New Delhi: Rallis India Ltd, a Tata enterprise, on Monday launched a new herbicide called 'Mark Plus' for soybean and groundnut crops, initially targeting three key agricultural states.

The company said in a statement that the product will first be available in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat before the nationwide rollout.

Mark Plus is a pre-emergence herbicide that combines two active ingredients new to the Indian market. It works by inhibiting ALS, an enzyme important for weed growth, and disrupting the formation of microtubules needed for cell division in weeds.

“We are excited to introduce Mark Plus, an effective and advanced herbicide designed to address the critical need of weed control in groundnut and soybean crops,” said S Nagarajan, Chief Operating Officer, Rallis India.

Rallis India, a leading player in the country's agricultural input sector, said the dual-action mechanism of the product ensures comprehensive and long-lasting weed management. The company did not disclose pricing details or sales targets for the new product.