Valagro MC Extra is a concentrated, water-soluble seaweed-based plant biostimulant derived from Ascophyllum nodosum. It is designed to support balanced vegetative and reproductive growth, flowering, fruit setting, nutrient utilisation and crop performance during environmental stress.
MC Extra contains naturally derived compounds associated with seaweed extracts that support plant metabolism, cellular hydration and physiological activity. It can be incorporated into foliar and fertigation programs across fruit, vegetable, flower and field crops.
| Product Name | MC Extra |
|---|---|
| Brand | Valagro |
| Manufacturer | Valagro Biosciences Private Limited |
| Product Type | Seaweed-Based Plant Biostimulant |
| Technical Base | Ascophyllum nodosum Seaweed Extract |
| Formulation | Water-Soluble Microgranules |
| Application Method | Foliar Spray and Fertigation |
| Primary Use | Crop Growth, Flowering, Fruit Setting and Abiotic Stress Support |
| Recommended Crops | Fruit Crops, Vegetables, Grapes, Kiwi, Strawberry, Flowers and Row Crops |
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Seaweed Extract | Ascophyllum nodosum |
| Formulation | Water-Soluble Microgranules |
| Crop Group | Purpose / Application Stage |
|---|---|
| Stone Fruits | Early fruit development |
| Pome Fruits | Petal fall to fruit development |
| Grapes & Kiwi | Bud development to pre-flowering |
| Tomato, Chilli & Brinjal | Vegetative growth to pre-flowering |
| Cucumber & Courgette | Vegetative growth and flowering |
| Strawberry | Vegetative recovery and flowering |
| Flowers | Vegetative development to pre-flowering |
| Row Crops | Active vegetative development |
| Application Method | Recommended Dose |
|---|---|
| Foliar Spray | 200–400 g per acre |
| Per Litre of Water | 1–2 g |
| Per 15 Litre Spray Pump | 15–30 g |
| Fertigation | Approximately 800 g per acre where recommended |
| Crop | Dose / Acre | Dose / Litre | Application Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Fruits | 200–400 g | 1–2 g | Early fruit development |
| Pome Fruits | 200–400 g | 1–2 g | Petal fall to fruit development |
| Grapes & Kiwi | 200–400 g | 1–2 g | Bud development to pre-flowering |
| Tomato, Chilli & Brinjal | 200–400 g | 1–2 g | Vegetative growth to pre-flowering |
| Cucumber & Courgette | 200–400 g | 1–2 g | Vegetative growth and flowering |
| Strawberry | 200–400 g | 1–2 g | Vegetative recovery and flowering |
| Flowers | 200–400 g | 1–2 g | Vegetative development to pre-flowering |
| Row Crops | 200–400 g | 1–2 g | Active vegetative development |
Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed extract contains naturally derived compounds that interact with important plant physiological processes. MC Extra supports metabolic activity, cell hydration, nutrient utilisation and crop development during important vegetative and reproductive stages.
Its naturally occurring betaines and mannitol help support cellular water balance, while other seaweed-derived compounds support plant metabolism and physiological responses during periods of environmental stress.
Environmental factors such as drought, high temperature and salinity can interfere with normal crop development. MC Extra is used as part of crop-management programs to help plants maintain physiological activity under these challenging conditions.
For stress-management programs, application before severe stress develops can help provide physiological support during sensitive crop stages.
MC Extra can be applied around important reproductive stages to support flowering, fruit setting and early fruit development. Balanced vegetative and reproductive growth is important for maintaining crop productivity and fruit-development potential.
Healthy leaf activity is essential for crop growth and fruit development. MC Extra supports chlorophyll-related processes and helps maintain healthy physiological activity of crop foliage.
For foliar application, spraying during cooler morning or evening hours can help achieve uniform coverage and reduce rapid drying of the spray solution.
MC Extra can generally be applied 2–3 times at intervals of approximately 7–15 days, depending on crop requirements, growth stage and field conditions.
The final number and timing of applications should follow the crop-specific recommendation provided on the current product label.
MC Extra can be incorporated into crop nutrition programs, but tank-mix compatibility should always be checked before combining it with other agricultural inputs.
Valagro MC Extra is a water-soluble seaweed-based plant biostimulant derived from Ascophyllum nodosum.
It is used to support vegetative growth, flowering, fruit setting, nutrient utilisation and crop response to environmental stress.
The general foliar recommendation is 200–400 g per acre or approximately 1–2 g per litre of water.
At the general foliar concentration, approximately 15–30 g can be used in a 15-litre spray pump.
Yes. MC Extra can be applied through fertigation where recommended, with the final dose based on crop and label guidance.
MC Extra is used to support plant physiological activity during abiotic stress such as high temperature, drought and salinity.
Yes. Pre-flowering is one of the important application stages for several crops listed in the MC Extra program.
Yes. MC Extra supports reproductive development, including flowering, fruit setting and early fruit development.
Yes. It can be used on crops such as tomato, chilli, brinjal, cucumber and courgette according to crop recommendations.
Yes. It can be incorporated into crop programs for stone fruits, pome fruits, grapes, kiwi and strawberry.
Depending on crop requirements and growth stage, applications may generally be repeated 2–3 times at approximately 7–15 day intervals.
MC Extra is a seaweed-based plant biostimulant. It is intended to support plant physiology and crop development and is not a pesticide.
Valagro MC Extra is an Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed-based biostimulant that supports balanced crop growth, flowering, fruit setting, nutrient utilisation and physiological performance during abiotic stress. It can be integrated into foliar and fertigation programs across a wide range of agricultural and horticultural crops.
Disclaimer: The details provided are for informational guidance only. Always adhere to the recommended application instructions as stated on the product label and in the accompanying leaflet.
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