Spore germination and rhizoid tip-growth of field horsetail (Equisetum arvense) are largely influenced by synthesis and turnover of proteins. Accordingly, herbicides with mode of action for inhibition of protein synthesis (e.g metsulfuron methyl, chlorimuron ethyl etc) are expected to show high efficacy against Equisetum arvense. Sometimes, under high infestation mixture of protein synthesis inhibitor and photosynthesis inhibitor (example chlorimuron ethyl + metribuzin) may be more effective. Those working on the crop/weed may provide more useful information.

Difficult to control with cultivation because it regenerates from fragments. Regenerates after cutting. Sensitive to shading. Thick layers of silica and wax make the cuticle very difficult to penetrate with herbicides and the needle-like ‘leaves’ present a very small area for interception of spray. This physical barrier, combined with a large area of underground storage organs, mean this weed is tolerant to most herbicides including glyphosate.

Improved drainage, clean cultivation, and growing crops with dense canopies all help with controlling the weed. You could try 2,4-D, Asulam, dichlorprop-P,  or MCPA

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Cultural practices are equally important for effective management. Few works have suggested deep ploughing for seed burial at a greater depth. It is suggested that germination is enhanced by light, i.e. weed seeds on the surface or shallow depth than at deeper depth..