Difenso - Thiophanate-Methyl 70% WP - Mahindra Summit
Difenso - Thiophanate-Methyl 70% WP - Mahindra Summit
Difenso Fungicide by Mahindra Summit
Difenso contains thiophanate-methyl 70% WP. Difenso contains thiophanate-methyl, a Group 1 fungicide. Its mode of action disrupts fungal microtubule function and cell division.
Composition: thiophanate-methyl 70% WP.
Verified scope: The manufacturer’s crop-and-target pairings are listed below.
Before use: Confirm the product rate, water volume, method and waiting period on the supplied label.
Why Choose This Product? Key Benefits
- 🍈Papaya programme: Powdery mildew is specifically listed.
- 🍎Apple scab scope: The manufacturer names scab rather than all apple diseases.
- 🍅Tomato distinction: The verified tomato target is ring rot.
- 🍇Grape disease list: Powdery mildew, anthracnose and rust are separately retained.
- 📏Explicit mass rates: Four manufacturer crop rows identify product amounts in grams.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Mahindra Summit Agriscience Limited |
| Technical Name | thiophanate-methyl 70% WP |
| Mode-of-Action Group | FRAC 1 |
| Chemical Group | Methyl benzimidazole carbamate (MBC) |
| Formulation | WP: wettable powder |
| Toxicity Label | Follow the supplied pack warning panel and protective-equipment instructions. |
How It Works: Mode of Action
Difenso contains thiophanate-methyl, a Group 1 fungicide. Its mode of action disrupts fungal microtubule function and cell division.
- Cell-division target: Thiophanate-methyl acts through the MBC fungicide mechanism.
- Microtubule disruption: Interference with beta-tubulin assembly disrupts fungal mitosis.
- Resistance planning: Other FRAC 1 products share this target-site group, even when their brand names differ.
Changing brand names does not necessarily change the mode of action. Follow a crop-specific resistance-management plan and all limits on repeat applications.
Target Crops & Diseases
Mahindra’s Difenso recommendation table names the following crop-and-target pairings.
| Crop | Target Disease(s) |
|---|---|
| Papaya |
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| Apple |
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| Tomato |
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| Bottle gourd |
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| Grapes |
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Each target belongs only to its listed crop. Do not extend these recommendations to unlisted crops or assume that every listed target applies to every crop.
Dosage & Application Guide
Mahindra gives explicit gram-per-hectare rates for papaya, apple, tomato and bottle gourd. Water and waiting periods below are separately qualified formulation references from the government’s 30 September 2026 list, not a replacement for the current Difenso pack.
Dosage per Acre, Litre, & Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI)
| Crop | Product rate | Water volume | Method | PHI (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Papaya | 715 g/ha (about 289 g/acre) | 750–1000 L/ha* | Follow label | 4–8* |
| Apple | 715 g/ha (about 289 g/acre) | 750–1000 L/ha* | Follow label | 3* |
| Tomato | 715 g/ha (about 289 g/acre) | 750–1000 L/ha* | Follow label | 7* |
| Bottle gourd | 1430 g/ha (about 579 g/acre) | 750–1000 L/ha* | Follow label | 1* |
| Grapes | Confirm label unit | 750–1000 L/ha* | Follow label | 7* |
*Water and PHI are crop-paired references for thiophanate-methyl 70% WP in the government’s September 2026 major-use list. Confirm their applicability on the supplied Difenso label. Grape product-dose cells contain bare figures under a combined g/ml heading, so a product unit is not inferred. Water 750–1000 L/ha is about 304–405 L/acre.
PHI means the interval between the last application and harvest. An unverified waiting period does not mean zero days.
Confirm crop stage, equipment, repeat interval, maximum applications, re-entry and weather restrictions. No universal per-litre or tank recipe is inferred.
How to Apply: Best Practices
- Match the target: Check the full Difenso identity, crop and target against the supplied label.
- Measure correctly: Use the label’s explicit product unit and water volume; do not substitute a hectare quantity for an acre quantity.
- Follow the approved method: Use only the preparation, equipment and application route specified on the pack. Do not assume a tank mixture is permitted.
- Protect people and water: Wear the specified protective equipment and prevent drift or runoff into water and neighbouring crops.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is in Difenso?thiophanate-methyl 70% WP.
Which crops are listed?The manufacturer crop-and-target table above gives the verified scope. Check the supplied pack before deciding whether the product fits your crop.
What are the verified Difenso product rates?The manufacturer explicitly states 715 g/ha for papaya, apple and tomato, and 1430 g/ha for bottle gourd. The grape product unit needs label confirmation. Do not use one rate for every crop.
Can I mix it with another product?No tank-mixture approval is established here. Follow the current label and crop-specific advice.
Are the waiting periods exact Difenso-label directions?They are matching formulation-level government references: papaya 4–8 days, apple 3, tomato 7, bottle gourd 1 and grapes 7. Check the current Difenso pack before applying or harvesting.
Safety & Disclaimer
Before you use it: Read the current pack label and leaflet. Match the crop, target, rate, method, water volume and waiting period to that label. This product overview is not a replacement for the approved directions.
Wear the protective clothing and equipment specified on the pack. Avoid breathing spray or dust and avoid skin and eye contact. Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling; wash after work.
Keep the product in its original closed container, away from children, animals, food and feed. Prevent drift, spills and washings from reaching water. Do not reuse empty containers. If exposure or illness occurs, seek medical help and show the label.