Procymidone
Description
Procymidone is a contact and systemic fungicide that works by stopping fungal diseases from growing and spreading. The word 'contact' means it kills fungi when they come into contact with it on the plant surface. The word 'systemic' means it also gets absorbed into the plant and moves throughout it, protecting it from the inside. When you apply procymidone to your crops, it prevents fungal spores from germinating and stops existing fungal infections from spreading. It works especially well on many different types of fungal diseases including gray mold, leaf spots, blight, and various rot diseases. One of the advantages of procymidone is that it has both preventive and curative properties, which means it can prevent diseases from starting and also help cure diseases that have already begun. It's commonly used on vegetables, fruits, and field crops to control a wide variety of fungal diseases. Procymidone is particularly effective against gray mold and various rot diseases that can affect fruits and vegetables. However, it's very important to know that procymidone works best when applied before you see severe disease symptoms, though it can also help with existing infections. You should spray it every 7-14 days during the growing season when disease pressure is high, or more frequently if you see disease starting. Make sure to spray both the top and bottom of leaves, as diseases often start on the underside. Also, procymidone can be harmful to the environment, especially to water sources, so you must be very careful not to let it run off into streams, ponds, or irrigation water. Always wait the required number of days (usually 7-14 days) after spraying before harvesting your crops. Always follow the label instructions and wear protective clothing when using this product.
Application rates
General
1-2 kg per hectare
Preventive
1-1.5 kg per hectare
Curative
1.5-2.5 kg per hectare
Application method
Target pests
Application timing
Preventive: before disease onset. Curative: when disease symptoms first appear. Repeat every 7-14 days during disease pressure.
Safety period
7-14 days before harvest
Precautions
Harmful to environment and water sources. Wear protective equipment. Do not apply in windy conditions. Ensure thorough coverage. Keep away from water sources.
Crop compatibility
Benefits
- Contact and systemic action for comprehensive protection
- Both preventive and curative properties
- Effective against gray mold and rot diseases
- Broad-spectrum activity against many fungal diseases
- Suitable for vegetables, fruits, and field crops
- Can help cure existing infections
Best for
- Vegetable crops (tomatoes, peppers, lettuce)
- Fruit trees and orchards
- Field crops
- Crops prone to gray mold and rot
- Crops with leaf spot problems
Usage tips
- Apply before disease symptoms appear for best results
- Can also be used when disease first appears
- Repeat applications every 7-14 days during disease pressure
- Ensure thorough coverage of both leaf surfaces
- Use as part of a disease management program
- Keep away from water sources to protect environment
Storage instructions
Store in original container in cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed. Store away from food, feed, and water sources.
Mixing compatibility
Compatible with most fungicides and insecticides. Often used in combination with other fungicides. Check compatibility before tank mixing.