Agriculture in India is rapidly evolving, and so is the agrochemical industry, where innovation and research are accelerating. Leading agrochemical companies are constantly developing new products and molecules to protect crops from pests, diseases, and weeds. The objective is to provide effective crop protection, improve yields, and ensure farmer income.
However, in practice, prolonged use of these products leads to reduced efficacy due to several factors, such as climate change, spraying errors, poor water pH, or repetitive use of the same molecules. As a result, pests and weeds develop resistance, and the same products that were once effective lose their potency over time.
Impact of Overdosing: Rising Costs and Crop Risks
In such situations, farmers begin using higher-than-recommended doses of products to protect their crops. This causes two major issues:
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Increased input costs for farmers.
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Serious negative impact on crops and the environment.
Every product is developed with a specific quantity and biological balance in mind. Overdosing disrupts this balance, adversely affecting crop quality and yield. Agrochemical companies are continuously working on new molecules, but launching a new product involves time-consuming and costly processes.
Real-World Examples of Declining Efficacy
For example, Phalaris minor, a notorious weed in wheat crops (also called "Mama of wheat" or "Mandusi"), was effectively controlled by products developed in the 1990s. But in recent years, resistance in this weed has significantly reduced the effectiveness of those products.
A similar situation has occurred in rice crops. While herbicides initially worked well, many weeds have now developed resistance, lowering the efficacy of those chemicals.
Another challenge is mites, the tiny insects that severely affect crops like chili, tea, and apples. Mites reproduce quickly and rapidly develop resistance to pesticides, making their control extremely difficult for farmers.
Microencapsulation: A Scientific Breakthrough
In such complex scenarios, developing new molecules isn’t the only solution. Technologies that revive the effectiveness of existing products are equally essential. Scientific research has shown that microencapsulation technology can significantly enhance and prolong the activity of agrochemicals.
This technology encapsulates the active ingredient in a microscopic protective layer, allowing it to release gradually on the plant. This not only prolongs its effect but also ensures targeted action on pests or weeds. The result is better availability and slower degradation, providing longer-lasting control.
Zytonic Active: A Technology-Driven Solution
Zydex has harnessed this technology to launch Zytonic Active. This product is specially developed to address these challenges. Zytonic Active is added directly to insecticides, fungicides, or herbicides (not water). After mixing with the pesticide for 10 minutes, it is diluted in water and sprayed.
Its standard dose is 1 ml per liter of water, with an average use of 100 ml per acre. Zytonic Active not only microencapsulates the agrochemical but also acts as an excellent spreader and sticker. It ensures a uniform spread on leaves and prevents wash-off during rain.
One Product, Multiple Benefits
The key advantage of Zytonic Active is that it eliminates the need for additional spreaders or stickers, saving costs. Farmers who didn’t see results with standard doses are now achieving better results without increasing the dose.
Farmers who still choose to increase pesticide quantity can combine it with Zytonic Active to boost its performance while avoiding the harmful effects of overuse. It is compatible with insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, PGRs, and bio-products.
Farmers across different regions of India have reported positive outcomes from using Zytonic Active, proving its effectiveness across various crops and climatic conditions.
A Practical Step Toward Sustainable Agriculture
When crop protection products lose their effectiveness and resistance develops in pests, weeds, and diseases, farmers have limited options. In such cases, innovation-driven solutions like Zytonic Active empower farmers to maximize existing inputs and control costs.
With microencapsulation at its core, Zytonic Active is designed to meet the real challenges of modern agriculture. It offers a reliable step toward sustainable farming, lower costs, and higher productivity.
A step toward chemical-residue-free farming.
