Kocide 2000 by Corteva

Kocide 2000 by Corteva

Kocide 2000 by Corteva is a broad-spectrum contact fungicide formulated with Copper Hydroxide 53.8% DF. This product is engineered with a uniform particle size, which ensures comprehensive coverage on plant surfaces, leading to effective disease control. Kocide 2000 is a reliable tool for managing a variety of fungal and bacterial diseases, offering a protective barrier for crops and an ideal fit for integrated disease management strategies.

Key Features & Benefits

• Broad-Spectrum Contact Action: Provides effective control against a wide range of fungal and bacterial diseases by forming a protective layer on the plant surface.

• Uniform Particle Size: Ensures even and thorough coverage of the crop, maximizing surface area contact and enhancing fungicidal efficacy.

• Superior Suspension: Designed with excellent suspension properties, preventing settling in the spray tank and ensuring consistent application.

• Extended Protection: Releases copper ions slowly, providing longer-lasting residual control against pathogens.

• Multisite Mode of Action: Copper ions interfere with various vital biological processes within the pathogen, making it difficult for resistance to develop.

• IDM Compatible: An ideal tool for integrated disease management programs, offering a robust protective option.

Technical & Application Details

Active Ingredient: Copper Hydroxide 53.8% DF (Dry Flowable)
Mode of Action: Protectant fungicide with multisite activity; Cu+2 ions interfere with fungal and bacterial biomolecules, affecting proteins, enzymes, energy transport, and membranes.
Formulation: Dry Flowable (DF)
Manufacturer: Corteva

Target Crops & Diseases:

• Rice (Paddy): False Smut, Bacterial Leaf Blight

• Grapes: Downy Mildew

• Chilli: Anthracnose

• Potato: Late Blight

Recommended Dosage:

• Rice: 400 gm per acre in 200 liters of water.

• Chilli, Grape, Potato: 600 gm per acre in 200 liters of water.

• General Recommendation: 3 gm per liter of water (45 gm per 15-liter pump, 450 gm per acre).

Application Guidance:
Apply Kocide 2000 preventively to create a protective barrier on the plant surface before disease infection. Ensure thorough and uniform spray coverage for optimal efficacy. Always refer to and follow the complete instructions, safety precautions, and disposal methods on the official product label.