About Difenoconazole 25 Ec
Difenoconazole 25% EC is a widely used, systemic, broad-spectrum fungicide that provides protective, curative, and eradicative action against a variety of fungal diseases in crops. It contains 25% difenoconazole as its active ingredient in an emulsifiable concentrate (EC) formulation. Key Features and Mode of Action
- Mode of Action: Difenoconazole belongs to the triazole chemical group. It works by interfering with the biosynthesis of sterols in the fungal cell membranes, which are crucial for cell structure and function. This disruption inhibits the growth of the fungus, ultimately leading to its death.
- Systemic and Translaminar Activity: Once applied, the fungicide is absorbed by the leaves and stems and moves upward (acropetally) through the plant system. This provides comprehensive protection, even to new, untreated growth and on both sides of the leaf surface (translaminar action).
- Disease Control: It is effective against a broad range of fungal diseases, including powdery mildew, rusts, anthracnose, leaf spots, scabs, die-back, and fruit rots.
Recommended Crops and DiseasesIt is used on a wide variety of crops, including fruits, vegetables, cereals, and oilseeds. Specific applications and recommended dosages (per acre) include: