Tata Epic Fungicide - Hexaconazole 75% WG Systemic

Tata Epic Hexaconazole 75% WG Systemic Fungicide

Tata Epic is a powerful broad-spectrum systemic fungicide containing Hexaconazole 75% WG. It belongs to the triazole group of fungicides and is designed for the management of several important fungal diseases in agricultural crops.

Epic is absorbed by plant tissues and works from within the plant. Its systemic action helps provide preventive as well as curative disease management. Hexaconazole acts by interfering with sterol biosynthesis in fungal pathogens, thereby restricting fungal growth, development and spore formation.

Product Specifications

Key Features of Tata Epic

• Broad-Spectrum Fungicide: Provides effective management of several important fungal diseases affecting field and horticultural crops.
• Systemic Action: Hexaconazole is absorbed by the plant and provides protection from within plant tissues.
• Preventive Action: Helps protect healthy plant tissues against the establishment of susceptible fungal pathogens.
• Curative Action: Helps control fungal infection during the early stages of disease development.
• Antisporulant Activity: Helps restrict fungal spore production and reduces further spread of susceptible diseases.
• High-Concentration Formulation: Contains 75% Hexaconazole in a convenient Water Dispersible Granule formulation.
• Low Application Quantity: The highly concentrated WG formulation requires a relatively small quantity of product per acre compared with lower-concentration formulations.
• Crop Health Support: Effective fungal disease management helps maintain healthier and greener foliage.

How Tata Epic Works

Hexaconazole belongs to the Sterol Biosynthesis Inhibitor group of fungicides. It inhibits the formation of ergosterol, an essential component required for normal development of fungal cell membranes.

When ergosterol production is interrupted, fungal growth and reproduction are restricted. This helps stop disease development and protects plant tissues from further infection.

Mode of Action

• Systemic: Absorbed by treated plant tissues.
• Preventive: Helps stop fungal infection before significant disease development.
• Curative: Acts against early-stage fungal infection.
• Eradicant: Helps suppress established susceptible fungal growth.
• Antisporulant: Helps reduce fungal spore production and spread.

Recommended Crops & Target Diseases

Note: Always use Tata Epic only on crops and diseases mentioned on the latest registered product label.

Recommended Dosage

Important: The exact dose, water volume, number of applications and spray interval must be taken from the current Tata Epic label/leaflet. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.

Application Method

1. Inspect the crop for early symptoms of fungal disease.
2. Measure the required quantity of Tata Epic according to the product label.
3. Take a small quantity of clean water in a separate container.
4. Add the measured fungicide and mix thoroughly to prepare a uniform slurry.
5. Half-fill the spray tank with clean water.
6. Add the prepared mixture into the spray tank while stirring.
7. Add the remaining required water and mix properly.
8. Apply uniformly over the crop using a suitable agricultural sprayer.
9. Ensure good coverage of leaves and disease-affected plant parts.

Benefits of Tata Epic Fungicide

• Provides broad-spectrum fungal disease management.
• Systemic movement helps protect treated plant tissues.
• Provides preventive and curative activity.
• Helps control sheath blight and sheath rot in paddy.
• Helps manage tikka leaf spot and rust in groundnut.
• Useful against powdery mildew, anthracnose and leaf spot in chilli.
• Helps reduce disease-related crop damage.
• High-concentration WG formulation offers convenient handling and application.
• Useful as part of an Integrated Disease Management programme.

Tata Epic for Paddy

In paddy, Tata Epic can be used according to label recommendations for fungal diseases such as Sheath Blight and Sheath Rot. Timely application during the early stages of infection helps restrict disease development and protects healthy crop tissues.

Tata Epic for Groundnut

In groundnut, Hexaconazole 75% WG is useful for controlling important fungal diseases such as Tikka Leaf Spot and Rust. Effective disease management helps maintain healthy foliage required for crop growth and pod development.

Tata Epic for Chilli

In chilli, Tata Epic can help manage fungal diseases including Powdery Mildew, Anthracnose and Leaf Spot when used according to the registered recommendation.

Best Time for Application

• Apply preventively where disease occurrence is expected.
• For curative use, apply during the early stages of disease development.
• Regularly inspect the crop for fungal disease symptoms.
• Prefer application during calm weather.
• Avoid spraying during strong wind.
• Avoid application immediately before heavy rainfall.

Resistance Management

Hexaconazole belongs to FRAC Group 3. Repeated use of fungicides with the same mode of action can increase the risk of fungal resistance.

• Avoid unnecessary repeated applications of Hexaconazole.
• Rotate with suitable fungicides belonging to different FRAC groups.
• Follow the maximum number of applications mentioned on the product label.
• Use recommended cultural and crop sanitation practices.
• Follow an Integrated Disease Management programme wherever possible.

Safety Precautions

• Use only for agricultural purposes.
• Read the product label and leaflet carefully before application.
• Wear protective gloves, clothing, mask and suitable eye protection while handling the product.
• Avoid inhalation of fungicide dust or spray mist.
• Avoid contact with skin, eyes and mouth.
• Do not eat, drink or smoke while mixing or spraying.
• Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after application.
• Keep children and animals away from the product and treated area as specified on the label.
• Avoid contamination of ponds, streams and other water sources.
• Do not reuse empty pesticide containers for household purposes.

Storage Instructions

• Store Tata Epic in its original sealed package.
• Keep in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.
• Protect from direct sunlight, excessive heat and moisture.
• Keep separately from food, animal feed and drinking water.
• Keep out of reach of children and animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tata Epic Fungicide?

Tata Epic is a systemic fungicide containing Hexaconazole 75% WG for the management of susceptible fungal diseases in agricultural crops.

What is the technical composition of Tata Epic?

Tata Epic contains Hexaconazole 75% WG.

Is Tata Epic systemic or contact?

Tata Epic is primarily a systemic fungicide. The active ingredient is absorbed into plant tissues and provides internal disease protection.

Which fungicide group does Tata Epic belong to?

Hexaconazole is a triazole / DMI fungicide belonging to FRAC Group 3.

Which diseases does Tata Epic control in paddy?

It is commonly recommended for fungal diseases including Sheath Blight and Sheath Rot in paddy.

Can Tata Epic be used in groundnut?

Yes. Hexaconazole 75% WG is used for diseases such as Tikka Leaf Spot and Rust in groundnut according to label recommendations.

Can Tata Epic be used in chilli?

Yes. It can be used against susceptible fungal diseases such as Leaf Spot, Anthracnose and Powdery Mildew according to the registered recommendation.

What is the dosage of Tata Epic?

A commonly listed recommendation for Hexaconazole 75% WG on paddy, groundnut and chilli is approximately 30 gm per acre. Always follow the exact crop-specific dosage printed on the current Tata Epic packet.

What is WG formulation?

WG stands for Water Dispersible Granules. The granules disperse in water to form a spray suspension suitable for agricultural application.

Does Tata Epic have preventive and curative action?

Yes. Hexaconazole provides preventive and curative fungicidal activity and also has eradicant and antisporulant properties.

Disclaimer

The information above is intended for product-page and general agricultural awareness purposes. Always read and follow the latest Tata Epic product label and leaflet regarding registered crops, target diseases, dosage, water volume, spray interval, waiting period, compatibility and safety precautions. Use fungicides responsibly and according to applicable agricultural recommendations.