Overview
Defender is a Pyraclostrobin 5% + Metiram 55% WG fungicide formulated for professional agricultural use. The product contains 60% total active ingredients and is labeled as a contact and systemic fungicide.
The supplied Nepalese product label lists the product for downy mildew management in broccoli and mustard greens and late blight management in potato. It is applied by spraying at the early stage of disease development, using crop-specific application rates and water volumes specified on the label.
Key Features
- 60% total active ingredient content
- Pyraclostrobin 5% + Metiram 55% combination
- Water-dispersible granule (WG) formulation
- Labeled as a contact and systemic fungicide
- Registered for broccoli, mustard greens and potato on the supplied Nepalese label
- Labeled for downy mildew in broccoli and mustard greens
- Labeled for late blight in potato
- Application by spray at the initial stage of disease
Product Benefits
- Combines pyraclostrobin and metiram in a single WG formulation
- Provides label-defined disease management uses across three listed crops
- Offers clearly specified application rates and spray-water volumes
- Suitable for early-stage disease management according to the product label
- Provides crop-specific pre-harvest intervals stated on the label
Target Pests & Diseases Controlled
| Pest / Disease | Scientific Name | Crop |
|---|---|---|
| Downy mildew | Hyaloperonospora parasitica | Broccoli |
| Downy mildew | Hyaloperonospora parasitica | Mustard greens |
| Late blight | Phytophthora infestans | Potato |
Recommended Crops
Application & Dosage Guide
Pesticide is poisonous and is not a medicine. Read and follow the registered product label before use. Keep away from children. Wear appropriate protective equipment during mixing, loading and spraying, and avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale spray mist or vapour. Keep the product away from food, feed, medicines and other household materials. Avoid environmental contamination and follow applicable pesticide regulations. If exposure occurs, wash affected skin thoroughly with soap and water; rinse eyes with clean water for at least 15–20 minutes and seek medical attention for serious symptoms. No specific antidote is indicated on the supplied label; treatment should be symptomatic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Defender Pyraclostrobin 5% + Metiram 55% WG?
Defender is a 60% WG fungicide containing Pyraclostrobin 5% and Metiram 55%, approved for disease management in broccoli, mustard greens and potato.
What are the active ingredients in Defender fungicide?
Defender contains Pyraclostrobin 5% and Metiram 55%.
What formulation is Defender?
Defender is formulated as a water-dispersible granule (WG).
Which crops is Defender approved for?
Defender is approved for use on broccoli, mustard greens and potato.
Which diseases is Defender approved to control?
Defender is approved for downy mildew in broccoli and mustard greens and late blight in potato.
What is the recommended dose of Defender for broccoli?
The recommended dose for broccoli is 750–900 g/ha with 750 L of spray water per hectare.
What is the recommended dose of Defender for mustard greens?
The recommended dose for mustard greens is 750–900 g/ha with 750 L of spray water per hectare.
What is the recommended dose of Defender for potato?
The recommended dose for potato is 600–900 g/ha with 500 L of spray water per hectare.
When should Defender be applied?
Defender should be applied at the initial stage of disease development.
What is the pre-harvest interval for Defender?
The recommended pre-harvest interval is 14 days for broccoli, mustard greens and potato.
How is Defender applied?
Defender is applied by spraying at the recommended dose and spray-water volume for each approved crop.
What safety precautions should be followed when using Defender?
Wear appropriate protective equipment, avoid direct exposure, keep the product away from children, food and feed, and follow all registered product safety instructions and local pesticide regulations.