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Prestige 250, manufactured by Conquest Australia, is a systemic fungicide formulated with the active ingredient propiconazole. It's primarily used as a preventative and curative fungicide to control a range of fungal diseases in various crops, including:

• Cereals: Wheat, barley, oats, triticale

• Horticulture: Grapes, apples, pears, stone fruits, vegetables (brassicas, onions, potatoes)

• Legumes: Peanuts, chickpeas, peas

Key Functions:

• Systemic action: Propiconazole is absorbed by the plant and translocates within the plant tissues, providing protection throughout the plant against fungal infections.

• Preventative and curative activity: Offers protection against new infections and has some curative effect against established fungal problems.

• Broad-spectrum control: Effective against a wide range of fungal diseases, including:

  • Foliar diseases: Powdery mildew, rusts, leaf spots, anthracnose

  • Ear diseases: Head smut, bunt (in wheat)

Benefits:

• Versatile and effective: Controls a wide range of fungal diseases across various crops.

• Systemic action: Provides protection throughout the plant, offering broader disease control.

• Preventative and curative: Offers both preventative and curative properties, allowing for flexibility in disease management.

Considerations:

• Potential for resistance: Overuse of propiconazole can lead to resistance development in fungal populations. It's crucial to follow resistance management strategies and rotate fungicides with different modes of action.

• Environmental impact: Propiconazole can be harmful to some beneficial organisms and aquatic environments. Use responsibly and follow label instructions to minimize environmental impact.

• Limited curative activity: While it has some curative effect, early application for preventative control is generally recommended for optimal results.

Safety and Handling:

• Classified as hazardous according to health criteria.

• Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. Can cause eye irritation.

• Always wear appropriate PPE (gloves, goggles, protective clothing) when handling and applying the product.

• Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed safety information and first-aid procedures.

Additional Notes:

• Application: Prestige 250 is applied as a foliar spray using appropriate application equipment.

• Mixing and compatibility: Always refer to the label for specific mixing instructions and compatibility information with other crop protection products.

• Read and follow the label instructions carefully to ensure safe and effective use of the product.