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

Katyayani Bordeaux mixture is a contact fungicide which is the mixture of high quality Copper Sulphate and Calcium Hydroxide. Helps in preventing fungal diseases like powdery mildew, Downy mildew and rot diseases effectively. The application of Bordeaux mixture is majorly done during the times of monsoon and continuous heavy rainings to prevent plants from fungal diseases.

Bordeaux mixture Composition: Copper: 3.0% + Calcium: 0.6%

The Bordeaux mixture is a ready-to-use solution with a consistent pH. It is applied by mixing with water and used as spray.

TARGETED DISEASES OF BORDEAUX MIXTURE

Bordeaux mixture is broad-spectrum fungicide, meaning it can control a wide range of fungal diseases, including Downy mildew, Powdery mildew, Scab, Anthracnose, Rot, Leaf spot, Blight, Canker diseases.

TARGETED CROPS OF BORDEAUX MIXTURE

Bordeaux mixture is used in wide range of crops such as Vegetables(Tomato, Potato, Brinjal), Cereals (Wheat, Barley), Pulses (Beans, Pea, Lentil), Fruit (Grapes, Apple, Citrus, Mango) and rose and many other ornamental crops.

MODE OF ACTION OF BORDEAUX MIXTURE

• Targeting Spores: The copper ions in Bordeaux mixture target fungal spores, the reproductive units of fungi.
• Enzyme Disruption: These copper ions interfere with enzymes in the spores, hindering their proper function.
• Germination Blockade: By disrupting these enzymes, Bordeaux mixture prevents the spores from germinating and establishing fungal growth on the plant.

Since it targets spores before they germinate, Bordeaux mixture is best used as a preventive measure, applied before fungal diseases have a chance to take hold.

DOSAGE OF BORDEAUX MIXTURE

950 Grams / 200 liters of water

KEY BENEFITS OF BORDEAUX MIXTURE

Here are some of benefits of Bordeaux mixture are:

• Effective disease control: Bordeaux mixture is broad-spectrum fungicide, meaning it can control a wide range of fungal diseases, including downy mildew, powdery mildew, scab, and anthracnose.
• Cost-effective: Bordeaux mixture can be prepared using readily available ingredients, copper sulfate and lime, making it a cost-effective option for gardeners and farmers.
• Nutrient source: Copper sulphate is also used as an nutrient source, which helps in the process of photosynthesis and seed production.
• pH balance: The calcium ions help the soil pH by neutralizing the acid's presence and create a favourable environment for plant growth. It maintains the pH of soil of 6 to 6.5.

BORDEAUX MIXTURE RELATED FAQs

Q. What is the best product for maintaining the pH level in soils?

A. Bordeaux mixture is one of the recommended product for maintaining the pH levels in the soil for creating favourable environmental conditions to crop.

Q. What is the best time for application of Bordeaux mixture?

A. The best time for application of Bordeaux mixture is during the times of Monsoon and also at heavy raining conditions to prevent plants from fungal diseases.

Q. What is the best fungicide for Rot disease?

A. Bordeaux mixture is one of the recommended product which is applied to crops against the Rot disease.

Q. What is the best fungicide for application to crops during water logging conditions?

A. Bordeaux mixture is one of the recommended product for stopping the growth of fungus during the times of water logging conditions.

Q. What is the dose of Bordeaux Mixture?

A. The minimal dosage value of bordeaux mix for plants is 950 grams/ Acre.

Q. What is the price of Bordeaux Mixture?

A. The bordo mixture price of 950 grams is around 467 rupees.