Active ingredient and unique vapor action
Picoxystrobin belongs to the strobilurin chemical class (QoI fungicides, FRAC Group 11). It blocks fungal mitochondrial respiration by inhibiting electron transfer at the cytochrome bc1 complex, cutting off cellular ATP production. Its unique redistribution through the vapor phase ensures chemical protection reaches dense canopies and newly expanding leaves.
- Active constituent: Picoxystrobin 22.5% SC (suspension concentrate)
- Chemical group: Strobilurin (FRAC Group 11 QoI)
- Redistribution: Systemic, translaminar, and vapor phase movement for complete canopy coverage
Target crops and major fungal pathogens
- Paddy (rice): Sheath blight (Rhizoctonia solani), blast, and glume rot.
- Corn (maize): Maydis leaf blight and common rust.
- Soybean and pulses: Frogeye leaf spot, rust, and anthracnose pod blight.
- Wheat: Yellow rust and leaf blight complexes.
Spray timing and resistance stewardship
Apply preventively at the first detection of disease symptoms or during weather conditions favoring fungal proliferation. To prevent strobilurin resistance, rotate Galileo with multi-site contact protectants like mancozeb or triazole fungicides. Wear protective clothing and observe CIBRC label-specified pre-harvest intervals.
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Common questions
What is the active ingredient in Galileo fungicide?
Galileo contains Picoxystrobin 22.5% SC, an advanced strobilurin class fungicide.
What makes Picoxystrobin unique among strobilurins?
It possesses unique vapor phase activity that redistributes the chemical across untreated leaf surfaces within dense crop canopies.
Which major disease does Galileo control in paddy?
It provides exceptional control of sheath blight and blast diseases in paddy crops.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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