Bayer Folicur Fungicide: A Complete Guide to Technical Name, Dosage, Uses and Benefits

Introduction of Bayer Folicur Fungicide

Crop protection plays a crucial role in achieving high yield and quality produce. Fungal diseases are one of the major threats that affect crop growth and ultimately reduce farmers’ profits. One of the most trusted fungicides for controlling a wide range of fungal diseases in India is Bayer Folicur Fungicide. Known for its preventive and curative action, Folicur offers long-lasting protection against deadly fungal attacks.

This blog explains everything you need to know about Bayer Folicur Fungicide, including its technical name, dosage, dose per acre, dose per litre, content, uses, and benefits.

What is Bayer Folicur Fungicide?

Bayer Folicur is a systemic fungicide widely used to control various fungal diseases such as rust, sheath blight, powdery mildew, leaf spot, and scab across multiple crops. Its rapid action helps stop disease development and protects crops for a longer duration. Farmers trust Folicur due to its reliable performance and broad disease control spectrum.

Technical Name of Bayer Folicur Fungicide

The technical name (active ingredient) of Bayer Folicur Fungicide is:

Tebuconazole 250 EC (25.9% w/w)
It belongs to the Triazole (DMI) group of fungicides, known for systemic and long-lasting action.

Bayer Folicur Fungicide Content

Bayer Folicur contains:

• Technical Content: Tebuconazole 25.9%
  
• Formulation Type: EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
  
• Mode of Action: Systemic fungicide with protective, curative, and eradicative properties
  

This means the product not only prevents fungal infections but also cures existing diseases and stops further spread.

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Bayer Folicur Fungicide Dosage

The dosage of Bayer Folicur depends on crop type and disease intensity. Below is the standard recommended dose:

Bayer Folicur Fungicide Dose Per Litre of Water

• 1.5 to 2 ml per litre of water
  

Depending on crop canopies, farmers may mix 200–300 ml of Folicur in 200 litres of water per acre to achieve effective coverage.

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How to Use Bayer Folicur Fungicide?

Follow these guidelines for best results:

1. Mix the recommended dose of Folicur in water.
   
2. Ensure uniform spraying on leaves, stems, and affected areas.
   
3. Use a Knapsack Sprayer, Foot Sprayer, or Battery Sprayer.
   
4. Prefer spraying during early morning or late afternoon.
   
5. Avoid spraying during high wind or rainfall.
   

Bayer Folicur Fungicide Uses

It is effective on a wide range of crops. Below are its major uses:

Wide Crop Coverage

• Cereals (Paddy, Wheat, Maize)
  
• Pulses and Oilseeds (Soybean, Groundnut)
  
• Fruits (Apple, Grapes, Banana)
  
• Vegetables (Chilli, Tomato, Cucumber)
  
• Commercial crops (Sugarcane, Cotton)
  

Diseases Controlled by Bayer Folicur

• 
  Rust (Pod blight)(Wheat, Soybean, Groundnut)
  
• Sheath Blight (Paddy)
  
• Anthracnose (Chilli, Fruits)
  
• Powdery Mildew (Grapes, Cucurbits)
  
• Leaf Spot(Groundnut, Cotton, Vegetables)
  
• Scab (Apple)
  

Benefits of Bayer Folicur Fungicide

Using Bayer Folicur provides multiple agronomic and economic benefits:

1. Broad-Spectrum Disease Control

Folicur targets multiple fungal diseases affecting crops at different growth stages.

2. Systemic Action

Once absorbed, it travels through the plant’s vascular system, protecting internal and newly formed plant tissues.

3. Both Preventive and Curative

Folicur prevents fungal infection, cures existing disease, and removes hidden infections.

4. Improves Yield and Quality

By keeping crops disease-free, it enhances yield quantity and improves fruit & grain quality, ensuring better market prices.

5. Long-Lasting Protection

Its prolonged effect reduces the number of sprays required, saving cost and labor.

6. Rainfast Properties

Once absorbed, rainfall does not reduce its effectiveness, making it suitable for unpredictable weather conditions.

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Safety Precautions While Using Bayer Folicur

• Wear gloves, mask, and protective clothing during spraying.
  
• Avoid spraying against wind direction.
  
• Keep the product away from children and livestock.
  
• Wash hands and equipment thoroughly after spraying.
  

Final Opinion

Bayer Folicur Fungicide is one of the most reliable fungicides for farmers due to its systemic action, wide disease control, and long-lasting protection. It not only cures existing fungal infections but also prevents future outbreaks. Suitable for multiple crops and effective even under challenging weather conditions, Folicur ensures healthy crops and profitable returns.

If you are looking for a potent fungicide to protect crops from rust, blights, mildew, and leaf spots, Bayer Folicur is a smart and economical choice.

Also Read: About Folicur Fungicide on the BAYER Site