Used as a plant growth regulator in agriculture, this compound helps control the growth of certain crops by influencing hormonal balance. It is particularly effective in promoting root development and enhancing resistance to environmental stress such as drought or cold. Commonly applied in horticulture and seed treatment, it improves seedling establishment and overall crop uniformity. Its mode of action involves interference with auxin transport, making it useful in managing plant architecture and improving yield in specific cereal and vegetable crops.