Nichino SHADOW Fungicide (Azoxystrobin 18.2% + Difenoconazole 11.4% SC)

Nichino SHADOW is a next-generation systemic fungicide that combines the powerful dual-action formula of Azoxystrobin 18.2% + Difenoconazole 11.4% SC. It offers broad-spectrum control of fungal diseases across multiple crops and provides both preventive and curative protection. SHADOW effectively controls major diseases such as rice blast, sheath blight, powdery mildew, and fruit rot. It enhances nutrient uptake, reduces abiotic stress, and promotes vigorous crop growth, ensuring higher yields and improved grain or fruit quality for farmers.

Product Specifications

Technical Name	Azoxystrobin 18.2% + Difenoconazole 11.4% SC
Formulation Type	Suspension Concentrate (SC)
Mode of Action	Systemic – Preventive and Curative
Recommended Crops	Chilli, Tomato, Paddy (Rice), Maize, Wheat, Cotton, Turmeric, Onion, Sugarcane
Target Diseases	Blast, Sheath Blight, Fruit Rot, Powdery Mildew, Blight, Downy Mildew, Rust, Leaf Spot, Red Rot, Smut, Leaf Blotch, Rhizome Rot
Dosage	200 ml per acre

Mode of Action

Azoxystrobin: Inhibits fungal respiration by blocking electron transport in mitochondria, stopping spore germination and fungal growth.
Difenoconazole: Inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis in fungal cell membranes, disrupting cell structure and halting disease spread.
Dual mechanism prevents infection, halts existing disease progression, and delays fungal resistance development.

Key Features & Benefits

Broad-Spectrum Control: Provides effective protection against a wide range of fungal diseases.
Dual Systemic Activity: Offers both preventive and curative action within the plant system.
Long-Lasting Protection: Ensures extended residual activity and season-long crop safety.
Improved Crop Health: Enhances nutrient absorption and tolerance to abiotic stress.
Better Yield & Quality: Promotes higher yield with improved fruit and grain quality.

Target Diseases

Disease	Examples
Fungal Diseases	Blast, Sheath Blight, Fruit Rot, Powdery Mildew, Blight, Downy Mildew, Rust, Leaf Spot, Red Rot, Smut, Leaf Blotch, Rhizome Rot

Recommended Crops & Dosage

Crop	Target Diseases	Recommended Dosage
Paddy (Rice)	Blast, Sheath Blight	200 ml/acre
Tomato	Early & Late Blight	200 ml/acre
Chilli	Fruit Rot, Powdery Mildew	200 ml/acre
Wheat	Rust, Leaf Blotch	200 ml/acre
Turmeric	Rhizome Rot	200 ml/acre
Onion	Purple Blotch, Downy Mildew	200 ml/acre
Sugarcane	Red Rot, Smut	200 ml/acre

Application Guidelines

Apply as a foliar spray at the early stage of disease infection or as a preventive measure.
Use 200–250 litres of water per acre for thorough coverage.
Repeat application every 10–15 days based on disease pressure and weather conditions.
Avoid spraying during windy or rainy conditions to ensure maximum effectiveness.