Description

Apron Star 42WS 1kg Seed Treatment – Complete Protection for Your Seeds

Apron Star 42WS is a premium quality seed treatment formulation combining three active ingredients that offer triple protection to seeds. Designed for agricultural crops like maize, beans, and sorghum, Apron Star 42WS controls early season pests and diseases, enhancing seedling vigor and improving stand establishment. This 1kg pack is suitable for medium to large farms looking to maximize yield potential from the start of the planting season.

By treating your seeds before planting, you guard against seed rot, damping-off, downy mildew, smuts, seedling blights, and early insect pests such as aphids and leaf miners. This results in faster germination, stronger roots, and healthier crops capable of withstanding environmental stresses and pest pressures.

Key Features of Apron Star 42WS

• Combination of fungicide and insecticide for all-round protection
• Improves seed germination and seedling vigor
• Controls early season soil and seedborne diseases
• Protects against harmful insect pests like aphids and thrips
• Ensures uniform crop establishment
• Compatible with major field crops such as maize and beans
• Dust-free formulation for easy handling and coating

Active Ingredients

• Thiamethoxam – a systemic insecticide that controls early insect pests
• Mefenoxam – a systemic fungicide effective against oomycete fungi like downy mildew
• Fludioxonil – a broad-spectrum fungicide effective against seed and soilborne fungi

Target Pests and Diseases

• Seed rot and seedling blight
• Downy mildew
• Anthracnose and Fusarium spp
• Leaf spots and damping-off
• Aphids, thrips, and leaf miners
• Maize stalk borers in early stages

Recommended Crops

• Maize
• Beans
• Sorghum
• Millets
• Peas
• Other leguminous and cereal crops

Directions for Use

• Use clean seeds and mix them thoroughly with the recommended dose of Apron Star 42WS
• Use a drum or polythene bag for even coating
• Allow treated seeds to dry in shade before planting
• Do not expose treated seeds to sunlight or moisture for long periods
• Use protective gear while handling and mixing the treatment

Dosage

• Maize and sorghum: 3 grams per kg of seed
• Beans and legumes: 2 to 3 grams per kg of seed
• Use calibrated seed dressing equipment or manually in clean containers

Benefits of Using Apron Star 42WS

• Improves early crop establishment and plant density
• Reduces the need for early foliar sprays
• Enhances resilience of young plants to stress and pest attacks
• Boosts final yields and harvest quality
• Cost effective with long lasting protection

Compatibility and Rotation

• Compatible with most seed varieties and farming practices
• Can be used with organic matter seed treatments if approved
• Do not treat seeds more than once with systemic pesticides

Safety and Handling

• Use gloves and face mask during application
• Do not eat or drink while handling treated seeds
• Keep treated seeds out of reach of children and livestock
• Label treated seeds clearly before storage or distribution

Storage Instructions

• Store in original tightly sealed containers
• Keep in a dry, cool, and well ventilated space
• Do not expose to sunlight or moisture

Field Experience and Feedback

Farmers in Bungoma, Uasin Gishu, Trans Nzoia, and Kirinyaga report noticeable improvements in crop emergence and seedling uniformity when using Apron Star 42WS. The added insecticide protection is especially valuable in regions prone to aphid infestation during planting. Agrodealers and seed processors recommend it for consistent performance and ease of application.

Where to Buy Apron Star 42WS 1kg

You can buy Apron Star 42WS 1kg from Totalease Ventures. We stock authentic agricultural inputs suitable for certified seeds, outgrower programs, and smallholder farmers. Visit our fungicides category to explore more seed treatments and crop protection products.