Nativo Fungicide: A Strategic Insight and Competitor Analysis

In Modern Agriculture, Safeguarding Yield and Ensuring Food Security: A Fresh Look at Nativo(r) 75 WG

In the current rapidly changing agriculture, securing crops from fungal diseases is not only about preserving the yield. It’s about protecting the income of farmers and making sure that food security is global. Fungicides play an essential role in this process, particularly in nations like India, in which the diverse climates and crop varieties create many issues. In the top companies in the market for fungicides, Nativo 75 WG, a product of Bayer Crop Science, has established itself as a reliable product. This product’s double-action formulation and its reliability across a variety of crops have consolidated its status in the field of agriculture. This article will discuss the most important advantages, features, and positioning for market share for Nativo 75 WG, as well as comparing it to the principal competitors from India.

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Product Profile: Nativo Fungicide

Feature	Details
Product Name	Nativo(r) 75 WG
Manufacturer	Bayer CropScience Ltd.
Formulation Type	Wettable Granule (WG)
Composition	– Tebuconazole – 50% w/w (Triazole group)- Trifloxystrobin – 25% w/w (Strobilurin group)
Total Active Ingredients	75%
Mode of Action	• Tebuconazole is a drug that inhibits the biosynthesis of ergosterol (curative/systemic) – Trifloxystrobin: Inhibits mitochondrial respiration (preventive/mesostemic)
Application Type	Foliar spray
Systemicity	Translaminar and systemic
Rainfastness	High (typically fast raining within 2 hours after application)
Crops Registered	Rice, Wheat, Tomato, Chilli, Grapes, Mango, Banana, Groundnut, etc.
Target Diseases	– Rice: Blast, sheath blight, dirty panicle –Wheat: Leaf rust, stripe rust, as well as powdery mildew — Chilli/Tomato Blight in the early stages, powdery mildew — Wines’ powdery mildew — Mango and powdery mildew
Dose per Acre	300-400 grams per hectare (varies about disease and crop pressure)
Re-entry Interval (REI)	Typically 12-24 hours (subject to the label)
Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI)	Typically, 14 to 21 days, based on the type of crop
Packaging Sizes	50 g, 120g 250 g 500 g
Shelf Life	Two years after the day of manufacturing (if kept in a dry, cool area)
Toxicity Category	Caution (Yellow Label in India)
Compatibility	Compatible with many insecticides commonly used and micronutrients. The jar test is highly recommended
Regulatory Status	Accredited and registered with the Central Insecticides Board (CIB), India

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Key Benefits:

• Dual-Action: Curative and preventive due to two different ways of acting.
• Broad Spectrum: Effective against a broad range of pathogens that cause fungal infections.
• Enhances Yield and Quality. The control of disease improves crop health and more marketable produce.
• Low Dose High Efficiency: Economical in the long run, regardless of the price.

Crops Recommended for Nativo Fungicide

Crop	Target Diseases Controlled
Rice (Paddy)	– Blast (Pyricularia oryzae)– Sheath Blight (Rhizoctonia solani) – Dirty Panicle/Glume Discoloration
Wheat	— Leaf Rust (Puccinia triticina) — Stripe Rust (Puccinia strriiformis) – Powdery Mildew
Tomato	– Early Blight (Alternaria solani) – Powdery Mildew
Chilli	– Powdery Mildew – Anthracnose
Grapes	– Powdery Mildew (Uncinula necator) – Anthracnose
Mango	– Anthracnose (Colletotrichum gloeosporioides) – Powdery Mildew
Groundnut	– Leaf Spot (Cercospora spp., Phaeoisariopsis spp. ) – Rust
Banana	– Sigatoka Leaf Spot – Anthracnose
Soybean	– Rust – Frogeye Leaf Spot
Vegetables (General)	– Downy and Powdery Mildew, Blights, and Leaf Spots

✅ Why Nativo is Preferred for These Crops:

• The systemic movement helps protect the growth of new plants.
• Dual-action formulation decreases the chances of resistance.
• Increases yields and marketability through better control of diseases.

Its composition Nativo Fungicide (Nativo(r) 75 WG) is as the following:

Component	Concentration (% w/w)	Function
Tebuconazole	50%	A fungicide with a systemic triazole (DMI Demethylation Inhibitor) which inhibits the biosynthesis of ergosterol in fungi and provides the ability to treat.
Trifloxystrobin	25%	A strobilurin fungalicide (QoI Quinone Outside Inhibitor) that inhibits mitochondrial respiration within fungal cells, thereby protecting against fungal infections.
Other Ingredients	25%	Formulation aids and fillers to ensure stability and lubricity in water.

Formulation Type: Wettable Granules (WG)

This combination creates Nativo, a multi-mode-of-action, broad-spectrum fungicide that is effective in the prevention phase and post-infection cure phases.

✅ Distinct Advantages of Nativo Fungicide

Advantage	Description
Dual Mode of Action	Combining Tebuconazole (curative) and Trifloxystrobin (preventive) for broader disease control.
Systemic + Translaminar Movement	Protects both new and existing leaves by allowing them to move across the system of the plant and over the leaf layers.
Broad-Spectrum Disease Control	Manages fungal infections. Controls a variety of fungal diseases in wheat, rice, fruit, and other vegetables using a single spray.
Long Residual Effect	It provides lasting protection for a long time. It also reduces the number of sprays needed per season.
Improves Crop Health & Yield	Improves the photosynthesis process and increases plant vigor, which results in more yields and higher quality food.
Rainfastness	It turns rainfast fast (within two hours) and provides security even in the event of rain following application.
Resistance Management	The two active components from various chemical groups can delay the growth of resistant fungi.
User-Friendly Formulation	The form of Wettable Granule is non-dusty, easy to measure, mix, and then apply without clogging the nozzles.
Safe for Crops & Environment	Validated for safety with low phytotoxicity if utilized according to the guidelines.
Versatile Application Window	It is a drug that can be used as a preventative and curative treatment, and allows for a flexible time frame for the treatment of diseases.

🚀 Farmer Benefits of Nativo Fungicide

• Lower input costs in the long run due to fewer sprays.
• Higher net returns due to the higher yields are marketable.
• The ability to adapt your crop for cereals, fruits, and other vegetables.

Competitive Landscape: Who Competes with Nativo?

Here’s how Nativo compares to the major players:

Brand	Company	Active Ingredients	Unique Selling Point	Target Crops
Nativo	Bayer	Tebuconazole + Trifloxystrobin	Dual systemic fungicide is the most established brand	Rice, tomato, mango
Amistar Top	Syngenta	Difenoconazole + Azoxystrobin	Excellent translaminar action, broad-spectrum	Vegetables, paddy, banana
Opera	BASF	Pyraclostrobin + Epoxiconazole	Improves the efficiency of the body and helps in the control of disease	Paddy, soybean, wheat
Tilt	Syngenta	Propiconazole	Cost-effective systemic fungicide that fights rusts.	Soybean, groundnut, wheat
SAAF	UPL	Carbendazim + Mancozeb	Broad utility plus affordability	Vegetables, cereals
Contaf Plus	Rallis India	Hexaconazole + Captan	Contact action that is systemic as well as systemic	Horticultural crops

Key Market Insight:

Although Nativo costs more than many of the domestic alternatives, its consistently good results and international support for R&D justify its price, especially for high-value and export-oriented crops like mangoes and grapes.

Key Features of Nativo Fungicide.

Feature	Details
Dual Active Ingredients	Combining Tebuconazole (50 percent) as well as Trifloxystrobin (25 percent) to increase the efficacy.
Broad-Spectrum Fungicide	Controls a variety of fungal diseases that can be found in fruits, cereals, and other vegetables.
Dual Mode of Action	– Curative (DMI – Demethylation Inhibitor via Tebuconazole) – Preventive (QoI – Quinone outside Inhibitor via Trifloxystrobin)
Systemic & Translaminar Action	The plant moves throughout the system as well as across leaf surfaces, safeguarding all tissues.
Wettable Granule Formulation (WG)	Simple to handle, non-dusty, and helps reduce clogging of spray nozzles.
Long-Lasting Control	Residual activity helps protect for several days after spraying.
Improves Plant Vigor	Reduces stress due to diseases and helps support healthy, greener plants.
Rainfast	Refuse to be washed away in the rain, a couple of hours after application.
Resistance Management Tool	Reduces the chance of resistance owing to its two chemical groups.
Suitable for Multiple Crops	The effect is beneficial in wheat, rice, chilli, tomato, grapes, mango, bananas, and much more.

4. Challenges and Opportunities

Challenges:

• Higher costs may not be practical for marginal or small farmers.
• Risk of Resistance Using a pesticide for a long time without rotation may still cause resistance.

Opportunities:

• Export Quality Focus The use of HTML0 in products that are exported-quality gives it the edge on high-value markets.
• Tank Mixes and Compatibility. It is effective in mixes for tanks that contain other Agrochemicals (with the proper testing).
• Government-sponsored IPM Schemes can be incorporated in Integrated Pest Management programs due to their reliability.

✅ Nativo Controls These Fungal Pathogens (Diseases):

Crop	Diseases Controlled	Pathogens
Rice	– Blast – Sheath Blight – Dirty Particle	Pyricularia oryzae, Rhizoctonia solani
Wheat	– Leaf Rust – Stripe Rust – Powdery Mildew	Puccinia Spp., Erysiphe Graminis
Tomato	– Early Blight – Powdery Mildew	Alternaria solani, Leveillula taurica
Chilli	– Anthracnose – Powdery Mildew	Colletotrichum Sp., Erysiphe spp.
Grapes	– Powdery Mildew – Anthracnose	The necator of Uncinula, Elsinoe spp.
Mango	– Anthracnose – Powdery Mildew	Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, Oidium spp.
Banana	– Sigatoka Leaf Spot – Anthracnose	Mycosphaerella spp., Colletotrichum spp.
Groundnut	– Leaf Spot – Rust	Cercospora spp., Puccinia arachidis

✅ Summary:

• Kills fungi, not insects.
• It helps prevent and treat fungal disease while improving plants’ health and yield.

Where Can We Use Nativo(r) 75 WG Fungicide?

Nativo(r) 75 WG is a broad-spectrum fungicide systemic employed across a range of crop types, including horticulture and agriculture. The application of this fungicide is specific to the crop and targeted at diseases. Here’s how:

🌾 Field Crops

Crop	Use
Rice (Paddy)	Control of blast, Sheath blight, sheath blight, filthy panicle (glume discoloration)
Wheat	The control of leaf rust stripe and powdery mildew.
Soybean	Rust spot on the leaf of the frogeye
Groundnut	Leaf spot, rust
Corn (Maize)	Leaf blight or corrosion (off-label/limited advice in certain regions)

🍅 Vegetable Crops

Crop	Use
Tomato	Early Blight, Powdery Mildew
Chilli	Anthracnose and powdery mildew
Brinjal (Eggplant)	Powdery mildew and leaf spots
Onion/Garlic	The purple blotch and downy mildew (depending on the area/advice)

🍇 Fruit Crops

Crop	Use
Grapes	Anthracnose, powdery mildew
Mango	Anthracnose and powdery mildew
Banana	Sigatoka leaf spot Anthracnose, Sigatoka leaf spot
Pomegranate	Spots of fruit and leaf (limited use; consult your regional advisor)

🌱 Ornamentals and Floriculture

• Useful (with professional advice) to manage powdery mildew and leaf spots, as well as Blights on high-value plants and flowers.

🧪 Use Conditions:

Condition	Details
Application Stage	Early curative or preventive stage of the infection
Dosage	Typically, 300-400 g/ha, specific to the crop (consult the label)
Application Method	Knapsack or tractor-mounted sprayer uniform spray foliar
Compatibility	Tank-mixed with certain insecticides. However, always conduct a an initial test with a jar
Rainfastness	The rain will start within 2 hours after application

⚠️ Do Not Use On:

• Crops that are not target crops with no label recommendation.
• Health problems caused by viruses or bacteria.
• A substitute for insecticides (does not harm insects).

Recommendations for Farmers Using Nativo Fungicide 75 WG

Category	Recommendation
1. Crop Targeting	Make use of Nativo solely for certified crops like rice, tomatoes, wheat, chilli, mango, banana, grapes, and groundnuts.
2. Timing of Application	Apply immediately upon the first onset of signs of illness or a few days before the anticipated eruption for protection against preventive measures.
3. Dosage	Typically 300-400 grams per hectare, depending on the plant and diseases. Look up the product’s label or the local agricultural advisor.
4. Application Method	Apply in a uniform spray on the foliar using a knapsack or power sprayer. Make sure that the leaf is covered well on both surfaces.
5. Spray Volume	Make use of the recommended amount of 500 to 700 liters per area to ensure complete canopy coverage (adjust according to the density of the crop).
6. Mixing Instructions	Mix Nativo in a small amount of water (slurry) and then dilute into the full tank. Mix well and spray right away.
7. Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI)	Keep 3-21 days of PHI according to the type of yield (e.g., three days of chilli, fourteen days with grapes). See the label.
8. Rotation/Resistance Management	Do not apply repeatedly without a rotation. Alternate using fungicides from different chemical categories (e.g. mancozeb, mancozeb and carbendazim).
9. Environmental Safety	Do not spray in windy weather. Don’t contaminate the water bodies. Be sure to follow the proper disposal procedures.
10. Equipment Cleaning	Clean spray equipment using fresh water after each use to avoid clogging and chemical damage.
11. Protective Measures	Use masks, gloves, and clothing that protects you during applying and mixing. Wash hands after use.
12. Storage	Keep it in an cooler, dry location far from direct sunlight, food items, sunlight, as well as animal food. Keep it out of the reach of children.

🧑‍🌾 Additional Tips

• For the best outcomes, combine the Nativo Fungicide application with a good crop management practice like weed control and healthy nutrition.
• If heavy rain is forecast, be patient to wait until the day after is over before you apply the rain to ensure more efficient absorption.

Conclusion

Nativo(r) 75 WG Fungicide is a powerful and adaptable solution to control a wide variety of fungal diseases that affect agriculture. The double-mode action, which combines Tebuconazole with Trifloxystrobin, offers preventive and curative protection, which ensures the health of crops and a high yield. The fungicide’s translaminar and systemic movement ensures complete coverage and long-lasting protection even in harsh conditions of weather.

Key benefits include:

• Broad-spectrum control of diseases over a wide range of crops (rice and wheat, as well as fruits, vegetables, etc. ).
• Long-term residual activity. This reduces the requirement for regular applications.
• Resistant management is needed to prevent the growth of resistant fungal strains.
• The application is simple using a wettable grule (WG) composition that reduces dust and nozzle blockages.

To farmers who are using Nativo(r) efficiently requires attentiveness to timing and dosage, and methods of application. Assuring that the environment is safe and appropriate resistant management, and particular care for the crop can enhance the performance of the system.

In summation, Nativo(r) 75 WG can be described as a vital tool for farmers looking to control fungal disease and improve the health of their crops and ultimately improve production.