Krilaxyl 35% WS Power Fungicide is a systemic fungicide offered by Krishi Rasayan.1 It's designed to protect crops from a variety of fungal diseases, particularly those caused by oomycetes.2 Here's a breakdown of its features and benefits:
Active Ingredient:
Metalaxyl 35% WS (wettable powder)3
Mode of Action:
Krilaxyl is absorbed by the plant's roots, stems, and leaves.4 It moves systemically within the plant, providing protection from within.5
It inhibits the growth of fungi by interfering with their RNA synthesis, which is essential for their growth and development.6
Target Diseases:
Krilaxyl is effective against a range of diseases caused by oomycete fungi, including:
Downy mildew in various crops (e.g., maize, sorghum, pearl millet, sunflower, mustard)7
Late blight in potato and tomato8
Damping-off in seedlings
Recommended Crops:
Krilaxyl is registered for use on a variety of crops, including:
Maize9
Sorghum10
Pearl millet (Bajra)11
Sunflower12
Mustard13
Potato
Tomato
Other vegetables and field crops
Benefits:
Systemic action: Provides internal protection by moving within the plant.14
Preventive and curative action: Can be used to prevent disease development or to cure existing infections.15
Broad-spectrum control: Effective against a range of oomycete diseases.16
Improved plant health: Protects crops from damaging diseases, leading to healthier plants.
Enhanced yield: Contributes to higher yields by preventing yield losses due to diseases.
Application:
Krilaxyl can be applied as a seed treatment, soil drench, or foliar spray.
For seed treatment, the seeds are coated with the fungicide before sowing.17
For soil drench, the fungicide is applied to the soil around the base of the plants.
For foliar spray, the fungicide is diluted with water and sprayed on the foliage.
The dosage varies depending on the crop, disease, and application method.18 Always refer to the product label for specific recommendations.
Safety:
As with all pesticides, handle Krilaxyl with care.
Wear appropriate protective clothing during handling and application.
Follow the safety instructions on the product label carefully.
Important Note: Product labels and registrations may vary by country. Always consult the product label and local agricultural authorities for specific information and recommendations for your region.
