Widely used as a pre-emergent herbicide in agriculture, this chemical controls annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in crops such as corn, soybeans, cotton, and tobacco. It is applied to soil before weed seeds germinate, forming a chemical barrier that inhibits cell division in root and shoot development of susceptible plants. Commonly used in both conventional and reduced-tillage farming systems, it helps improve crop yield by reducing competition from weeds. It is also utilized in non-crop areas like industrial sites and roadways for vegetation management. Its low water solubility and strong soil adsorption reduce leaching risk, making it suitable for a range of soil types, especially sandy loam to clay loam.