About Conika Fungicide
Conika Fungicide is a Dhanuka product containing Kasugamycin 5% + Copper Oxychloride 45% WP. It is a combination of fungicide and bactericide used for managing both fungal and bacterial diseases in recommended crops.
Conika Fungicide is recommended in rice, grapes and pomegranate crops. It helps control diseases such as leaf blast, neck blast, anthracnose, bacterial leaf spot, bacterial blight, fruit rot and leaf spot. The preventive application gives better disease control.
Conika Fungicide Technical Name
Kasugamycin 5% + Copper Oxychloride 45% WP
Product Specifications
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Mode of Entry: Systemic and contact action (Dual action)
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Mode of Action: Conika combines two complementary modes of action. Kasugamycin is a systemic antibiotic that inhibits the incorporation of amino acids in the ribosomes of bacteria during protein synthesis, which stops bacterial growth. Copper oxychloride works as a contact fungicide and bactericide on the leaf and fruit surface, giving protective action against fungal and bacterial disease pressure.
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Time of Application: Use preventive application for better disease control.
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad Spectrum: Controls labelled fungal and bacterial disease groups such as blast, anthracnose, leaf spots, blight and fruit rot
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Effective Against: Leaf blast, neck blast, anthracnose, bacterial leaf spot, bacterial blight, fruit rot and leaf spot in the recommendation crops.
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Prophylactic Disease Control: Conika controls diseases through preventive activity, helping protect the crop before disease spread becomes severe.
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Systemic and Contact Action: Kasugamycin provides systemic action, while copper oxychloride works on the leaf and fruit surface through contact action.
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Longer Disease Control: Conika provides prolonged control for 7 to 15 days, depending on climatic conditions and disease virulence.
Conika Fungicide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target disease |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water / Acre |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Grapes |
Anthracnose, Bacterial leaf spot |
300 g |
160 to 400 L |
0.75 to 1.88 g |
37 days |
Rice (Paddy) |
Leaf blast, Neck blast |
280 g |
150 L |
1.87 g |
26 days |
Pomegranate |
Bacterial blight, Leaf spot, Fruit rot and Anthracnose |
0.1% solution |
200 to 400 L |
1 g |
10 days |
Foliar Spray: Apply Conika Fungicide as a foliar spray using the recommended crop wise dose and water volume. Ensure uniform coverage of leaves, fruits and disease prone plant parts for better protection.
Rice: Apply the first spray at the initiation of leaf blast disease symptoms. The second spray can be taken after 10 to 12 days or as and when required.
Grapes: Apply the first spray at the initiation of infestation and repeat after 15 days.
Pomegranate: take the first spray at the appearance of disease symptoms.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
- For field level use, consult an agronomist before tank mixing Conika Fungicide with other products.
Safety Precautions
- Wear gloves, mask, full sleeve clothing, and safety goggles while spraying.
- Do not spray on windy days to prevent spray drift.
- Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling or applying the product.
- Wash hands, face, and exposed skin thoroughly after spraying.
- Keep out of reach of children, pets, and livestock.
- Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
- In case of accidental ingestion, inhalation, or eye exposure, seek immediate medical attention.
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry, and well ventilated place away from direct sunlight, food, feed, fertilizers, and water sources. Keep the product in its original sealed container.
Conika Fungicide Expert Advice
“Dhanuka Conika is an excellent dual action broad spectrum fungicide used to control both fungal and bacterial diseases in multiple crops. For best results, apply Conika preventively with recommended dosages.”-BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information
- It has fungicidal and bactericidal properties.
- The product has dual systemic and contact action.
- Preventive applications are recommended for better disease control.
- Follow resistance management guidelines where applicable.
- Avoid repeated applications of fungicides with the same mode of action.
- Observe the recommended pre harvest interval and re entry interval.
- Follow all crop specific recommendations mentioned on the product label.
- Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
