Metalaxyl 35% WS

Seed Protection Against Early Disease Threats

Metalaxyl 35% WS

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Description

Metalaxyl 35% WS is a systemic fungicide from the phenylamide group, formulated for seed treatment to protect crops from soil-borne and seed-borne fungal diseases. It is highly effective against oomycete pathogens such as Pythium spp., Phytophthora spp., and Peronospora spp., preventing damping-off, seed rot, and downy mildew. The formulation ensures uniform seed coating, providing early-stage disease protection and promoting healthy crop establishment.

RNA Polymerase Inhibitor: Disrupts protein synthesis in fungal cells, preventing spore germination and mycelial growth.
Systemic Action: Rapidly absorbed by seeds and translocated to emerging seedlings for extended protection.

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Key Benefits

Effective seed protection against oomycete fungi.

Promotes strong germination and early crop vigor.

Systemic movement ensures long-lasting disease control.

Reduces replanting costs by minimizing seedling mortality.

Compatible with various seed treatment programs.

Method of Application & Dosage

Crop(s) Target / Benefit Dosage & Application Guidelines
Maize Sorghum downy mildew, Sugarcane downy mildew, Philippine downy mildew, Browny stripe downy mildew 7 g/Kg seed
Bajra Downy mildew 6 g/Kg seed
Sorghum Downy mildew 6 g/Kg seed
Sunflower Downy mildew 6 g/Kg seed
Mustard White rust 6 g/Kg seed

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)

What is Metalaxyl 35% WS used for?

Metalaxyl 35% WS is a systemic seed treatment fungicide used to protect seeds and young seedlings from diseases caused by oomycete pathogens during early crop growth.

How does Metalaxyl 35% WS work? +

It is absorbed by the germinating seed and developing seedling, where it inhibits RNA synthesis and growth of disease causing pathogens, preventing infection from spreading.

Which diseases can be managed with Metalaxyl 35% WS? +

It helps control damping off, seed rot, downy mildew, and other soil borne diseases caused by Pythium, Phytophthora, and related oomycete pathogens.

Why is Metalaxyl 35% WS used as a seed treatment? +

Seed treatment provides protection from the beginning of crop establishment by safeguarding seeds and young roots during the most vulnerable growth stage.

What are the key benefits of Metalaxyl 35% WS? +

It provides early stage systemic protection, improves seedling establishment, reduces soil borne disease pressure, offers targeted control of oomycete pathogens, and supports uniform crop growth.