Swal Delma Fungicide – Azoxystrobin 8.3% + Mancozeb 66.7% WG for Chilli & Grapes

Swal Delma is a broad-spectrum fungicide from SWAL Corporation Ltd that combines two powerful active ingredients — Azoxystrobin 8.3% and Mancozeb 66.7% — in a Water Dispersible Granule (WG) formulation. This dual-action combination gives farmers both systemic and contact protection against a wide range of fungal diseases in crops like chilli and grapes. The product is designed to control leaf spot, anthracnose, downy mildew, and powdery mildew, which are among the most damaging fungal problems in these horticultural crops.

What makes Delma stand out is its Raincoat Technology, which improves resistance to wash-off. This means the fungicide stays effective on the crop even in wet or rainy conditions, giving farmers longer-lasting protection. The WG formulation also ensures dust-free handling and quick, uniform dispersion in water, making mixing and spraying simple and safe. Delma works both as a preventive measure and as a curative treatment at the onset of disease symptoms, giving farmers flexibility in how and when they use it.

This fungicide is a practical choice for chilli and grape growers who face repeated fungal pressure. With a recommended dose of 600 gm per acre (3 gm per litre of water) applied as a foliar spray, Delma offers dependable, broad-spectrum disease control that helps protect crop health and support better yields.

Key Benefits

• Broad-spectrum disease control: Effectively manages leaf spot, anthracnose, downy mildew, and powdery mildew in chilli and grapes.
• Dual-mode action: Combines systemic (Azoxystrobin) and contact (Mancozeb) properties for comprehensive protection against fungal diseases.
• Raincoat Technology: Resists wash-off by rain, keeping the fungicide effective even in wet field conditions.
• Long-lasting protection: Extended residual action helps keep crops protected for a longer period between sprays.
• Preventive and curative use: Can be applied at the onset of symptoms or as a preventive measure for flexible disease management.
• Dust-free WG formulation: Water Dispersible Granules mix quickly and uniformly in water, making application easy and safe.
• Resistance management: Multisite action helps reduce the risk of fungal resistance developing over repeated use.

How It Works

Swal Delma works through a combination of two complementary modes of action. Azoxystrobin is a systemic fungicide that is absorbed by the plant and moves within the plant tissues. It works by inhibiting mitochondrial respiration in fungal cells, which stops the fungus from producing energy and prevents it from growing and spreading. This systemic movement means Azoxystrobin can protect parts of the plant that were not directly sprayed.

Mancozeb, on the other hand, is a contact fungicide with multisite action. It stays on the surface of the plant and forms a protective barrier that prevents fungal spores from germinating and infecting the plant tissue. Because Mancozeb acts at multiple sites in the fungal cell, it is very difficult for fungi to develop resistance against it.

Together, these two active ingredients provide both surface protection and internal protection. The Raincoat Technology further enhances this by improving the adherence of the product to the plant surface, so it remains effective even when exposed to rain or irrigation. This combined action ensures that the crop is protected from multiple angles, making Delma a reliable choice for managing fungal diseases in chilli and grapes.

Technical Specifications

Recommended Dosage & Application

General dosage: 600 gm per acre, which equals 3 gm per litre of water.

Application method: Apply as a foliar spray, ensuring thorough coverage of the crop canopy. Mix the recommended dosage with water for uniform application.

When to Use

For best results, apply SWAL Delma at the onset of disease symptoms or as a preventive measure before disease pressure builds up. Early application helps stop fungal diseases from establishing and spreading in the crop.

• Use at the first visible signs of leaf spot, anthracnose, downy mildew, or powdery mildew.
• For preventive protection, apply before or during conditions favourable for fungal disease development, such as high humidity, rainfall, or dense crop canopy.
• Because of its Raincoat Technology, Delma remains effective even in wet conditions, making it suitable for use during monsoon or humid seasons.

Step by Step Usage Instructions

1. Measure the dose: Take 600 gm of Delma per acre of crop.
2. Prepare the spray solution: Mix 3 gm of Delma in 1 litre of clean water. For larger areas, scale up the quantity proportionally.
3. Stir well: Mix the granules thoroughly in water until they disperse completely for a uniform solution.
4. Fill the sprayer: Pour the prepared solution into a clean sprayer tank.
5. Apply as foliar spray: Spray evenly over the crop canopy, ensuring good coverage of all plant parts, especially the undersides of leaves where fungal spores often develop.
6. Wear safety gear: Use gloves, a mask, and protective clothing while mixing and spraying.
7. Clean equipment: Rinse the sprayer thoroughly after use and dispose of leftover solution safely away from water bodies.

Precautions & Safety

• Wear protective gloves, a mask, and protective clothing while handling and spraying the product.
• Avoid inhalation of dust or spray mist during mixing and application.
• Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling the product.
• Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water after application.
• Keep the product away from food, feed, and drinking water.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
• Avoid spraying near water bodies, ponds, or aquatic areas to prevent contamination.
• Always follow the label instructions strictly.

PHI / REI & Storage

Store SWAL Delma in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed when not in use and store it out of reach of children and away from food items.