Fungicide

Nimrod 250 EC

A systemic fungicide for the control of powdery mildew in ornamental, vegetable and fruit crops

General Info

Nimrod 250 EC is a systemic fungicide with tranlaminar and vapor action for control of powdery mildew on ornamental, vegetable and fruit crops.

Benefits for the Farmer

Higher yields of crops
Crops with higher quality
A powerful tool to counter resistance development
Safe and easy to use, with minimal effect on the environment
Fast-acting and long-lasting
Crop safety
Safe at recommended dosage to all of the registered crops
Rain fastness

WHO CLASS III

Active Ingredients

Bupirimate

Formulation Type

Emulsifiable concentrate (EC)

Region/Countries

Tanzania

Key Targets

Powdery mildew

Crops

Cucurbits

Melons

Peas

Roses

Strawberry

Tomatoes

Mode of Action

Nimrod 250 EC is effective on primary infection, protects the crop against secondary powdery infection by penetrating through the leaf (translaminar) to kill the existing infection and protects the underside coupled with vapor action to control powdery mildew.

Application Advice

Preparation of Spray Mixture

Ensure that the sprayer is clean and calibrated to give even application, at the required volume. Half fill the spray tank with clean water, shake the Nimrod 250 EC container and add the required amount to the spray tank. Mix or agitate the spray solution after filling the spray tank. Continue agitaion during the spray process.

Compatibility

Nimrod 250 EC is compatible with most commonly used pesticides and foliar fertilizers. Do not mix Nimrod 250 EC with other chemicals when applying on cucumber.

Application Rates and Timing

Crop	Application rate	Application timing	Pre-harvest interval
Roses	300 ml per 100 L of water or 3.0 L in 1000 L of water per Ha when disease is present 250 ml per 1000 L of water or 2.5 L in 1000 L of water per Ha when disease condition is expected	Every 14 days. Apply before or at onset of disease signs	Wait until the spray dries up.
Peas and other vegetables	700 ml per 300 L of water per Ha	Every 7 days. Begin when disease signs are seen	2 days
Cucurbits	200 ml per 1000 L of water	Every 14 days (max 6 sprays)	2 days
Strawberries	1.4 L in 500-600 L of water per Ha	Every 10 days. Apply before blossom (max 3 sprays)	1 day

Safety

Re-entry interval: sprayed greenhouse or crop field can be re-entered after the spray has dried.

Nimrod 250 EC is moderately toxic to fish. Do not contaminate inters, dams and ponds with chemical or empty containers. Although Nimrod 250 EC has low toxicity to bees, avoid spraying on crops when foraging bees are busy.

To learn more safety precautions and first aid instructions concerning the application of Nimrod 250 EC read the downloaded label.

Always read the label carefully before use.