Seed Treatment Fungicide
METALAXYL 35% WS
A specialized systemic seed treatment formulation (WS) designed to provide early-season protection against soil-borne oomycete pathogens. It ensures healthy seedling establishment by protecting the seed from germination through the critical early growth stages.
Active: Metalaxyl 35%
Formulation: WS (Water Dispersible Powder for Slurry)
Action: Systemic Acropetal
Product Information
Mode of Action
Metalaxyl inhibits RNA polymerase in oomycetes, preventing protein synthesis. When applied as a seed treatment, it is absorbed by the germinating seed and moves acropetally (upwards) into the growing shoot. This provides sustained internal protection against soil-borne pathogens during the most vulnerable establishment phase.
Target Diseases
- Downy mildew (Sorghum, Sugarcane, Philippine, Brown stripe types)
- White rust (Albugo candida)
- Pythium damping-off
- Seedling blight
Key Benefits
Specifically formulated for seed treatment (WS), ensuring uniform coating and better adherence compared to standard WP formulations.
Recommended Dosage
| Crop | Disease | Dosage per 100 Kg Seed | Water for Slurry (L) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maize | Downy mildew (Various types) | 700 g | 0.75 – 1.0 L |
| Bajra (Pearl Millet) | Downy mildew | 600 g | 0.75 – 1.0 L |
| Sorghum | Downy mildew | 600 g | 0.75 – 1.0 L |
| Sunflower | Downy mildew | 600 g | 0.75 – 1.0 L |
| Mustard | White Rust | 600 g | 0.75 – 1.0 L |
Important: The dosage is calculated per 100 kg of seed. The water volume (0.75 – 1.0 L) is intended to create a slurry paste for coating, not for field spraying.
Application Instructions
1. Slurry Preparation
Mix the required quantity of Metalaxyl 35% WS with the specified amount of water (0.75-1.0 L per 100 kg seed) to form a smooth slurry or paste.
2. Seed Coating
Add the slurry to the seeds in a seed treater drum or a plastic bag. Rotate/shake until all seeds are uniformly coated. Allow the seeds to dry in the shade before sowing. Do not dry in direct sunlight.
Safety Precautions
Seed Safety: Treated seeds are for sowing purposes only. Do not use treated seed for food, feed, or oil extraction.
Handling: Wear gloves and a mask during seed treatment. Dispose of empty containers safely.
Handling: Wear gloves and a mask during seed treatment. Dispose of empty containers safely.