Corteva Agriscience today announced the launch of a new fungicide Zorvec Entecta to transform the cultivation of both grapes and potatoes in India.

Building on the globally successful Zorvec technology, this advanced solution offers growers protection against devastating diseases like Downy Mildew (Plasmopara viticola) of Grapes and Late Blight (Phytophthora infestans) of potatoes, leading to healthier crops, thereby higher yields, and superior quality produce. 

Zorvec Entecta delivers a unique combination of advanced chemistry and powerful performance. Its active ingredients provide strong and reliable control against oomycetes plant diseases. This innovative solution offers growers unmatched consistency and control, providing powerful, long-lasting protection even under challenging climatic conditions.

Its industry-leading rain fastness means it's secure and protected from wash-off just 20 minutes after application, giving growers confidence in their investment.

Furthermore, due to its systemic mobility (xylem systemic), Zorvec Entecta provides exceptional protection for new growth and leaves as they grow. It mobility within the plant, ensuring uniform coverage and strong defense protection of both treated and newly emerging foliage, which is vital for robust crop establishment and sustained growth.

The product combines two powerful active ingredients that work together synergistically in two different ways, making it an excellent tool for managing disease resistance and ensuring its effectiveness over time. Additionally, Zorvec Entecta has a favorable environmental profile, highlighting Corteva Agriscience's commitment to sustainable agriculture.

For Grape growers, Zorvec Entecta provides superior, long-lasting protection against Downy Mildew, which is crucial for consistent disease management throughout key growth stages.

For potato growers, Zorvec Entecta is proven to be the strongest foundation for managing Late Blight, ensuring a clean start to their 9adisease control program even in the toughest environment conditions. Internal trials confirmed its robust disease control which is long lasting, complete plant protection and ability to perform even under severe Late Blight pressure.

Corteva Agriscience is championing innovative, scientifically proven approaches to disease management. For grapes, and Potatoes, a specific program is recommended where Zorvec Entecta is used in sequence with another product, Curzate M8 and another sequence of Zorvec Entecta and Curzate M8 as (ZCZC) is repeated, starting early in the crop's development.

This strategic program ensures comprehensive protection, promotes healthy new foliage, and supports optimal berry and bunch development in grapes, which ultimately leads to higher marketable yields.