Triadimenol
Description
Triadimenol is a systemic fungicide that works by stopping fungal diseases from growing and spreading. The word 'systemic' means that when you spray it on your plants, it gets absorbed into the plant and moves throughout it, protecting it from the inside. This makes it very effective because it can reach and protect parts of the plant that you might not be able to spray directly. When you apply triadimenol 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 powdery mildew, rust, leaf spots, and various blight diseases. One of the advantages of triadimenol 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. Triadimenol is particularly effective against powdery mildew and rust, which are common diseases that affect many crops. However, it's very important to know that triadimenol 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. Triadimenol is often used in combination with other fungicides to provide better disease control and to prevent resistance. 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
0.2-0.5 kg per hectare
Preventive
0.2-0.3 kg per hectare
Curative
0.3-0.6 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. Often used in combination with other fungicides.
Safety period
7-14 days before harvest
Precautions
Wear protective equipment. Do not apply in windy conditions. Ensure thorough coverage of both leaf surfaces. Follow label instructions. Often used in combination with other fungicides to prevent resistance.
Crop compatibility
Benefits
- Systemic action protects plants from inside
- Both preventive and curative properties
- Effective against powdery mildew and rust
- Broad-spectrum activity against many fungal diseases
- Often used in combination with other fungicides for better control
- Suitable for vegetables, fruits, and field crops
Best for
- Vegetable crops (cucumbers, squash, melons)
- Fruit trees and orchards
- Field crops
- Crops prone to powdery mildew and rust
- Crops with leaf spot problems
Usage tips
- Apply before disease symptoms appear for best results
- Can also be used when disease first appears
- Particularly effective for powdery mildew and rust control
- Repeat applications every 7-14 days during disease pressure
- Ensure thorough coverage of both leaf surfaces
- Use as part of a disease management program to prevent resistance
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 protectant fungicides. Check compatibility before tank mixing.