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V3Validamycin 3% L Rice Sheath Blight Fungicide
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Product details
V3 Fungicide by Krishi Rasayan
A validamycin antibiotic fungicide for sheath blight in rice. Its labelled spray programme is specific to this crop and disease.
Composition: Validamycin 3% L, an antibiotic fungicide.
Crop and disease: Rice / paddy sheath blight.
Before application: Follow the exact pack leaflet for dose, harvest restrictions and safe use.
Why Choose This Product? Key Benefits
- 🌾Defined rice use: The branded leaflet specifically identifies rice sheath blight.
- 🦠Antibiotic active: Validamycin acts against the fungus responsible for the listed disease.
- 💧Liquid formulation: The L formulation is measured and diluted for the stated spray programme.
- ⚖️Paired product and water: The leaflet gives both product quantity and water per hectare.
- 📅Harvest awareness: A stated waiting condition helps plan treatment before harvesting rice.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Krishi Rasayan / V3 (V-3) |
| Technical Name | Validamycin 3% L |
| Product Type | Antibiotic fungicide |
| Formulation | L – liquid |
| FRAC Group | U18 – glucopyranosyl antibiotic |
| Verified Use | Rice / paddy: sheath blight |
How It Works: Mode of Action
Validamycin is an antibiotic active used against the sheath-blight fungus. FRAC places it in Group U18; its detailed mode of action remains unclassified, with inhibition of trehalase proposed.
- Application: The diluted product is applied by the spray equipment and directions stated on the label.
- Effect on the fungus: The manufacturer describes abnormal branching and suppression of fungal growth.
- Disease management: Treatment is used within a rice sheath-blight programme, together with crop monitoring and appropriate field management.
Use V3 only for the rice sheath-blight programme on its current label. Another validamycin brand uses the same active ingredient and is not a different-group resistance-management option.
Target Crops & Diseases
The exact branded V-3 leaflet supports the following crop and disease pairing.
| Crop | Target Disease(s) |
|---|---|
| Rice / paddy |
|
Do not extend this recommendation to other diseases, other crops or a soil-drench programme. Follow the supplied product label for the treatment being used.
Dosage & Application Guide
The table follows the linked V-3 brand leaflet, not the smaller acre-rate summary published on the manufacturer webpage.
Verified Dose, Water & Harvest Interval
| Crop / target | Product dose | Water volume | Method | Harvest condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rice / sheath blight | About 809 ml/acre | About 304 L/acre | Foliar spray | See 14-day note |
Original leaflet quantities: 2,000 ml of product per hectare diluted in 750 L water per hectare. The acre quantities are rounded conversions of that same programme.
The leaflet waiting-period entry states that there should be no residues on paddy grain and straw 14 days before harvest. Do not treat this as a residue-free guarantee or spray close to harvest; verify the precise waiting directions on the supplied current pack. The linked leaflet states an optimal re-entry period of 24 hours.
Do not calculate a universal tank dose or assume a repeat-spray interval. Confirm application timing, maximum use, mixing instructions and any stricter current harvest or re-entry requirement from the supplied pack before treatment.
How to Apply: Best Practices
- Check the diagnosis: Confirm that sheath blight is the problem in the rice crop and that the current pack lists this use.
- Measure the area: Use the label’s paired product and water quantities for the actual area, rather than a dose copied from a different validamycin brand.
- Calibrate the sprayer: Use the appropriate label-listed spray equipment and uniform coverage. Avoid drift, splashing and contamination of irrigation or drinking water.
- Plan harvest and entry: Check the exact waiting-period wording, observe the pack’s re-entry instructions and keep a treatment record. Do not assume general tank-mix compatibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is V3?V3, shown as V-3 on the brand leaflet, contains validamycin 3% L. It is an antibiotic fungicide.
Which crop and disease are listed?The branded leaflet lists sheath blight in rice / paddy.
What dose does the linked V-3 leaflet give?It gives 2,000 ml/ha in 750 L water/ha, equivalent to about 809 ml/acre in 304 L water. Follow the supplied current pack if its directions differ.
What is the harvest restriction?The leaflet contains a 14-day waiting-period statement about paddy grain and straw. Check the exact current pack wording before treatment; this page does not promise residue-free produce.
Can I use it as a soil drench or in any tank mix?No soil-drench programme or blanket compatibility claim is provided. Use only methods and mixtures explicitly supported by the supplied current label.
Safety & Disclaimer
Before you use it, read the supplied V3 label and leaflet. Use only for their stated crop, disease, dose, method, harvest and re-entry directions. Current national and local restrictions take priority over online summaries.
Wear the protective equipment stated on the pack. Avoid breathing spray and avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling. If exposure occurs, seek medical help with the label; do not induce vomiting unless a medical professional directs it.
Store the closed original container away from children, animals, food and feed. Keep spray, washings and spills out of water. Dispose of containers according to the label and local rules; never reuse them.
Delivery & returns
Usually delivered in 2–5 days after dispatch.
Return or exchange within 7 days of delivery. Packs must be unopened with seals intact, and return pickup is free. Read the refund policy
Safety tips
Read the label and leaflet before use. Wear gloves, a mask and full sleeves while spraying. Do not eat, drink or smoke while spraying. Keep away from children, food and animal feed.
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