Tropical Tagron Metalaxyl 35% WS - Systemic Fungicide

Tagron 35 WS is a highly active, systemic seed dressing fungicide formulated with 35% Metalaxyl (350 g/kg). Specially developed for wet slurry application, it penetrates seeds and protects emerging seedlings against destructive fungal pathogens such as Downy Mildew, Phytophthora blight, and rots.

Tagron works by inhibiting ribosomal RNA synthesis in target fungi, stopping disease progression before it reaches the crop’s vascular system. This ensures prolonged protection, supporting healthy crop establishment and better yields.

It is widely used on maize, bajra, sorghum, sunflower, groundnut, vegetables, grapes, pepper, and potatoes. Tagron is particularly effective for both pre-emergent and post-emergent damping-off diseases caused by Pythium and Phytophthora.

For more insights on effective seed protection methods, visit our Seed Treatment Solutions page. According to ICAR 2022, proper seed treatment can reduce fungal seed-borne diseases by up to 80%.

Key Benefits

• Provides systemic, long-lasting protection against seed- and soil-borne diseases.
• Highly effective against Downy Mildew and Phytophthora species.
• Improves crop germination and early vigour.
• Minimises damping-off losses in susceptible crops.
• Easy to apply using standard commercial seed dressing equipment.
• Maintains disease control in treated seeds for up to 12 weeks under cool, dry storage.

Technical Specifications

Recommended Crops & Target Diseases

Step-by-Step Usage Instructions

1. Wear gloves, mask, and protective clothing before handling.
2. Prepare a wet slurry by mixing 750 ml–1 litre of water per 100 kg seeds.
3. Add the required quantity of Tagron 35 WS to the slurry.
4. Treat seeds in a seed dressing drum or commercial seed treater.
5. Mix until seeds are uniformly coated.
6. Dry seeds in shade before sowing; avoid direct sunlight.
7. Sow within 12 weeks for best disease protection.

Safety & Precautions

• Store in original packaging in a cool, dry place.
• Avoid inhalation or direct skin contact during handling.
• Prevent contamination of ponds, rivers, or drinking water sources.
• Wash hands, face, and equipment after use.
• In case of ingestion, seek medical help immediately; no specific antidote—treat symptomatically.