VENUS FUNGICIDE is a crop protection product from Exylon Pesticides with Validamycin 3% L. It is designed to help farmers manage target crop problems with reliable field performance when used as directed.

Key Benefits

• Fungicide: A highly effective non-systemic antibiotic fungicide derived from the fermentation of Streptomyces hygroscopicus .
• Specialist: Specifically engineered to provide unmatched control against Rhizoctonia solani , the primary cause of Sheath Blight.
• Curative: Offers a strong protective shield to prevent infection while aggressively stopping the spread of existing fungal lesions.
• Profile: Features low toxicity to non-target organisms, making it safe for beneficial insects, fish, and the environment.
• Recovery: Provides a highly reliable and economical solution for managing devastating soil-borne and air-borne diseases.

Target Crops

Rice (Paddy) • Potato • Vegetables • Cotton • Soybean • Tobacco • Maize

Mode of Action

Venus acts as a powerful inhibitor of the fungal enzyme trehalase . Validamycin interferes with the breakdown of trehalose into glucose within the fungal cells. This disruption starves the fungus of essential energy and prevents the synthesis of cell wall components. Consequently, the extension of fungal hyphae is halted, and the pathogen is unable to absorb nutrients from the plant, leading to its eventual death.

Note: Always read the product label and follow all safety precautions and local agricultural guidance before use.