About Folicur Fungicide
Folicur Fungicide (Tebuconazole 25.9% EC) by Bayer is a systemic fungicide. It provides prophylactic, curative and eradicative efficacy against fungal diseases in chilli, groundnut, rice, onion, soybean and black gram. Folicur also provides a plant-growth effect and helps improve the quality of produce.
Folicur Fungicide Technical Name
Tebuconazole 25.9% EC
Product Specifications
Mode of Entry: Systemic
Mode of Action: Folicur is a demethylase inhibitor (DMI). It interferes with the process of building the fungal cell wall, weakening the fungi and disrupting their ability to reproduce and spread.
Time of Application: Apply as a protective and curative fungicide at the early appearance of disease.
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad-Spectrum Action: Provides control against a wide range of crop diseases.
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Prophylactic, Curative & Eradicative: Provides all three types of fungicidal efficacy.
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Plant Growth Effect: Provides an excellent plant-growth effect.
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Improves Produce Quality: Helps improve the quality of produce.
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Systemic Protection: Provides systemic fungicidal action for effective disease management.
Folicur Fungicide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target disease |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water / Acre |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Chilli |
Fruit rot, Powdery mildew |
200–300 ml |
200 L |
1–1.5 ml |
5 days |
Groundnut |
Tikka & Rust |
200–300 ml |
200 L |
1–1.5 ml |
49 days |
Rice (Paddy) |
Blast, Sheath blight |
300 ml |
200 L |
1.5 ml |
10 days |
Onion |
Purple blotch |
250–300 ml |
200 L |
1.25–1.5 ml |
21 days |
Soybean |
Anthracnose (Pod blight) |
250 ml |
200 L |
1.25 ml |
14 days |
Black gram |
Leaf spots (Cercospora leaf spot and Anthracnose) |
300 ml |
200 L |
1.5 ml |
17 days |
Method of Application
Foliar Spray: Tebuconazole 25.9% EC is applied as a protective as well as curative fungicide with a knapsack sprayer at the early appearance of disease.
Best Time to Spray
- Apply at the early appearance of disease.
- Use the recommended crop-specific dosage.
- Ensure proper and uniform coverage of the crop.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
Consult an agronomist before mixing Folicur with other crop protection products.
Safety Precautions
- Do not touch or inhale the contents.
- Wear rubber gloves and a face mask while handling the product.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling or applying the product.
- Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
- Wash contaminated clothing and affected body parts with soap and water after handling.
- Keep away from foodstuffs, food containers and animal feed.
Storage
Store the product in its original container in a separate room or premises away from foodstuffs and other articles. Keep under lock and key. Store in a well-built, dry, well-ventilated place.
Folicur Fungicide Expert Advice
“For best results, apply Folicur as a protective and curative fungicide at the early appearance of disease using the recommended crop-wise dose. Ensure proper coverage for effective disease management and better crop quality.” - BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information
- Follow FRAC resistance management guidelines wherever applicable.
- Avoid repeated applications of fungicides with the same mode of action.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
