DESCRIPTION
METAXEL - Metalaxyl 35 % WS Fungicide Details :
- METAXEL Fungicide is a systemic fungicide Metalaxyl and ensures double protection from inside and from outside. It is a multisite protective fungicide and inhibits spore germination and remains on the leaf surface and interferes with six different biochemical processes within the fungal pathogen cell.
- METAXEL is a systemic, benzenoid seed dressing fungicide used specifically for the control of systemic downy mildew diseases. It is also very effective for the control of pre-emergent and post-emergent damping off diseases caused by Pythium and Phytophthora.
- METAXEL is used to control Scab, Anthracnose, Downy mildew, Early blight, and Late blight diseases of various crops like Maize, Bajra, Sorghum, Sunflower, Mustard, Sugarcane, Potatoes, Tomatoes, Vines, Peppers, tobacco etc in accordance with the climatic conditions and local authorities. It is also highly used as a wet slurry Seed Dresser.
- Doses For Domestic Use take 1.5 ml of METAXEL per 1 Litre of Water. For Large Applications 150-300 ml per Acre Foliar Spray. Detailed Instruction to Use is given with the product
- METAXEL Fungicide is a systemic fungicide Metalaxyl and ensures double protection from inside and from outside. It is a multisite protective fungicide and inhibits spore germination and remains on the leaf surface and interferes with six different biochemical processes within the fungal pathogen cell.
- BENEFITS : It is used for the control of downy mildew of grapes, damping off and black shank diseases in tobacco nursery.
- CROPS – Maize, Bajra, Sorghum
- INSECTS/ DISEASES – Downy mildew in maize, bajra & sorghum as well as seed dresser.
- DOSAGE – 1.5gm/ litre of water.
Crop Name
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Disease Name
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Dosage/Ha
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Formulation (gm)
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Diluted In Water (Ltr)
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Sunflower
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Downy Mildew
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600 gm/ 100 Kg Seed
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0.75- 1.0/100 Kg Seed
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Sorghum
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Downy Mildew
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600 gm/ 100 Kg Seed
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0.75- 1.0/100 Kg Seed
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Maize
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Downy Mildew
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700 gm/ 100 Kg Seed
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0.75- 1.0/100 Kg Seed
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Bajra
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Downy Mildew
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600 gm/ 100 Kg Seed
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0.75- 1.0/100 Kg Seed
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Mustard
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Downy Mildew
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600 gm/ 100 Kg Seed
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0.75- 1.0/100 Kg Seed
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FAQs for Katyayani Metaxel (Metalaxyl 35% WS) Fungicide
1. What is Katyayani Metaxel used for?
Katyayani Metaxel is a systemic fungicide primarily used to protect seeds and crops from soil-borne and seed-borne fungal diseases.
2. What is the active ingredient in Katyayani Metaxel?
The active ingredient is Metalaxyl 35% WS (Wettable Powder for Seed treatment), a fungicide that targets fungi affecting seeds and roots.
3. How does Metalaxyl work?
Metalaxyl inhibits protein synthesis in fungi, preventing their growth and spread. It is absorbed by the plant, providing systemic protection from within.
4. What types of diseases does Katyayani Metaxel control?
It effectively controls diseases like Pythium, Phytophthora, and Downy Mildew, which commonly affect crops like vegetables, cereals, and legumes.
5. What crops can Katyayani Metaxel be applied to?
It is suitable for a wide variety of crops including potatoes, tomatoes, beans, peas, soybeans, and ornamental plants.
6. Is Katyayani Metaxel primarily used for seed treatment?
Yes, it is designed as a seed treatment fungicide to protect seeds from fungal infections during germination and early plant growth.