Used as a selective herbicide in agriculture, particularly in wheat and barley crops, to control a wide range of grassy weeds. It works by inhibiting acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACCase), an enzyme essential for fatty acid synthesis in plants, leading to growth cessation and death of susceptible weeds. Due to its post-emergence activity, it is applied after the weeds have sprouted, offering effective control during the growing season. Its selectivity allows it to manage invasive grasses without harming the cereal crops when applied at recommended doses. Commonly formulated with safeners to enhance crop tolerance.