it presents advantages for the user and the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDroplet Spectrum Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsteroid’s Envision® Technology contains a greater percentage of droplets that conform to the optimum size helping to reduce drift and produce a more consistent application and reliable efficacy compared to non-bio formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specially developed surfactant systems of Envision Technology optimise the safety of Asteriod Pro glyphosate weed killer without compromising field performance. Asteroid Pro is neither classified as harmful nor irritant to users. It is smooth to pour, with minimal dripping and has low foaming characteristics in the sprayer tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFormulation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved safety to the operator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved safety to aquatic organisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved handling characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhilst also maintaining reliable and efficient weed control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffering\/neutralising compensates for variable water quality that can significantly reduce efficacy, to guarantee consistent results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBio-formulation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA bio-formulation is defined as a formulation which is not classified as harmful to wild-life or the user.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional glyphosate formulations are generally safe for wild-life but classified as harmful to aquatic organisms. Whereas, Asteroid Pro is not classified as harmful to aquatic organisms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncrease Coverage:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimum coverage of the weed leaf is a prerequisite for a fast and complete uptake of herbicides into the plant. The formulation technology in Asteroid Pro is able to reduce the water tension in the spray solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased spreading - flat droplets are able to cover a wider surface area of the target leaf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete and even distribution of spray liquid on the leaf surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Asteroid-vs-normal360-diagram.jpg?v=1734432513\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImproved entry into the plant:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved translocation - Traditional formulation aggressively strips off the wax and leaf surface to let glyphosate in, some glyphosate gets locked up as plant cells close down in response to the damage. Asteroid Pro is different, it's unique formulation rapidly draws glyphosate into the plant without stripping off the wax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Asteroid-Pro-Glyphosate-Weed-Killer-Mode-of-Action.jpg?v=1734432524\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural surfaces not intended to bear vegetation, permeable surfaces overlying soil, hard surfaces and land prior to cultivation - 1.5l\/ha - 6.0l\/ha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmenity Vegetation - 1.5l\/ha - 5.0l\/ha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrchards - 4.0l\/ha - 5.0l\/ha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquatic Use - 5.0l\/ha - 6.0l\/ha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForestry - 3.0l\/ha - 10l\/ha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% - 20% solution for stump application \u0026amp; chemical thinning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2ml neat application for chemical thinning by injection of tree stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater volumes from 80l\/ha, depending on situation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Headland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40995277045803,"sku":"112ASTER0500","price":37.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Asteroid-Pro-discontinued.jpg?v=1705418103","url":"https:\/\/checkout.pitchcare.com\/products\/asteroid-pro-5l","provider":"Pitchcare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}