When it comes to weed control, selecting an effective herbicide is a critical decision, not just a routine input choice. With increasing weed pressure, extreme weather variability and ongoing market shifts, the right herbicide can protect yield and profitability. Farmers need proven, effective solutions that allow them to stay nimble and resilient in increasingly unpredictable growing seasons.
“Herbicide decisions carry more weight than they did a decade ago,” says Nick Fassler, Director of Technical Service at BASF Agricultural Solutions. “They influence not just weed control, but also trait and crop decisions, application timing and stewardship requirements.”
Every season demands a plan built for uncertainty. For soybean and cotton farmers, they need solutions that are effective, reliable and proven — that’s where Engenia® herbicide comes in.
Built for the Way You Farm
Engenia herbicide is back for 2026 and now federally registered for use in dicamba-tolerant soybeans and cotton. Engenia herbicide delivers powerful knockdown of over 200 broadleaf weeds, including Palmer amaranth, waterhemp, kochia, morning glory and ragweed.
“Farmers have seen the difference formulation can make,” says Fassler. “With Engenia herbicide, you’re getting the most power per ounce of any other trait-enabled dicamba formulation on the market.”*
Engenia herbicide brings application efficiency into the equation. With a 12.8 fluid ounces per acre (fl oz/A) use rate, the lowest in its class, it simplifies logistics and handling during application. A straightforward 1 gallon per 10 acres (gal/A) conversion keeps mixing and loading straightforward when spray windows are tight.
“Engenia herbicide is built for the way you farm,” says Fassler. “It’s formulated to help you pivot based on what the season gives you.”
Consistent Performance
Consistency is one of the most important factors in herbicide selection for soybeans and cotton. A product that performs reliably across acres and conditions gives farmers something they can plan around.
Engenia herbicide is built with an exclusive BAPMA salt formulation designed for consistent, reliable results, and has been trusted by farmers across more than 100 million acres.
“What we hear from farmers is they want to know what to expect with a product,” says Fassler. “When herbicides perform consistently, it allows them to make decisions with confidence and keep their operations moving.”
Portfolio Power
Strong weed control programs aren’t built solely around a single pass. They are built as systems that work together across the season to manage pressure and reduce the risk of resistance.
Engenia herbicide is part of the BASF crop protection portfolio, which includes Liberty® ULTRA herbicide. Liberty ULTRA herbicide provides powerful activity that complements dicamba, helping control weed escapes and extend control across glufosinate-tolerant soybean and cotton acres.
Liberty ULTRA herbicide consistently outperforms competitors, winning 9 out of 10 head-to-head comparisons and delivering 20% superior weed control versus generics.1
“When used sequentially in a program, Engenia herbicide and Liberty ULTRA herbicide provide a proven approach that helps to keep fields clean throughout the season,” says Fassler.
Backed by BASF
Great products perform best with strong support in the field. BASF local sales teams have been rated #1 by farmers for three consecutive years for their dedication, expertise and support for farmers.2
Alongside your local agronomist, they can help you design a crop protection program that fits your operation. Additionally, BASF can provide technical and stewardship resources to help you make every application count.
Plan Your Program
When uncertainty is part of every season, the goal isn’t just performance. It’s performance you can count on. Engenia herbicide delivers this through consistency, along with the power and efficiency needed to manage the toughest weed challenges in soybeans and cotton.
Contact your local retailer or BASF representative to learn more about Engenia herbicide.
*Engenia herbicide offers the highest concentration of active ingredient compared to other dicamba-tolerant alternatives labeled for cotton and soybeans.
1 BASF sponsored field research trials 2022-2023, 52 trials, nationwide
2 Stratus Farmer Survey 2021-2023
Always read and follow label directions. Engenia herbicide is a U.S. EPA Restricted Use Pesticide. All Engenia herbicide applications must be made in accordance with all applicable Federal and state label requirements. In the event a state implements a more stringent Engenia herbicide application restriction, that state restriction will apply. Every application of Engenia herbicide requires the use of a Volatility Reduction Agent (VRA) (visit www.engeniaherbicide.com/VRA for a list of approved VRAs and required rates) and the use of an oil emulsion Drift Reducing Agent (DRA) at a rate of 0.3% v/v. Engenia and Liberty are registered trademarks of BASF. Copyright ©2026 BASF Agricultural Solutions US LLC. All Rights Reserved.
