DESCRIPTION
Bayer Emesto Prime Penflufen 240 FS Fungicide Details :
- Emesto prime is a novel fungicide that supports potato farmers with seed treatment. It is active against number of seed and soil borne pathogens
- Penflufen 240 FS
FEATURES
- Excellent protection against potato black scurf
- Potato seeds germinate and emerge quickly out of the soil minimizing the time for black scurf to attack the emerging plant beneath the soil.
- Formation of stronger plants with higher vitality gives enhanced crop establishment leading to more marketable yield.
- Outstanding disease control results in perfect skin finish and optimum size & shape of potatoes of better quality.
- CROPS - Potato.
- INSECTS/ DISEASE - Black Scruf (Rhizoctonia solani).
MODE OF ACTION - Penflufen is a new pyrazole carboxamide fungicide that works through inhibition of succinate dehydrogenase (SDHI fungicide). Penflufen evenly distributes all over the tuber and in the soil around the tubers where it protects young sprouts and growing daughter tubers. It is a systemic xylem mobile fungicide and is formulated as a flowable concentrate for seed treatment.
- DOSAGE - 100 ml for 964 kg of potato tubers. (Seed treatment)
Additional Information:
Before application :
- Read the label and leaflet for dose rates and procedure of treatment.
- Ensure adequate personal protective equipment
- Seed treatment equipment must be regularly checked and calibrated to ensure accurate and safe application
After application :
- Treated seed should be dried before bagging
- Treated seed should be suitable labeled mentioning the dose and date of treatment.
- Treated seed should be transported in a responsible way, so that the seed is not spilled.
- Plant Protection Equipment must be cleaned separately.
FAQs for Bayer Emesto Prime (Penflufen 240 FS Fungicide):
1. What is Bayer Emesto Prime Fungicide?
Ans. Bayer Emesto Prime is a systemic fungicide containing Penflufen 240 FS, designed for seed treatment to protect crops from soil-borne and seed-borne fungal diseases.
2. What are the benefits of using Emesto Prime?
Ans.
Comprehensive Protection: Controls a wide range of soil-borne and seed-borne fungi.
Long-Lasting Effect: Provides prolonged protection to seedlings during critical early growth stages.
Seedling Vigor: Enhances root development and crop establishment.
Improved Yield: Reduces disease-related yield losses.
3. Which crops is Emesto Prime recommended for?
Ans. Emesto Prime is commonly used for crops like:
Potatoes
Cereals
Pulses
Oilseeds
4. Which diseases does Emesto Prime target?
Ans. It is effective against:
Black Scurf (Rhizoctonia solani)
Seed Rot
Seedling Blight
Soil-borne fungi that attack germinating seeds.
5. How does Emesto Prime work?
Ans. Penflufen, the active ingredient, penetrates the seed coat and provides systemic protection by inhibiting fungal energy production and disrupting their growth.
6. What is the recommended dosage of Emesto Prime?
Ans.
Dosage: Typically 0.1–0.3 ml per kg of seed, depending on the crop and disease pressure.
Always refer to the product label for precise application rates.
7. How should Emesto Prime be applied?
Ans.
Seed Treatment: Apply uniformly on seeds before sowing using a seed treater or manually.
Ensure proper coating of seeds for maximum protection.
