Mrittika Harvest Updates

  BAVISTIN (Carbendazim 50% WP): Curative Fungicide for Reliable Crop Protection Fungal diseases are one of the most common reasons behind yield reduction in Indian agriculture, especially during humid weather and cloudy conditions. Diseases like leaf spot, powdery mildew, anthracnose, fruit rot (early stage), blight support and wilt suppression can attack crops across vegetables, fruits, and field crops. In such situations, farmers need a solution that not only prevents infection but can also control disease once it begins. BAVISTIN® (Carbendazim 50% WP) is a widely used systemic fungicide from the benzimidazole group , known for its curative + preventive action. Its active ingredient, Carbendazim , has the chemical name Methyl benzimidazol-2-yl carbamate with molecular formula C₉H₉N₃O₂ . Bavistin How BAVISTIN works Unlike contact fungicides that stay only on the leaf surface, BAVISTIN moves inside the plant through xylem transport . It controls fungi by stopping their growth...

  TRICHOSTAR (Trichoderma viride 1.5% WP): Natural Root Protection for Healthier Crops Soil-borne fungal diseases are one of the biggest hidden threats in farming. Problems like damping off, root rot, collar rot, stem rot, and seedling blight can reduce plant survival, weaken growth, and finally lower yield. The biggest challenge is that these diseases start below the soil surface—often before symptoms become visible. TRICHOSTAR (Trichoderma viride 1.5% WP) is an eco-friendly biofungicide/biocontrol agent that helps manage soil and root fungal diseases naturally. Unlike chemical fungicides, TRICHOSTAR does not contain a chemical molecule—its strength comes from living beneficial spores of Trichoderma viride , a naturally occurring soil fungus. Trichostar Trasco How TRICHOSTAR works TRICHOSTAR protects crops through multiple biological mechanisms: Mycoparasitism: Directly attacks harmful fungi like Fusarium, Pythium, Rhizoctonia, and Sclerotium Competition: Colonizes the root...

  Actara (Thiamethoxam 25% WG): Systemic protection for sap-sucking pests Sap-sucking insects — aphids, whiteflies, jassids, thrips and early leaf-miner stages — are among the most destructive pests for vegetables, fruits and many field crops. Left unchecked they reduce plant vigor, transmit viruses, and cut yields. Actara , containing Thiamethoxam 25% WG , is a modern systemic insecticide designed to deliver quick knockdown and lasting control of these pests with low-dose applications. How Actara works Actara belongs to the neonicotinoid group and acts systemically: it is absorbed by roots and leaves and translocated through the plant’s xylem. This provides protection to newly formed tissue and hidden feeding sites (leaf undersides), offering both contact and stomach action on target pests. Users typically observe rapid reduction in pest activity and residual control lasting up to 10–14 days under normal conditions. Where and when to use Actara is recommended across vegetables (to...

 Indofil M-45: Trusted Fungal Protection for Healthy Crops Fungal diseases are one of the most common yet damaging challenges faced by farmers across India. If not managed at the right time, diseases like blight, leaf spot, downy mildew, and rust can significantly reduce crop yield and quality. Indofil M-45 , powered by Mancozeb 75% WP , is a widely trusted contact fungicide known for its broad-spectrum action. It works by forming a protective layer on the plant surface, preventing fungal spores from germinating and spreading. Why Farmers Choose Indofil M-45 Best Use Practice Broad-spectrum control against multiple fungal diseases Ideal for preventive application Suitable for vegetables, fruits, pulses, oilseeds, and field crops Helps reduce disease resistance due to multi-site action For best results, Indofil M-45 should be applied at early disease appearance or as a preventive spray , especially during humid or rainy conditions. Always follow crop-specific dosage re...