Indofil M-45 is a highly effective broad-spectrum fungicide designed to control a wide range of fungal diseases in various crops. It is a wettable powder (WP) formulation containing Mancozeb 75%, which provides powerful protection against multiple fungal pathogens. The product is versatile and can be used for foliar spraying, nursery drenching, and seed treatments, making it suitable for a variety of agricultural needs.
Technical Name: Mancozeb 75% WP
Formulation: Wettable Powder (WP)
This fungicide is known for its multisite action, which ensures a broad spectrum of disease control. It is particularly useful for crops affected by phycomycetous fungi, advanced fungi, and other fungal pathogens, offering a reliable solution for crop protection. Beyond its fungicidal properties, Indofil M-45 also provides manganese and zinc, correcting any micronutrient deficiencies and promoting healthier plant growth.
Key Features:
Broad Spectrum: Effective against a wide variety of fungal diseases affecting different crops.
Multisite Action: Mancozeb acts on multiple sites in fungal cells, offering broad protection.
Dual Benefit: Provides disease control and supplies essential micronutrients like manganese and zinc to the plants.
Versatile Application: Can be used as a foliar spray, seed treatment, or nursery drenching, ensuring flexibility in application methods.
Protective Mode of Action: Mancozeb creates a protective barrier on plant surfaces, preventing fungal infections.
Benefits:
Prevents Fungal Diseases: Prevents fungal infections from spreading, ensuring crop health and improving yield potential.
Nutrient Supplementation: In addition to its fungicidal action, it helps correct micronutrient deficiencies, providing manganese and zinc to plants.
Environmentally Friendly: As a protective fungicide, it does not pose a significant risk to the environment when used as directed.
Recommended Crops & Diseases:
Indofil M-45 is suitable for a variety of crops, including apples, grapes, and chillis, and targets fungal diseases such as scab, powdery mildew, and other fungal infections.
Mode of Action:
Mancozeb, the active ingredient in Indofil M-45, acts by inhibiting fungal enzymes and disrupting their cellular functions. Upon exposure to air, Mancozeb transforms into isothiocyanate, which inactivates the sulphahydral (SH) groups in fungal enzymes, disrupting their activity and preventing fungal growth.
Usage Guidelines:
Application Method: Apply as foliar spray, nursery drenching, or seed treatment.
Recommended Dosage: Typically, 150 grams per acre, but specific dosages should be followed according to the crop and disease requirements as per the label instructions.
Indofil M-45 is the ideal choice for effective, long-lasting disease control, combined with the added benefit of micronutrient supplementation for overall crop health. It is a trusted product in agriculture, offering reliable disease management and improved yield outcomes
