Saaf (Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% WP) - Contact & Systemic Fungicide
Saaf (UPL)
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Subcategory: Plant Protection|Type: Fungicides
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UPL SAAF, marketed by Way2Agritech, is one of India’s most trusted broad-spectrum fungicides with a powerful combination of Carbendazim (systemic) and Mancozeb (contact). Saaf dual-action formulation provides both internal (curative) and external (protective) disease control, making it highly effective against a wide range of fungal diseases. This fungicide works by inhibiting fungal growth internally while forming a protective layer on plant surfaces to prevent new infections. SAAF fungicide is widely used to control diseases such as leaf spot, blight, rust, and anthracnose across multiple crops. This fungicide’s consistent performance under diverse field conditions makes it suitable for Integrated Disease Management programs.
Specifications
Manufacturer
UPL Limited
Active ingredient
Mancozeb 63% + Carbendazim 12% WP
Available form
Solid
Target crops
Chilli, tomato, potato, grapes, mango, paddy, groundnut, tea, vegetables and fruits.
Application method
Foliar spray
Compatibility
Compatible with most commonly used insecticides and fungicides
Mode of entry
Carbendazim (systemic) and Mancozeb (contact)
Mode of action
Broad-spectrum fungicides
Speed of action
Quick
Residual effect
Medium
Resistance risk
Medium
Toxicity level
Moderately toxic (Blue)
| Manufacturer | UPL Limited |
| Active ingredient | Mancozeb 63% + Carbendazim 12% WP |
| Available form | Solid |
| Target crops | Chilli, tomato, potato, grapes, mango, paddy, groundnut, tea, vegetables and fruits. |
| Application method | Foliar spray |
| Compatibility | Compatible with most commonly used insecticides and fungicides |
| Mode of entry | Carbendazim (systemic) and Mancozeb (contact) |
| Mode of action | Broad-spectrum fungicides |
| Speed of action | Quick |
| Residual effect | Medium |
| Resistance risk | Medium |
| Toxicity level | Moderately toxic (Blue) |
Key Features and Benefits
- •Special features: Saaf provides both preventive & curative action, by stopping fungal spores from germinating externally while simultaneously curing early-stage internal infections.
- •Carbendazim moves inside the plant system to control existing infections, while Mancozeb forms a protective layer on plant surfaces, preventing new infections.
- •Effective against the wider fungal diseases like leaf spot, blight (early & late), anthracnose, powdery mildew, downy mildew, blast, root rot, and tikka leaf spot.
Recommended Dosage and Target Pests
| Crop | Target Pest/ Disease | Dose per Litre of Water | Waiting period (days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coconut, Arecanut, Coffee, Banana, Chilli, Tomato, Potato, Grapes, Mango, Paddy, Groundnut, Tea, Vegetables, and Fruits | Leaf spot, Blight (Early & Late), Anthracnose, Powdery mildew, Downy mildew, Blast, Root rot, and Tikka leaf spot | 2–2.5 g | Short-cycle crops: 15 days Long cycle crops: 25 to 30 days |
Dosage & Method of Application
- 1.Foliar spray: 2–2.5 g per liter of water, spray with uniform coverage.
- 2.Frequency of application: 10–12 days interval depending on disease severity.
Crop-Product Advisory
- 1.Best suited for: UPL Saaf is dual-action fungicide best suited for controlling critical fungal outbreaks like blast in paddy, leaf spot in Arecanut, and early/late blight in potato.
- 2.Infestation level: Apply at first visible symptoms or disease-warning stage for curative and protective action. Also ensure full canopy covered.
- 3.Recommended combination: Combine with K and Zn nutrients to improve plant recovery and strengthen disease tolerance. Avoid mixing strong alkaline products without compatibility testing.
- 4.Application interval: Repeat every 10–12 days under normal conditions; shorten interval during continuous rainfall or severe disease pressure.
- 5.Resistance management: Use in rotation with alternate fungicide groups and avoid repeated continuous sprays to reduce resistance risk against systemic components.
- 6.Precaution: Avoid repeated use during flowering and near-harvest stages unless necessary; follow waiting period recommendations. Spray during cool hours and avoid runoff for better protection.