Ratna Argos
Kresoxim-Methyl 44.3% SC
Ratna Argos (Kresoxim-Methyl 44.3% SC) is a systemic strobilurin fungicide from Ratnakar India Ltd, Ahmedabad — India's trusted agrochemical manufacturer, supplier, and exporter. Kresoxim-Methyl inhibits mitochondrial respiration at complex III (QoI fungicide) with translaminar and vapour phase activity, controlling Blast, Blight, Powdery Mildew, Downy Mildew, Rust, Fruit Rot, and Leaf Spot on paddy, chilies, grapes, soybean, potato, cotton, wheat, maize, and tea. Ratna Argos provides excellent plant health benefits in addition to disease control. Manufactured and exported by Ratnakar India from Gujarat, Ratna Argos is a premium modern strobilurin fungicide.
| Mode of Action | Translaminar and vapor actions |
|---|---|
| Major Crops | Paddy, Chilies, Grapes, Soybean, Potato, Cotton, Wheat, Maize and Tea |
| Target Diseases | Blast, Blight, Powdery mildew, Downey mildew, Grey mildew, Fruit rot, Die back, Rust and Leaf spot |
| Packing | 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 Ltr |
FAQ for Ratna Argos
How does Kresoxim-Methyl in Ratna Argos work?
Kresoxim-Methyl is a QoI (quinone outside inhibitor) strobilurin inhibiting mitochondrial complex III electron transport, blocking fungal energy production with translaminar and vapour phase activity.
What diseases does Ratna Argos control?
Ratna Argos controls Blast, Blight, Powdery Mildew, Downy Mildew, Grey Mildew, Fruit Rot, Die Back, Rust, and Leaf Spot on paddy, chilies, grapes, soybean, potato, cotton, wheat, maize, and tea.
Does Ratna Argos provide plant health benefits?
Yes, Kresoxim-Methyl strobilurins like Ratna Argos are known to provide plant health benefits — improved chlorophyll retention, better nitrogen utilisation, and enhanced stress tolerance leading to better yields.
What is the translaminar activity of Ratna Argos?
Kresoxim-Methyl in Ratna Argos has translaminar movement — it penetrates leaf tissue and redistributes within leaves — providing protection on the underside of leaves not directly hit by spray.
How should Ratna Argos be used in resistance management?
Strobilurin (QoI) resistance is common in some pathogens. Ratna Argos should be rotated with fungicides of different chemical classes (DMI, SDHI, multi-site) for sustainable disease management.