Used as a plant growth regulator in agriculture, particularly in cereal crops like wheat and barley. It helps control excessive stem elongation, reducing the risk of lodging (when plants fall over due to wind or rain). By promoting shorter, sturdier stems, it improves crop standability and can enhance yield under certain growing conditions. Applied as a foliar spray during the early growth stages, it is especially useful in high-fertility or high-moisture environments where rapid stem growth is a concern.