Zione

Description

What is ZIONE

ZIONE is a protective fungicide specially designed to help Pakistani wheat growers stay safe from serious fungal diseases that affect crop yield and grain quality. It contains Benziothiazolinone 1.5 percent in EW formulation. This chemistry is known for strong contact action and multi site activity. Because of this, ZIONE prevents the start of fungal infection and offers an important layer of protection during sensitive crop stages.

Wheat Head Blight, also known as Fusarium Head Blight, is a major concern in many wheat growing areas of Pakistan such as Punjab, Sindh, and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It not only damages grain but also increases the risk of dangerous mycotoxins. ZIONE helps farmers manage this problem by stopping spore germination early.

The product comes in an easy to use 250 ml pack and follows a pre harvest interval of 30 days. It supports safer grain production, better yield stability, and a cleaner harvested crop.

Key Benefits

• Strong protective action to stop fungal infections early

• Reduces risk of mycotoxin contamination in wheat

• Good coverage due to EW formulation

• Multi site activity slows down resistance development

• Suitable for preventive spray programs in Pakistan

• Helps maintain grain quality at harvest

How It Works

Benziothiazolinone works as a contact fungicide with multi site activity. This means it does not target a single point inside the fungus. Instead, it affects several important biochemical processes. When spores come in contact with ZIONE, the chemical blocks the early steps of germination. Without successful germination, the fungus cannot penetrate plant tissues, spread, or damage the crop.

Because of its broad site action, ZIONE provides a protective shield on the plant surface. It should be applied before or at the very first signs of disease pressure. This early barrier is important in crops like wheat where disease can spread fast during humid and rainy conditions.

Target Pests and Diseases

Main Target from Product Block

• Wheat Head Blight (Fusarium species)

This disease affects wheat heads during flowering and grain filling stages. Early use of ZIONE helps reduce infection and lowers the chance of mycotoxin formation.

Other Crops & Diseases

✔ 1. Rice

Diseases Controlled:
• Sheath blight
• Leaf spot (fungal)
• Kernel rot

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Strong protective action against early fungal establishment
• Works well in warm and humid rice conditions
• Helps reduce quality loss during grain development

✔ 2. Vegetables (Tomato, Chili, Brinjal)

Diseases Controlled:
• Early blight
• Leaf spots
• Fruit rots caused by fungal pathogens

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Multi site activity supports preventive programs
• Good for high humidity seasons in Sindh and Punjab
• Helps protect leaves and fruit surfaces from infection

✔ 3. Potatoes

Diseases Controlled:
• Early blight
• Dry rot
• Surface fungal infections during storage

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Works as a protective barrier on foliage
• Helps maintain tuber quality post harvest
• Suitable in cool and moist potato areas like KPK

✔ 4. Pulses (Gram, Lentil, Mungbean)

Diseases Controlled:
• Leaf spot
• Pod rots

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Strong surface action on leaves and pods
• Useful during flowering and pod setting stage
• Reduces fungal establishment in wet field conditions

✔ 5. Oilseeds (Canola, Mustard)

Diseases Controlled:
• Leaf spot
• Stem canker
• Pod rots

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Improves plant protection during cool and moist weather
• Reduces risk of fungal spread on plant surfaces
• Helpful in high disease pressure seasons in Punjab and Sindh

✔ 6. Cucurbits (Melon, Watermelon, Cucumber)

Diseases Controlled:
• Anthracnose
• Leaf spot
• Fruit rots

Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions:
• Preventive protection for sensitive fruiting crops
• Works well in warm field climates
• Supports clean fruit development

Recommended Use

• Follow label instructions or contact Farmisto Chemicals for exact dose. Apply or treat seeds as directed on packaging.

Safety and Precautions

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

• Avoid touching eyes, face, or skin while handling the product.

• Keep children and animals away from the spray area.

• Do not eat, drink, or smoke while spraying.

• Wash hands, clothes, and equipment after use.

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

• Dispose empty bottle safely and keep it away from water channels.

Local Advice for Pakistani Farmers

Wheat in Pakistan is grown across different climates. In Punjab and Sindh, disease pressure rises due to humidity and irrigation cycles. ZIONE fits well in these conditions because it gives a strong protective layer that prevents early fungal entry.

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, cool and moist weather during wheat flowering increases risk of Fusarium. Using ZIONE in a preventive spray program helps maintain grain quality.

In Balochistan, scattered rains and cooler nights can create micro environments where fungal spores thrive. A protective fungicide like ZIONE supports safer crop protection in these conditions.

Use ZIONE as part of an integrated disease control plan for reliable crop protection in Pakistan. It supports healthy grain production, especially where farmers aim to control fungal disease in wheat Pakistan and improve yield security.

FAQs

Q1: What disease does ZIONE control in wheat?
ZIONE controls Wheat Head Blight caused by Fusarium and helps protect grain quality.

Q2: How should I apply ZIONE?
Follow label directions or contact Farmisto Chemicals for proper guidance. Apply as a preventive fungicide.

Q3: What is the PHI for ZIONE?
The pre harvest interval is 30 days for wheat.