Product Details
| Particulars | Details |
| Product Name | Zaafu |
| Brand Name | Tata Rallis India Limited |
| Technical Composition | Hexaconazole 0.5% GR |
| Formulation Type | Granular (GR) / Ready-to-use granules |
| Category | Systemic Fungicide |
| Toxicity | Blue Triangle |
| Chemical / Biological Group | Triazole (Sterol biosynthesis inhibitor) |
| Target Diseases Crop Wise | • Paddy (Rice): Sheath blight and sheath rot |
| • Vegetables & Fruits: Powdery mildew, blights, rust, leaf spots, and fruit rots | |
| • Cotton & Sunflowers: Leaf spots, blights, and rust | |
| • Coffee & Tea: Rust, blight, and leaf/fruit rots | |
| Suitable Crops | Paddy (Rice), Vegetables, Fruits, Coffee, Cotton, Sunflowers, and Tea |
| Recommended Dosage (Crop wise) | • Paddy: 4 kg per acre |
| • Vegetables & Fruits: 4 kg per acre | |
| • Cotton & Sunflowers: 4 kg per acre | |
| • Coffee & Tea: 4 kg per acre | |
| Water Requirement per Acre | Applied directly as soil-broadcast granules mixed with fertilizers/sand (no spray tank water volume required) |
| Recommended Crop Stage | During the first fertilizer top dressing or up to 60 days post-transplanting |
| Type of Action | Systemic action with protective, curative, eradicant, and antisporulant properties |
| Mode of Action | Acts as a sterol biosynthesis inhibitor, disrupting fungal cell membrane formation and halting internal and external pathogen spread. |
| Method of Application | Soil broadcasting by mixing uniformly with urea, other fertilizers, or sand |
| Waiting Period (PHI) | As per official label recommendations |
| Available Pack Sizes | 1 kg, 4 kg |
Product Description
Zaafu is an advanced, ready-to-use granular systemic fungicide from Tata Rallis India Limited, powered by Hexaconazole 0.5% GR. Formulated for easy soil broadcasting, it offers rapid active release in moisture and provides comprehensive protection against aggressive fungal pathogens like sheath blight in paddy, as well as blights and mildews across multi-crop segments. Beyond disease control, it delivers a phytotonic effect that boosts overall plant health and harvest quality.
Key Features
- Ready-to-Use Granules: Convenient granular structure that eliminates the need for water-tank spraying equipment.
- Fast Active Release: 100% active ingredient release in water within an hour of application.
- Four-Way Action: Exhibits protective, curative, eradicant, and antisporulant properties.
- Phytotonic Benefits: Improves crop vigor, green canopy retention, and final yields.
Key Benefits
- Labor & Cost Efficiency: Broadcasts smoothly alongside standard fertilizer top-dressings, saving time and application labor.
- Deep Systemic Defense: Moves thoroughly through plant systems to suppress both hidden and visible infections.
- Dust-Free Handling: Engineered to remain non-dusty during storage, transport, and field application.
Safety Precautions & Guidelines
- How to Use: Mix the recommended 4 kg dosage uniformly with urea, fertilizers, or sand, and broadcast evenly across the field.
- Tank Mix Compatibility: Designed for direct dry mixing and broadcasting with standard fertilizers; consult local agronomic guidance for specific queries.
- Application Timing: Apply during the first top-dressing stage or up to 60 days post-transplanting when initial disease signs appear.
- Handling & Storage: Wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear during application. Store securely in a cool, dry place in its original container away from children, pets, and food provisions.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
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