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CROP PROTECTION

Bordoflow New the next generation of Bordeaux Mixture

Among the most advanced results
of Manica’s long-standing research
on the use of copper in agriculture,
Bordoflow New stands out as a truly
next-generation Bordeaux Mixture.
The innovative formulation brings to-
gether high technical performance,
ease of use and modern sustainabil-
ity standards.
Advanced Formulation for Superi-
or Performance
Bordoflow New combines several
features that make it unique among
copper-based fungicides.
The neutral pH, the water-based
formulation and the use of high-ad-
hesivity co-formulants such as xan-
than gum ensure exceptional stabili-
ty, strong adhesion to the vegetation The formulation contains extremely Azospirillum spp. and Metschniko-
and excellent wash-off resistance. fine copper particles (under 2 mi- wia spp..
crons), enabling optimal coverage
These characteristics maintain the Even at maximum label doses, the
copper ions in their most active form and outstanding compatibility with: product does not inhibit microbial re-
while guaranteeing total selectivity • low water-volume applications, production in vitro.
toward the treated canopy, even in • recovery sprayers, Field trials have demonstrated syn-
the most delicate phenological stag- • and nozzles designed for very fine ergistic effects when the product is
es
atomisation. combined with these microorgan-
Ideal for Early-Season Treatments
This makes BORDOFLOW NEW ide- isms, resulting in enhanced efficacy
The presence of gypsum combined al for growers who adopt advanced compared to using either the copper
with the neutral pH significantly en- spraying equipment and techniques formulation or the biological agent
hances the selectivity of the product, to maximise efficiency and reduce alone. This synergy opens new op-
making Bordoflow New particularly waste. portunities for integrated and organ-
safe on young buds and early shoots.
Perfect Compatibility with Benefi- ic crop management strategies.
At the same time, the rapid avail- cial Microorganisms Bordoflow New represents Manica’s
ability of active copper ions allows Bordoflow New has been success- commitment to delivering modern,
growers to obtain quick action and reliable and sustainable solutions
persistent protection, which are es- fully tested with several groups of for crop protection—combining the
sential in the first stages of the sea- beneficial microorganisms, including strength of tradition with the advan-
Aureobasidium spp., Bacillus spp.,
son when disease pressure begins to Trichoderma spp., Azotobacter spp., tages of new-generation technology.
develop.
Manica has conducted extensive
trials to evaluate the performance of
Bordoflow New in real growing con-
ditions.
The results show that its efficacy is
fully comparable to traditional dith-
iocarbamates, such as Mancozeb or
Metiram, offering growers a reliable
alternative with the regulatory and
environmental advantages of a mod-
ern copper formulation.
Ultra-Fine Particles for Modern
Spraying Technologies Circle 29 on enquiry card
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