KATYAYANI BORDEAUX MIXTURE | COPPER SULPHATE 3.0% + CALCIUM HYDROXIDE 0.6%

Katyayani Bordeaux Mixture Overview: Katyayani Bordeaux Mixture is a contact fungicide made from high-quality copper sulfate and calcium hydroxide. It effectively prevents fungal diseases, such as powdery mildew, downy mildew, and rot diseases. This mixture is particularly useful during the monsoon season and periods of heavy rainfall to protect plants from fungal infections. Composition: Copper: 3.0% Calcium: 0.6% Bordeaux mixture is available as a ready-to-use solution with a consistent pH, which can be applied by mixing with water and using it as a spray. Targeted Diseases: Bordeaux mixture is a broad-spectrum fungicide that controls a wide range of fungal diseases, including: Downy mildew Powdery mildew Scab Anthracnose Rot Leaf spot Blight Canker diseases Targeted Crops: This fungicide can be used on various crops, including: Vegetables (Tomato, Potato, Brinjal) Cereals (Wheat, Barley) Pulses (Beans, Peas, Lentils) Fruits (Grapes, Apples, Citrus, Mango) Ornamental crops (e.g., Roses) Mode of Action: Targeting Spores: Copper ions in the Bordeaux mixture target fungal spores, which are the reproductive units of fungi. Enzyme Disruption: These copper ions interfere with the enzymes in the spores, disrupting their proper function. Germination Blockade: By hindering these enzymes, Bordeaux mixture prevents spores from germinating and establishing fungal growth on plants. Due to its preventive nature, it is best applied before fungal diseases have a chance to take hold. Dosage: Apply 950 grams of Bordeaux mixture per 200 liters of water. Key Benefits: Effective Disease Control: Broad-spectrum action against a variety of fungal diseases. Cost-Effective: Can be prepared with readily available ingredients, making it an economical choice for farmers and gardeners. Nutrient Source: Copper sulfate aids in photosynthesis and seed production. pH Balance: Calcium ions help neutralize soil acidity, maintaining an optimal pH range of 6 to 6.5 for plant growth.