Blaise

Description

What is BLAISE

BLAISE is a premium dual action fungicide designed by Farmisto Chemicals Pvt Ltd for reliable protection in apple orchards across Pakistan. It contains Pyraclostrobin 5 percent and Iprodione 20 percent in a wettable powder form. Together, these two proven chemistries provide both systemic and contact activity, giving farmers a dependable shield against difficult fungal infections.

This product is intended for controlling Brown Blotch disease caused by Alternaria in apples. It is suitable for apple growers in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab and northern hilly areas where apple cultivation is common. BLAISE offers preventive and curative control which helps protect young fruit, maintain skin quality, and support market grade yield.

BLAISE comes with a PHI of 14 to 21 days to ensure safe harvest and residue compliance. The 250 gram pack size makes it user friendly for small, medium and large orchards.

Key Benefits

• Dual chemistry with both systemic and contact action

• Controls Brown Blotch disease in apple orchards

• Preventive and curative effect for stronger crop protection

• Supports clean fruit finish and reduces quality losses

• Helps in resistance management due to two different modes of action

• Works well in variable climates found across Pakistan

How It Works

Pyraclostrobin belongs to the strobilurin family. It works by stopping mitochondrial respiration inside the fungus. In simple words, it blocks the fungus from producing energy. Once the fungus loses its energy supply, it stops growing and dies. Pyraclostrobin moves into the leaf surface and protects new growth for many days.

Iprodione belongs to the dicarboximide group. It works as a MAP or histidine kinase inhibitor. This means it disrupts important signals inside the fungal cell that control growth and stress response. As a contact fungicide, it quickly stops spores from germinating.

When both chemistries work together, BLAISE provides strong preventive protection and also cures early stage infections. This combined action helps delay resistance development and maintains long term effectiveness.

Target Pests and Diseases

Main Target from Product Block:

• Brown Blotch (Alternaria) in Apple

• Apple crop only (except Gala or Gaja cultivars)

Other Crops & Diseases

Below are technical references based on global crop protection data for Pyraclostrobin and Iprodione. These reflect scientific potential but require local registration before use.

✔ 1. Grapes

Diseases Controlled:
• Botrytis bunch rot
• Alternaria leaf spot
• Powdery mildew

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Strong preventive effect on bunch rot
• Works well in humid and rainy conditions
• Supports clean cluster quality for table grapes

✔ 2. Stone Fruits (Peach, Plum, Apricot)

Diseases Controlled:
• Brown rot
• Botrytis blossom blight

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Improves fruit finish during ripening stage
• Provides fast knockdown of infection
• Useful in orchards with high humidity

✔ 3. Vegetables (Tomato and Chili)

Diseases Controlled:
• Early blight (Alternaria)
• Botrytis gray mold

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Ideal for high humidity tunnels and open field
• Good leaf surface coverage due to WP formulation
• Helps protect fruit set and lowers losses

✔ 4. Lettuce and Leafy Vegetables

Diseases Controlled:
• Botrytis rot
• Leaf spot diseases

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Effective where overhead irrigation increases disease risk
• Keeps leaves greener and cleaner
• Suitable for cool season vegetable systems

✔ 5. Ornamental Flowers

Diseases Controlled:
• Botrytis blight
• Alternaria leaf spot

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Maintains flower quality
• Works well in greenhouse humidity
• Provides long lasting protection on foliage

Recommended Use

• Follow label instructions or contact Farmisto Chemicals for exact dose. Apply or treat as directed on packaging.
• Ensure full coverage of leaves and fruits.
• Observe PHI of 14 to 21 days for safe harvest.

Safety and Precautions

• Wear gloves, mask and long clothing during mixing and spraying.

• Avoid breathing spray mist or dust from powder.

• Do not eat, drink or smoke during application.

• Wash hands and face with soap after handling the product.

• Keep away from children, food, animals and open water sources.

• Dispose of empty pack safely according to local guidance.

• Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.

Local Advice for Pakistani Farmers

Balochistan:
Apple orchards in Quetta, Ziarat and Kalat regions often face Alternaria pressure due to cool nights and sudden humidity. BLAISE provides dependable protection during pre and post monsoon periods.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa:
Swat and Abbottabad orchards experience spring wetness which increases Brown Blotch risk. Use BLAISE during early fruit development for clean skin finish.

Punjab:
While Punjab has limited apple area, nursery growers and high altitude zones benefit from dual action fungicides. BLAISE helps manage high humidity infections after rain spells.

Sindh:
BLAISE is mainly apple specific, but the scientific understanding of the chemistry helps Sindh growers learn about Botrytis and Alternaria solutions for other crops where similar chemistries are used globally.

FAQs

Q1: What disease does BLAISE control in apples?
BLAISE controls Brown Blotch caused by Alternaria with strong preventive and curative action.

Q2: How should I use BLAISE safely?
Wear proper protective clothing, avoid inhaling spray mist and wash hands after handling.

Q3: What is the PHI of BLAISE?
The pre harvest interval is 14 to 21 days for safe picking.