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Score - Difenoconazole 25% EC - Syngenta
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Syngenta Score Fungicide: The Ultimate Guide to Difenoconazole 25% EC
Discover how Syngenta Score® acts as a powerful "yield polisher" for high-value crops like apples, grapes, and vegetables.
Fungal diseases like Scab, Blight, and Mildew can destroy your harvest overnight. Syngenta Score® (Difenoconazole 25 EC) is the trusted industry standard for systemic disease control. It doesn't just sit on the leaf; it penetrates deep inside to cure infections and protect new growth, ensuring your produce remains spotless and market-ready.
Best For: Farmers seeking A-Grade quality in Apples, Pomegranates, Grapes, and Solanaceous vegetables.
Why Choose This Product? Key Benefits
- ⏱️ Rapid Absorption: Enters the plant system within 30 minutes to 2 hours, ensuring fast action.
- ?️ Dual Action: Works as both a Preventive (stops disease before it starts) and Curative (stops disease after infection).
- ⏳ Long-Lasting Control: Creates a reservoir inside the leaf for sustained protection against new fungal attacks.
- ?️ Excellent Rainfastness: Unlike powder sprays, Score is rainfast within 2 hours, making it perfect for the monsoon season.
- ? The "Greening Effect": Known as a "Yield Polisher," it improves crop shine and quality, fetching better market prices.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Score® Fungicide |
| Technical Name | Difenoconazole 25% EC |
| IRAC MoA Code | Group 3 (DMI Fungicide) |
| Chemical Group | Triazole |
| Formulation | Emulsifiable Concentrate (Liquid) |
| Toxicity Label | Blue Label (Moderately Toxic) |
How It Works: Mode of Action
Score belongs to the Sterol Biosynthesis Inhibitor (SBI) class. It stops the fungus from building its cell walls.
- Penetration: The chemical rapidly penetrates the leaf surface (translaminar action) and moves to the other side.
- Blockade: It blocks the production of "ergosterol," which fungi need to keep their cell membranes intact.
- Elimination: Without ergosterol, the fungal cells collapse and die, stopping the spread of disease instantly.
Note: It moves upwards (acropetal) in the plant, protecting new leaves that grow after spraying.
Target Crops & Pests
| Crop | Target Pest(s) |
|---|---|
| Apple & Pears | Scab (Venturia), Powdery Mildew |
| Tomato, Potato & Chilli | Early Blight, Fruit Rot, Die-back |
| Grapes & Pomegranate | Anthracnose (Bird's Eye Spot), Powdery Mildew |
| Rice, Groundnut & Cumin | Sheath Blight, Leaf Spot (Tikka), Rust |
Dosage & Application Guide
The Golden Rule: Always follow the "Dose per Acre" for accurate results.
Dosage per Acre, Litre, & Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI)
| Crop | Dose (ml / Acre) | Water (L / Acre) | Dose (ml / Litre) | PHI (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | 30 - 40 ml | 200 L | 0.15 - 0.2 ml | 14 Days |
| Grapes | 50 - 60 ml | 200 L | 0.3 ml | 10 Days |
| Chilli / Tomato | 100 - 150 ml | 200 L | 0.5 - 0.75 ml | 7 - 15 Days |
| Rice (Paddy) | 100 - 120 ml | 500 L | 0.2 - 0.3 ml | 25 Days |
| Onion | 200 ml | 200 L | 1.0 ml | 21 Days |
*PHI = Pre-Harvest Interval: The minimum number of days to wait between the last spray and harvesting to ensure safe residue levels.
How to Apply: Best Practices
- Timing: Apply preventively (at Pink Bud stage for apples) or at the very first sign of disease spots for best results.
- Mixing: Compatible with Amistar, Karate, and most foliar fertilizers. Do not mix with Copper fungicides.
- Coverage: Use 150-200 Liters of water per acre. Use Hollow Cone nozzles to ensure the mist covers the undersides of leaves.
- Safety: Always wear PPE (gloves, mask, goggles). Wash hands thoroughly after use.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is Syngenta Score rainfast?
Yes, Score is absorbed into the plant within 2 hours. If it
rains 2 hours after spraying, you do not need to respray.
2. Does Score cure Apple Scab?
Yes, it is highly effective against Apple Scab (Venturia)
and has curative action ("kick-back") of up to 96
hours after infection.
3. Can I mix Score with other pesticides?
Yes, it mixes well with insecticides like Karate
(Lambda-cyhalothrin) and fungicides like Amistar. Avoid mixing
with Copper-based products.
4. What is the price of Syngenta Score?
It is a premium product. While prices vary by region,
a 250ml bottle typically ranges between ₹760 - ₹1,200 depending on
the market.
5. Does it help with crop quality?
Absolutely. Farmers call it a "Yield Polisher"
because it keeps fruits like apples and pomegranates
spotless, shiny, and high-value.
Safety & Disclaimer
Always read and follow the instructions on the official product label. The information provided here is for guidance only. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) during application. Difenoconazole is toxic to aquatic life; do not spray near water bodies.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C