TMTD

Reliable seed protection at the start

The TMTD fungicide, produced by ZAT Firma August, is a time-tested contact-action tool for seed treatment. Based on thiram, a carbamate compound, this product creates a protective barrier around the seed, preventing soil-borne and seed-borne infections from attacking the sprout during its most vulnerable stage.

When to use TMTD

Farmers rely on TMTD to minimize the risk of poor emergence caused by soil pathogens. Key application scenarios include:

• Vegetable crops: Onions, cucumbers, watermelons, melons, and carrots are highly susceptible to root rots and damping-off when planted in cool or moist soil. TMTD effectively blocks these threats.
• Industrial crops: Winter rapeseed and fodder beet require protection at the seedling stage to prevent Fusarium and Helminthosporium root rots from thinning the crop density.
• Smut control: The product is essential for preventing the spread of loose and covered smut, which can cause significant yield losses before grain maturation.

Application details

The product comes as a wettable powder. It is crucial to follow the label: application rates range from 3.0 to 4.0 liters per ton of seeds. Given its Class 2 toxicity rating, strictly following safety protocols and ensuring uniform coverage of the seed surface is mandatory.

As a contact fungicide, TMTD does not move systemically; it acts by disinfecting the seed surface and the immediate surrounding soil zone. This makes it a preferred solution for early sowing dates when pathogens are highly active and young seedlings are weak. Using TMTD is a classic, cost-effective agricultural practice that guarantees high field emergence and consistent crop development.