BlightBan Fungicide

BlightBAN Fungicide, containing 600g/L Propamocarb, is registered for the control of Pythium in a range of turfand ornamental plant applications.

In turfgrass situations, BlightBAN is an efficient curative fungicide for Pythium attack. In ornamentals, BlightBAN is a useful preventative and curative fungicide for control of Pythium for use in containerised plantings, bulk soil treatments or around plantestablishment (seeding, cuttings or seedling operations).

Key Features and Benefits of BlightBan Fungicide

• Fast, efficient curative knockdown of Pythium.
• Unique Group 28 mode of action.
• Systemic movement within the plant, working from the rootsup.
• Good residual activity
• Provides up to 28 days residual, preventative performance
• Excellent turf and ornamental plant safety characteristics.
• Registered for use on over 90 ornamental species.

Key Characteristics of BlightBan Fungicide

• Active Ingredient: 600g/L Propamocarb
• Formulation: Aqueous Concentrate
• Pack Size: 5L
• Rate: 4.5-6.5L/ha for turf
• Poison Schedule: Schedule 5 (Caution)
• Mode of Action: Group 28 Fungicide

BlightBan's Mode of Action

Propamocarb, the active ingredient in BlightBAN Fungicide, is absorbed by the roots & leaves, and transported upwards in the plant. Once inside the plant, BlightBAN controls the Pythium fungi by disrupting the formation of fungal cell walls by interfering with synthesis of phospholipids and fatty acids.

Propamocarb affects the 3 major stages of Pythium fungal growth – mycelial formation, spore production and germination. BlightBAN moves through the plant quickly, providing excellent knockdown control of Pythium.

Application Information

Turf: In turfgrass, BlightBAN Fungicide is applied at a rate of 4.5-6.5L/ha (45-65ml/100m2). For Pythium Blight activity, apply in sufficient water to obtain coverage. For root borne Pythium activity applications in a volume of water greater than 1000L/ha to ensure movement of the product into the soil.

It is recommended to use the lower rate as a preventative treatment, with the higher rate as a curative or as a preventative treatment during times of high infection pressure.
Applications should be repeated at 3-4 week intervals or use an alternate chemistry.