HPM Hivet Sulphur 80% WDG - Multipurpose Fungicide, Miticide & Micronutrient for Crops

HPM Hivet is a multipurpose crop protection product formulated with Sulphur 80% WDG (Water Dispersible Granules). It works as a fungicide, miticide (acaricide), and a source of essential sulphur nutrition for crops — all in one application. This makes it a practical and economical choice for farmers looking to manage multiple crop health challenges with a single product.

Hivet is effective against fungal diseases like powdery mildew and scab, and also helps control mite populations. At the same time, it supplies sulphur, an important secondary nutrient that supports plant metabolism, protein synthesis, and oil production. The product is formulated as dust-free, micronized granules that disperse quickly in water, making it easy to handle and apply without clogging spray nozzles.

HPM Hivet is suitable for a range of crops including grapes, mango, apple, wheat, cumin, and legumes like cowpea, pea, and guar. It works through contact and vapour action, providing both surface protection and deeper coverage within the crop canopy.

Key Benefits

• Triple-action formula: Works as a fungicide, miticide, and sulphur micronutrient source in a single spray — saving time, labour, and input cost.
• Controls powdery mildew and scab: Effectively manages two common and damaging fungal diseases across multiple fruit, cereal, and pulse crops.
• Suppresses mite populations: Acaricidal properties help control mites, reducing the need for separate miticide sprays.
• Vapour action reaches hidden areas: Sulphur fumes travel through the canopy to reach spores and pests hiding under leaves or in tight flower buds where spray droplets cannot reach.
• Dust-free and easy to handle: Micronized WDG formulation eliminates dust problems, reduces handling risk, and dissolves instantly in water without clogging nozzles.
• Low risk of leaf scorching: Advanced formulation minimizes the "lens effect" that causes leaf burn, unlike older sulphur dust products.
• Improves soil and plant nutrition: Sulphur from Hivet converts to sulphate in the soil, helping maintain optimal pH and improving uptake of other nutrients like zinc and iron.
• Supports yield and quality: Helps increase oil content in oilseeds, improves protein synthesis in pulses, and promotes healthier, more vigorous crop growth.

How It Works

HPM Hivet works through a multi-site contact mechanism. The sulphur particles adhere to the fungal cell wall and penetrate inside, where they disrupt the energy production process (electron transport chain) in the fungus's mitochondria. This stops the production of ATP, effectively starving the fungus and killing the spores. Because sulphur attacks the fungus at multiple points, it is very difficult for diseases to develop resistance against it.

In addition to direct contact action, Hivet also works through vapour phase action. The micronized sulphur particles continuously release fumes (sublimation) that travel through the air within the crop canopy. These fumes reach spores and mites hiding under leaves, in dense foliage, or inside tight flower clusters where liquid spray cannot reach. This dual action — contact plus vapour — provides more complete coverage and protection.

When Hivet washes off the plant into the soil, soil bacteria convert the sulphur into sulphate. Plant roots absorb this sulphate, which boosts growth, greenness, and oil production. This nutritional benefit makes Hivet more than just a fungicide — it also acts as a sulphur fertilizer that supports overall crop health.

Technical Specifications

Recommended Dosage & Application

Method of Application: Foliar spray using a knapsack or power sprayer with uniform coverage of both upper and lower leaf surfaces.

Spray Interval: Repeat every 10–15 days or as per disease incidence.

When to Use

Apply HPM Hivet at the first signs of disease or as a preventive spray when conditions favour disease development. Powdery mildew typically appears during warm, dry days with cool nights and high humidity. Scab infection is most common during wet, humid weather in spring and early summer.

For best results, spray in the early morning or late evening when temperatures are below 30°C. Avoid spraying during peak daytime heat, as high temperatures increase the risk of leaf scorching and reduce the effectiveness of the spray. Do not apply when strong winds are present to prevent spray drift.

Start applications at the early stage of disease appearance or before flowering in susceptible crops. Continue at 10–15 day intervals as needed based on disease pressure and weather conditions.

Step by Step Usage Instructions

• Step 1 – Prepare the solution: Use the "bucket method." Fill a small bucket with clean water and add the required quantity of Hivet granules. Stir well until the granules dissolve completely.
• Step 2 – Fill the spray tank: Pour the dissolved solution into your main spray tank filled with the required amount of water. Stir or agitate the tank to ensure even mixing.
• Step 3 – Check equipment: Ensure your sprayer nozzles are clean and not clogged. Hivet dissolves easily and should not clog nozzles when properly mixed.
• Step 4 – Apply the spray: Spray uniformly on the crop, covering both upper and lower surfaces of the leaves. Ensure thorough coverage of the entire canopy for maximum contact and vapour action.
• Step 5 – Use fresh solution: Apply the prepared spray solution immediately. Do not store the diluted mixture for extended periods.
• Step 6 – Clean equipment: After spraying, thoroughly wash all spray equipment with clean water.

Compatibility

HPM Hivet is generally compatible with most common fungicides and insecticides. However, there is one critical rule: NEVER mix Hivet with oil-based pesticides (EC formulations or horticultural oils). Do not apply Hivet within 14–21 days of an oil spray, as this combination can cause severe leaf burn (phytotoxicity).

Hivet can be used alongside insecticides like Acetamiprid (e.g., Baadshah) for combined protection against fungal diseases and sucking pests. Always perform a small physical compatibility test (jar test) before mixing with any new product. Avoid mixing with highly alkaline substances.

Precautions & Safety

• Personal protection: Always wear gloves, a mask, and goggles during handling and spraying. Wear full-body clothing to avoid skin contact.
• Avoid during heat: Do not spray when temperatures exceed 30°C to prevent leaf scorching and reduce evaporation loss.
• Wind conditions: Avoid spraying during strong winds to prevent spray drift to non-target areas.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, heat sources, food items, and animal feed. Keep out of reach of children and animals.
• Hygiene: Wash hands, face, and all exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water after handling or spraying. Wash equipment after use.
• Environmental care: Avoid spray drift towards water bodies, ponds, and non-target crops.

Side Effects & Phytotoxicity

Avoid using Hivet on sulphur-sensitive crop varieties such as certain cucurbits (melons) or apricots, especially during high-temperature conditions. Always test on a small area first if you are unsure about crop sensitivity. Do not apply during high temperatures (above 32°C) to avoid the risk of leaf scorching or phytotoxicity.

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