Description
Jupitor Fungicide 26FS is a highly effective seed treatment designed to combat a wide range of soilborne diseases and sucking insects that threaten the health and productivity of crops, particularly potato and maize.
This product is formulated with a potent combination of three active ingredients – Clothianidin (25%), Metalaxyl-M (0.3%), and Fludioxonil (0.7%) – which work synergistically to provide comprehensive protection right from the seed stage, ensuring robust plant development and improved yield.
The product’s mode of action is primarily protective, which means it helps prevent infection and pest damage before it occurs. Jupitor Fungicide 26FS is designed for use as a seed treatment, where it is applied directly to the seeds prior to planting. This targeted application helps ensure that the active ingredients reach the plants at the earliest stage of their life cycle, optimizing their growth potential.
Key Features
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Active Ingredients
Clothianidin (25%) – A neonicotinoid insecticide that provides effective control over sucking insects, such as aphids, leafhoppers, and whiteflies. These pests are not only damaging to the crops but are also vectors of viral diseases that can reduce yields and quality.
Metalaxyl-M (0.3%) – A systemic fungicide that protects plants from early-stage fungal diseases caused by Pythium, Phytophthora, and other soilborne pathogens. Metalaxyl-M works by being absorbed by the seed and translocated throughout the plant, ensuring long-lasting protection.
Fludioxonil (0.7%) – A broad-spectrum fungicide that effectively combats soilborne fungal diseases like Rhizoctonia solani, Fusarium wilt, and other fungal pathogens that can hinder plant growth, reduce seedling vigor, and increase susceptibility to other stresses.
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Application:
Dosage: 8 ml/Kg of seed.
Crops: Potato, Maize.
Mode of Action: Protective (prevents damage from diseases and pests).
Formulation: 26FS (Flowable Suspension).
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Benefits:
Comprehensive Pest and Disease Control: Protects plants from a wide range of soilborne diseases and sucking insects.
Long-lasting Protection: Keeps plants safe for a prolonged period after planting, which leads to stronger growth and better yield potential.
Enhanced Seedling Growth: Reduces early plant stress caused by pests and diseases, ensuring better establishment of young plants.
Easy Application: As a seed treatment, it’s simple to apply, making it a time-efficient and effective solution for farmers.
How Jupitor Fungicide 26FS Works?
Jupitor Fungicide 26FS operates through a dual-action mechanism. First, it acts as a systemic fungicide, providing protection against a wide range of soilborne pathogens. Second, it targets and controls sucking insects that can harm crops and act as vectors for plant diseases. Below is an explanation of how each active ingredient contributes to the product’s effectiveness:
Clothianidin (25%) – Protection Against Sucking Insects
Clothianidin is a neonicotinoid insecticide, which works by interfering with the nervous system of sucking insects. By disrupting the insects’ nerve transmission, it prevents them from feeding on the plant.
This is crucial because many sucking insects, such as aphids and whiteflies, are not only harmful to crops but also serve as carriers for viral diseases. Clothianidin ensures that these insects are effectively controlled, thus reducing the risk of disease transmission.
Metalaxyl-M (0.3%) – Systemic Fungicide for Early-Stage Protection
Metalaxyl-M is a systemic fungicide, meaning it is absorbed by the seed and translocated throughout the plant. This ensures that the plant is protected from soilborne fungal pathogens, such as Pythium and Phytophthora, from the very beginning of its life cycle.
These pathogens can cause seedling rot and early plant death, making Metalaxyl-M an essential ingredient for the protection of young plants in the crucial stages after germination.
Fludioxonil (0.7%) – Broad-Spectrum Soilborne Disease Control
Fludioxonil is a broad-spectrum fungicide that targets a wide range of soilborne fungal diseases. It prevents the growth of fungi like Rhizoctonia solani and Fusarium wilt, which can impair root growth and compromise the plant’s overall health. This helps in promoting strong, healthy roots that are better able to take up water and nutrients from the soil.
Benefits for Specific Crops
Potato
Potatoes are highly susceptible to various soilborne diseases such as Pythium rot, Rhizoctonia solani, and Fusarium wilt, which can significantly reduce yield. The control of these diseases, along with the protection from insect pests such as aphids and leafhoppers, makes Jupitor Fungicide 26FS an excellent choice for potato farmers.
This fungicide ensures that potato plants grow strong and healthy from the outset, leading to better tuber development and higher marketable yields.
Maize
Maize is also vulnerable to a range of soilborne fungal pathogens that can stunt growth and reduce yields. With Metalaxyl-M and Fludioxonil, Jupitor Fungicide 26FS provides robust protection against these threats.
Additionally, the insecticidal properties of Clothianidin help protect maize from aphids, which can transmit viral diseases such as Maize dwarf mosaic virus. This combined protection ensures that maize plants can grow vigorously and produce higher-quality yields.
Application Guidelines
Dosage: Apply 8 ml/Kg of seed. This recommended dosage ensures optimal protection without overuse of the product.
Application Method: Jupitor Fungicide 26FS should be applied directly to seeds as a seed treatment. The fungicide is mixed with water to form a slurry, which is then coated onto the seeds. This method ensures that the active ingredients are evenly distributed over the seeds, providing uniform protection.
Timing: Apply the seed treatment before planting. This ensures that the seeds are protected as soon as they come into contact with the soil.
Frequently Asked Questions
What crops can I use Jupitor Fungicide 26FS on?
Jupitor Fungicide 26FS is specifically recommended for potato and maize. It is effective in controlling both soilborne fungal diseases and sucking insect pests that affect these crops.
How does Jupitor Fungicide 26FS protect against both fungi and insects?
Jupitor Fungicide 26FS combines three active ingredients: Clothianidin (for insect control), Metalaxyl-M (for fungal protection), and Fludioxonil (for broader fungal control). This combination provides a dual-action defense against both pests and pathogens.
How long does the protection last after treatment?
Jupitor Fungicide 26FS provides long-lasting protection, especially in the early stages of plant growth. It protects against fungal diseases and insect pests until the plants are well-established, ensuring robust growth.
