PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
| Particulars | Details |
| Product Name | Planofix |
| Brand Name | Bayer Crop Science Limited |
| Category / Type | Plant Growth Regulator (PGR) / Auxin-type Growth Regulator |
| Technical Composition | Alpha Naphthyl Acetic Acid (NAA) 4.5% SL |
| Microbial Count / CFU Count | Not Applicable (Chemical synthetic auxin-based growth regulator) |
| Formulation Type | Soluble Liquid (SL) |
| Source / Active Agent | Alpha Naphthyl Acetic Acid (Synthetic Auxin) |
| Toxicity / Safety Class | Slightly Toxic / Class III (Caution) |
| Type of Action | Systemic hormone regulation & ethylene-induced abscission suppression |
| Primary Function |
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| Suitable Crops | Tomato, Chilli, Cotton, Mango, Grapes, Pineapple, Citrus, and Brinjal |
| Recommended Dosage (Crop-wise) | Tomato & Chilli: 45 ml/acre (or 0.22 – 0.30 ml/L of water during flowering & fruiting) Cotton: 45 ml/acre at flowering and boll formation stages Mango: 45 ml/acre (at pea size stage to prevent fruit drop) Pineapple: 45 ml/acre (to induce flowering and increase fruit size) Grapes: 45 ml/acre (at pruning and pre-harvest stage to control berry drop) |
| Water Requirement per Acre | 150 – 200 Litres for field crops; up to 400 Litres for orchard crops based on foliage canopy |
| Recommended Crop Stage | Flowering initiation, fruit set, or 10–15 days prior to harvest (for controlling pre-harvest drop) |
| Mode of Action / Mechanism | Suppresses internal ethylene production in plant cells, inhibiting the formation of the abscission layer that causes premature dropping of flowers, buds, and unripe fruits |
| Method of Application | Foliar spray (evenly sprayed over foliage during cool morning or evening hours) |
| Compatibility | Compatible with most standard insecticides and fungicides; do a jar test before tank-mixing; avoid mixing with strongly alkaline substances |
| Available Pack Sizes | 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, and 1 Litre |
Product Description
Planofix (Alpha Naphthyl Acetic Acid 4.5% SL) is a leading, reliable aqueous plant growth regulator from Bayer CropScience. Designed to mimic natural plant auxins, it effectively regulates vital developmental stages in horticulture and field crops. By inhibiting ethylene production, Planofix stops premature shedding and helps plants hold onto their flowers, bolls, and developing fruits right through to harvest.
Product Features
- Contains high-purity Alpha Naphthyl Acetic Acid (NAA) in an easily soluble liquid (SL) formulation.
- Functions at very low concentration rates (0.2 ml – 0.3 ml per litre of water) for cost-effective crop efficiency.
- Versatile application across vegetables, cash crops, and orchard fruit trees.
Key Benefits
- Prevents Drop: Prevents natural shedding of squares and bolls in cotton, flowers in vegetables, and unripe fruits in mango.
- Enhances Quality & Size: Increases fruit size and uniformity in crops such as pineapple and grapes.
- Berry Drop Reduction: Minimizes pre-harvest berry drop in grape vineyards.
- Stress Resilience: Supports better crop vigor during physiological stress periods.
Safety Precautions
- Apply during the cooler parts of the day (early morning or late evening) to prevent leaf scorching.
- Do not exceed recommended dosage rates, as excessive NAA application can cause growth retardation or epinasty.
- Wear suitable protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection during spray solution preparation and application.
Disclaimer:This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always read the physical product label, local regulatory advice, and official company leaflet thoroughly before application.
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