Matco is a dual-action fungicide that provides both contact and systemic disease control.1 It is manufactured by Indofil Industries Limited and contains Metalaxyl 8% + Mancozeb 64% WP as its active ingredients.2 This combination offers comprehensive protection against a wide range of fungal diseases in various crops.3

Mode of Action:

• Metalaxyl: A systemic fungicide that inhibits RNA polymerase in fungi, disrupting protein synthesis and ultimately leading to the death of the fungus.4 It has both acropetal (upward) and basipetal (downward) movement within the plant, providing comprehensive internal protection.5

• Mancozeb: A contact fungicide with multi-site activity.6 It disrupts several enzyme systems in fungi, inhibiting spore germination and mycelial growth.7 It also provides essential nutrients like manganese and 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 caused by Oomycetes fungi, including Downy Mildew, Late Blight, Damping Off, and Phytophthora rots in various crops like grapes, tobacco, potato, vegetables, and black pepper.10

• Dual action: Combines contact and systemic activity for comprehensive protection.11

• Truly systemic: Offers both acropetal and basipetal movement within the plant, providing complete internal protection.12

• Protective and curative: Prevents new infections and helps control existing ones.13

• Nutritional benefits: Provides manganese and zinc, essential micronutrients for plant growth and health.14

• Improved plant health: Enhances plant vigor, root health, and overall crop growth.15

• Flexible application: Can be used as a foliar spray, soil drench, or seed treatment.16

• Clear formulation: Easy-to-use formulation that mixes well with water.17

Application:

Matco can be applied as a foliar spray, soil drench, or seed treatment.18

• Foliar Spray:

  • Dosage: Varies depending on the crop and target disease.19 Refer to the product label for specific recommendations. For example, for grapes (Downy Mildew), the recommended dosage is 2.5 g/liter of water.

  • Water: Use sufficient water to ensure proper coverage.

• Soil Drench: Refer to the product label for specific recommendations on dosage and methods.

• Seed Treatment: Refer to the product label for specific recommendations on dosage and methods.

Crops:

Matco is effective on a wide range of crops, including grapes, tobacco, potato, vegetables, black pepper, mustard, and others.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 Matco fungicide on the Indofil Industries Limited website or on various agricultural online platforms like BigHaat, AgroFriend, and Kalgudi. These resources may provide more detailed information on specific crop recommendations, application rates, and safety precautions.