Vivando c.s.

Professional Oidium Control for Vineyards

Oidium (powdery mildew) is a persistent threat to vineyard profitability, capable of ruining yields and reducing berry quality. Vivando SC from BASF SE (Germany) serves as a industry-standard solution, leveraging the unique properties of metrafenone. Unlike traditional triazoles, this fungicide disrupts the development of the pathogen at multiple stages of its lifecycle, providing superior protection for both table and wine grapes.

Operational Use and Field Benefits

• Strategic Timing: Field experience shows the best efficacy when applying Vivando in a scheduled program: pre-flowering, post-flowering, and during the initial stages of bunch closure.
• Systemic Protection: The formula provides excellent redistribution on leaf surfaces and partial penetration into tissues. This is crucial for protecting rapidly growing shoots and newly formed berries that are highly susceptible to infection.
• Efficient Dosage: The application rate of 0.2–0.25 L/ha ensures a cost-effective approach to intensive vineyard management, fitting well within established integrated pest management (IPM) programs.

Vivando SC is classified as a group 3 hazard, making it a manageable choice for large-scale operations that prioritize safety alongside high yields. With a maximum of 3 applications per season and a 30-day pre-harvest interval, it provides the flexibility needed to manage disease pressure throughout the entire growing cycle. As an anti-resistance management tool, it is highly recommended to rotate Vivando with fungicides of different chemical classes to maintain long-term field efficacy.