The research of paddy herbicides in Taiwan was beginning at 2,4-D imported from USA by Taichung DAIS in 1948. Four stages were divided during the past 55years. (1) The seeking stage of paddy herbicides. (2) The trial and extension stage of preemergence herbicides. (3) The trial and extension stage of rice mid-period application herbicides. (4) The discovery and extension stage of low-dosage and labor-saving herbicides. The discovery of new herbicides was co-evolution with the improvement of agricultural technical, the change of culture environment, the migration of social environment. Total amount of 95 items and 10 groups were recommended in paddy update.