Used as a pre-emergent herbicide in agriculture to control annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in crops such as corn, soybeans, cotton, and tobacco. It is applied to soil before weed seeds germinate, inhibiting root and shoot development in susceptible plants. Commonly used in both commercial farming and non-crop areas like industrial sites and roadsides for effective, long-lasting weed management. Its soil residual activity provides extended control, reducing the need for frequent reapplication.