Darrick Quit Fungicide – Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% WP for Rice & Multi-Crop Fungal Control

Darrick Quit is a dual-action fungicide from Darrick Insecticides Limited that combines the systemic power of Carbendazim (12%) with the contact protection of Mancozeb (63%) in a wettable powder (WP) formulation. This combination is designed to tackle a broad range of fungal diseases across multiple crops, making it a dependable choice for farmers who need both preventive and curative protection in a single spray.

The systemic action of Carbendazim moves inside the plant to stop fungal growth from within, while Mancozeb forms a protective shield on the plant surface to block new infections. Together, they offer comprehensive disease control against blast, sheath blight, leaf spots, blights, powdery mildew, anthracnose, and more. Darrick Quit is approved for use on rice, potato, tea, mango, grapes, groundnut, chilli, maize, and other crops, helping farmers secure healthier plants and better yields. The easy-to-measure powder formulation mixes quickly with water and can be applied with standard sprayers.

Key Benefits

• Broad-spectrum control of fungal diseases across multiple crops in a single product.
• Dual action—systemic plus contact—gives both curative and preventive protection.
• Effective against major diseases like blast, sheath blight, early and late blight, leaf spots, powdery mildew, and anthracnose.
• Long-lasting protection with one spray, reducing the need for frequent applications.
• Improves plant health and supports better yield quality.
• Easy-to-measure and mix wettable powder formulation, simple to use with standard sprayers.
• Trusted performance from Darrick Insecticides Limited.

How It Works

Darrick Quit works through two complementary modes of action. Carbendazim, a systemic fungicide from the benzimidazole group, is absorbed by the plant and moves through its tissues. Once inside, it interferes with fungal cell division, stopping the growth and spread of the disease from within the plant. This makes it effective even against infections that have already started.

Mancozeb, on the other hand, belongs to the dithiocarbamate group and acts as a contact fungicide. It stays on the surface of the leaves and stems, forming a protective barrier that prevents fungal spores from germinating and entering the plant. This combination means that while Mancozeb shields the plant from new infections, Carbendazim works internally to control existing disease, giving farmers a complete and dependable disease management solution.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Details
Brand	Darrick Quit
Active Ingredients	Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63%
Chemical Group	Benzimidazole + Dithiocarbamate
Mode of Action	Systemic + Contact
Formulation	Wettable Powder (WP)
Target Spectrum	Wide range of fungal diseases
Dosage	1.25 g per litre of water
Re-entry Interval	24 hours after application
Packaging	Available in 500 gm and 1 kg packs
Country of Origin	Made in India

Recommended Dosage & Application

The recommended dosage for Darrick Quit is 1.25 g per litre of water across all approved crops. The application window varies depending on the crop and the disease being targeted.

Crop	Target Disease	Application Window	Dosage
Rice	Blast, Sheath Blight	At first signs of infection	1.25 g/litre water
Potato	Early & Late Blight, Black Scurf	Preventive or early curative	1.25 g/litre water
Groundnut	Tikka Leaf Spot, Collar Rot, Dry Root Rot	Preventive stage	1.25 g/litre water
Tea	Blister Blight, Grey Blight, Red Rust	Preventive stage	1.25 g/litre water
Mango	Powdery Mildew, Anthracnose	Flowering to fruit development	1.25 g/litre water
Grape	Powdery Mildew, Anthracnose	Early season	1.25 g/litre water
Chilli	Leaf Spot, Fruit Rot, Powdery Mildew	At first symptoms	1.25 g/litre water

When to Use

For best results, apply Darrick Quit at the first signs of fungal infection or as a preventive treatment before disease pressure builds up. In rice, spray when blast or sheath blight symptoms first appear. For potato, use it preventively or at the early stage of blight development. In mango and grape, apply during flowering through fruit development to protect against powdery mildew and anthracnose. For groundnut and tea, preventive application is recommended. In chilli, spray at the first appearance of leaf spot, fruit rot, or powdery mildew symptoms. Early and timely application gives the best disease control and helps protect yield.

Step by Step Usage Instructions

1. Wear gloves, a mask, and protective clothing before handling the product.
2. Measure 1.25 g of Darrick Quit per litre of water.
3. Prepare a slurry by mixing the powder in a small amount of water.
4. Add the slurry to the spray tank and fill with the required volume of water.
5. Stir well to ensure even mixing.
6. Spray evenly over the affected crop areas, ensuring complete coverage.
7. Wait for the re-entry interval of 24 hours before entering the treated field.
8. Follow the pre-harvest interval as per the crop label.

Precautions & Safety

• Keep the product away from food, feed, and drinking water.
• Avoid inhalation and direct contact with skin or eyes.
• Do not spray near fishponds or aquaculture areas.
• Wash hands and clothes thoroughly after spraying.
• Store in a cool, dry, locked place away from children.
• Pregnant women should avoid contact with Carbendazim-containing products.
• In case of ingestion, seek immediate medical attention; no specific antidote is known.