Scala fungicide aerial application for potatoes now registered
August 27, 2009
Potato growers across Canada now have the option of applying Scala® fungicide by air for control of early blight. Scala is the only Group 9 fungicide registered to control early blight (Alternaria solani) in potatoes, and has been registered as a ground application since 2007.
Scala has a unique mode of action – different than strobilurins – and is registered as a tank mix with Bravo® to provide two modes of action for stronger resistance management. Scala protects potatoes through locally systemic activity and translaminar movement, and is best suited for a preventative treatment program
“Large-scale potato growers, particularly in Alberta and Manitoba, will benefit from the convenience and efficiency of aerial early blight control,” says David Kikkert, Portfolio Manager, Horticulture with Bayer CropScience. “Prevention is the best strategy for early blight, and the new aerial application means growers will have the option of choosing Scala to get an early start on protecting their potato crop.”
For aerial application, apply Scala only by rotary or fixed-wing aircraft when conditions are conducive to disease development and when meterological conditions allow for complete and even crop coverage. Repeat applications at 7-14 day intervals, to a maximum of six applications per season, and alternate Scala applications with fungicides that have a different mode of action. Refer to the full product label for specific Scala aerial application instructions.
Scala is a critical component in a fungicide management program in potatoes. For potato-growing areas where reduced sensitivity to strobilurins has been identified, Scala provides excellent disease control and a smart rotational tool.
Scala is also registered for control of a variety of diseases in apples, pears, grapes and strawberries.
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For more information contact:
David Kikkert
Portfolio Manager, Horticulture
Bayer CropScience
(519) 767-3888
david.kikkert@bayercropscience.com
Derrick Rozdeba
Manager, Integrated Communications
Bayer CropScience
(403) 723-7432
derrick.rozdeba@bayercropscience.com
Always read and follow label directions. Scala® is a registered trademark of Bayer. All other products are trademarks of their respective companies. Bayer CropScience is a member of CropLife Canada.