2,4-D FIX

Plant Growth Regulators

2,4-D FIX

Always read the label before use.

A plant growth regulator for prevention of abscission of the calyx on citrus fruit.

Citrus

Features

Prevention of stem-end rot by keeping the calyx of the fresh fruit alive whilst in storage.
Retard calyx abscission that occurs during the degreening process.
Maintain fruit quality during cold storage.
2,4-D alters the levels of endogenous hormones and delays fruit senescence.
2,4-D treatment may enhance fruit defense against various stresses.
Post-harvest active to aid with the reduction of the navel ends and control of navel-end rot in combination with other fungicide actives.

Do's & Don'ts

Apply 2,4-D FIX within 12 hours after picking for best results.
Pre-mix the required quantity of 2,4-D FIX with a small volume of clean water and add to drench or fungicide bath.
Ensure agitation when adding 2,4-D FIX to wax.
Do not exceed recommended dosages.

Usage Rate

Drench and fungicide bath application
- 1-2 ℓ/ 100 ℓ water

Wax
- 2 ℓ/ 200 ℓ of wax (while agitating)

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT

2,4-D (phenoxy compound, sodium salt) 25 g/ℓ

PACKAGING

20 ℓ

REG. NO.

L10769

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Universal Crop Protection (Pty) Ltd.
Reg. No. 1983/008184/07
P.O. Box 801, Kempton Park, 1620.
Tel. (011) 396-2233

CROPS & TARGET

Citrus - Preventing calyx drop

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