Introducing CASPER®: Your flexible grassland herbicide solution
CASPER® is the NEW broad-spectrum grassland herbicide for livestock farmers.
Developed by Syngenta, a global leader in agricultural solutions, CASPER® combines powerful weed control with flexibility in timing and application rate to improve your pastures.
Broad-Spectrum Control
CASPER® harnesses the strength of two active ingredients, a combination new to the grassland market for robust weed control:
Prosulfuron (50g/kg)
Dicamba (500g/kg)
This unique combination delivers exceptional broad-spectrum control against problematic weeds in both new and established pastures.
Flexible Application Window
One of the standout features of CASPER® is its flexible application timing, allowing you to:
Adapt to variable weather conditions
Fit herbicide application into your busy schedule
Tackle weeds at their most vulnerable growth stages
Versatile Use
Whether you're establishing new grassland or maintaining existing pastures, CASPER® has you covered:
Can be used on all grass varieties
Safely use in newly-sown leys
Effectively control weeds in established pastures
Key benefits of CASPER®
1. Broad-spectrum weed control
CASPER® effectively targets a wide range of problematic weeds including:
Tough perennial broad leaved weeds (in established grassland)
Including: Seedling docks, Creeping thistle, Spear thistle, Ragwort, Nettles, Greater plantain, Common sorrel, Yarrow, and Creeping buttercup.
Annual broad leaved weeds (in newly sown and established grassland)
Including: Black nightshade, Chickweed, Field bindweed, Fat hen, Fumitory, Groundsel, Knotgrass, Mayweeds, Redshank, Scarlet pimpernel, Shepherd’s purse, Small nettle, Seedling docks and Thistles, plus moderate control of Cleavers and Poppy.
2. Improved yield and pasture quality
By eliminating competing weeds, CASPER® can help:
Increase desirable grass species and grass production
Providing more feed for your livestock
Enhance overall pasture nutritional value
Improve palatability for livestock
3. Long-lasting results
The dual-action formula of CASPER® provides:
Extended weed control throughout the growing season
Reduced need for multiple applications
4. Flexibility
CASPER®'s versatility provides livestock farmers, advisors and contractors with a number of benefits, including:
Can be used in newly sown and established grassland
Has a flexible application window (newly-sown grassland - 01 April to 31 July, established grassland - 01 April to 31 August)
Dose rate flexibility (a lower dose rate of 0.3kg/ha for newly-sown grassland and 0.36kg/ha for established grassland)
No 12 month cutting restrictions
Backed by Syngenta's agronomic expertise
When you choose CASPER®, you're not just getting a quality herbicide – you're gaining access to Syngenta's world-class agronomic support. For additional information or technical support, please click here
Where to buy CASPER®
CASPER® is available through authorised Syngenta distributors. Contact your local agricultural supplier or Syngenta representative to purchase CASPER® for your grassland management needs.
CASPER®: Weed control so good it’s supernatural
Useful information
| Application window | Newly-sown grassland 01 April to 31 July; established grassland 01 April to 31 August |
| Timing | Newly-sown grassland from tillering |
| Grazing interval | Livestock must be kept out of treated areas for at least 2 weeks and until foliage of poisonous weeds (such as ragwort) has died and become unpalatable |
| Pack size | 1KG |
| Formulation | Water Dispersible Granule (WDG) |
| Dose rates | 0.3kg/ha for newly-sown grassland and 0.36kg/ha for established grassland |
| Nozzle | AMISTAR®/Guardian Air is preferred |
| Water volume | 200-400 litres/hectare |
| Application | Can be applied via standard tractor drawn/mounted sprayer, self-propelled sprayer, or knapsack sprayer |
| Buffer zone | LERAP B |
Always read the label and product information before use.
