Mildicat 25

Reliable vineyard protection: Why choose Mildicut 25

In the segment of fungicides specializing in the control of downy mildew, the Belgian product "Mildicut 25" from ISK Biosciences Europe N.V. stands out as a highly effective tool for professional viticulture. Its primary purpose is the total control of mildew, a disease capable of destroying a vineyard harvest in a matter of days under weather conditions favorable to the fungus.

Technological features and mechanism of action

The key characteristic of Mildicut 25 is its active ingredient, cyazofamid. This compound belongs to the cyanoimidazole class, providing a unique mechanism that blocks the pathogen’s respiration at various stages of its development—from zoospore germination to spore formation. As a contact fungicide formulated as a suspension concentrate, it creates a robust protective barrier on the surface of leaves and berries.

• Efficacy against zoospores: Cyazofamid suppresses mobile forms of the pathogen, preventing their spread across the field.
• Infection control: The product shows excellent resistance to rainfall washing, which is critical in climatic zones with frequent precipitation.
• Application flexibility: Up to 4 applications per season are permitted with a dosage of 2–4 L/ha, allowing growers to adapt to the current phytosanitary situation in the vineyard.

Role in a protection strategy

Viticulturists value Mildicut 25 for its reliability and predictable results. When used within integrated pest management (IPM) programs, it is effectively rotated with fungicides from other chemical groups, which is the best way to prevent resistance development in mildew. The pre-harvest interval is 20–30 days, making it an optimal solution for applications during the active growth and bunch formation stages. The product is classified as a Hazard Class 3 agent, requiring standard safety precautions during handling.