Startop 32.5% (1 L) Fungicide Description
Active Ingredient and Composition:
Startop is a systemic fungicide containing two active ingredients: azoxystrobin at 20% and difenoconazole at 12.5%. This fungicide is a suspension concentrate that offers both preventative and curative effects.
Fungicide Properties:
- Systemic: Translocates within the plant, enabling it to effectively combat fungal diseases.
- Preventative and Curative: Works to prevent new infections as well as treat existing ones.
- Broad Spectrum: Effective against various fungi that affect vegetables, fruits, and field crops.
Usage of the Fungicide:
- Application Method: Applied by spraying onto the plant or through irrigation water.
- Usage Rate: Used at a rate of 0.5 milliliters per liter of water.
- Frequency and Timing: Spraying is repeated every 7 to 10 days depending on the severity of the infection.
- Safety Period: Up to 21 days, depending on the type of crop.
Mixability:
- Can be integrated into an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program.
- Compatible with most other fungicidal and insecticidal agents, but a small-scale compatibility test is recommended.
Important Notes:
- It is preferable to use the fungicide before or at the beginning of infection appearance.
- Spraying should be stopped at the time of harvesting, taking into consideration the pre-harvest interval.
- It is essential to cover all parts of the plant during application to ensure the effectiveness of the fungicide.
Startop is an excellent choice for farmers looking for an effective and versatile solution to control fungal diseases across various crops.