Used primarily as a pre-emergent herbicide in agriculture, it controls annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in crops such as cotton, soybeans, and vegetables. It is effective in preventing weed growth by inhibiting root development in germinating seeds. Commonly applied to soil before weeds emerge, it helps reduce competition for nutrients and water, improving crop yields. Its residual activity provides extended control, making it suitable for use in both conventional and conservation tillage systems.