Avtar is a broad-spectrum combination fungicide offering both contact and systemic action for comprehensive disease control.1 It's manufactured by Indofil Industries Limited and contains Hexaconazole 4% + Zineb 68% WP as its active ingredients.2 This unique formulation provides protection against a wide range of fungal diseases in various crops, while also providing nutritional benefits.3
Mode of Action:
Hexaconazole: A systemic triazole fungicide that inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis in fungi.4 Ergosterol is a crucial component of fungal cell membranes, and its disruption leads to the death of the fungus.5 Hexaconazole has protective, curative, and eradicant action with strong antisporulant and translaminar properties.6
Zineb: A contact fungicide with multi-site activity.7 It disrupts several enzyme systems in fungi, inhibiting spore germination and mycelial growth. It also provides essential nutrients like zinc to the plant.8
This dual action offers both preventive and curative control, along with nutritional benefits for the crop.9
Key Features and Benefits:
Broad-spectrum control: Effective against a wide range of diseases in various crops, including Sheath Blight, Brown Spot, Blast, and Grain Discoloration in paddy; Black Rot, Grey Blight, and Blister Blight in tea; Scab, Powdery Mildew, and Alternaria Leaf Spot in apple; and many others.10
Dual action: Combines contact and systemic activity for comprehensive protection.11
Protective, curative, and eradicant: Prevents new infections, helps control existing ones, and eliminates established infections.12
Nutritional benefits: Provides zinc, an essential micronutrient for plant growth and health, contributing to greener leaves and increased yield.13
Disease resistance management: The combination of two different modes of action reduces the risk of resistance development in fungi.14
Safe for crops: Generally safe for foliage, blossoms, and fruits of many plants when used as directed.15
Application:
Avtar is applied as a foliar spray.
Dosage: Varies depending on the crop and target disease.16 Refer to the product label for specific recommendations. For example:
Paddy (Sheath Blight, Brown Spot, Blast, Grain Discoloration): 400-500 g/acre17
Tea (Black Rot, Grey Blight, Blister Blight): 250 g/acre18
Apple (Scab, Premature Leaf Fall, Alternaria Leaf Spot/Blight, Powdery Mildew, Core Rot): 500 g/acre19
Water: Use sufficient water to ensure proper coverage (typically 200-500 liters/acre).
Crops:
Avtar is effective on a wide range of crops, including paddy, tea, apple, maize, cotton, and many other fruits and vegetables.20
Available Packs: 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg21
Important Note:
Always read and follow the instructions on the product label carefully before use. The use of the product is beyond the control of the manufacturer, and they do not assume any responsibility other than the uniform quality of the product.
Additional Information:
You can find more information about Avtar fungicide on the Indofil Industries Limited website or on various agricultural online platforms like BigHaat, Agribegri, and Badikheti. These resources may provide more detailed information on specific crop recommendations, application rates, and safety precautions.
