Mancozeb 75% WP M-45 | Tamil | All crop diseases- one fungicide

It is a broad-spectrum fungicide with protective action. The product is fungitoxic when exposed to air. It is converted to an isothiocyanate, which inactivates the sulphahydral (SH) groups in enzymes of fungi. Some times the metals are exchanged between mancozeb and enzymes of fungi, thus causing disturbance in fungal enzyme functioning. For better disease management, it is always advisable to remember the maxim -Prevention Is Always Better Than Cure. Generally the sprays of Sparsh should start before the appearance of disease or at disease initiation. Repeat the applications at 7-12 days interval depending on climatic conditions and disease severity. The general recommendations on various crops are given below, but it is advisable to use the product as per the local recommendations of agricultural institutes. General application rate for foliar spray is 200-250 grams per 100 liter of water. Water volume ranges between 500 to 1000 liter per hectare based upon crop type and crop stage. For seed treatment, general recommendation is 2.5 g/kg seed. Tubers or rhizomes are recommended to be dipped for minimum 20-30 minutes before sowing @300g per 100 liter. It is advised that the user must read the label and leaflet attached to the container for details.