Recommended Dosage Table

Protecsol is a wettable powder (WP) that mixes with water. Recommended dosages vary by crop and phenological stage.

Crop	Dosage (kg/400L water)	Concentration	Volume/hectare	Frequency
Apple	30-40	7.5-10%	1000-1200 L	Every 10-14 days
Citrus	35-45	8.75-11.25%	1200-1500 L	Every 14-21 days
Wine Grapes	30-40	7.5-10%	1000-1200 L	Every 10-14 days
Olives	40-50	10-12.5%	1000-1300 L	Every 21-28 days
Cherries	30-40	7.5-10%	1000-1200 L	Every 7-10 days
Almonds/Walnuts	35-45	8.75-11.25%	1000-1200 L	Every 14-21 days
Tomatoes	25-35	6.25-8.75%	800-1000 L	Every 7-10 days
Melons	25-35	6.25-8.75%	600-800 L	Every 10-14 days
Coffee	30-40	7.5-10%	400-600 L	Selective by pressure
Bananas/Plantains	30-40	7.5-10%	400-600 L	Every 14-21 days

Steps to Prepare the Mixture

Before You Begin

Inspect equipment: Verify sprayer is clean and working correctly. Check nozzles and filters.
Prepare water: Use clean water, preferably with pH between 6.5-8.0. If water is too alkaline, use an acidifier.
Gather supplies: Protecsol powder, water, mixing container, agitator, measuring tools.

Mixing Procedure

Fill tank: Place 200-300 L of water in mixing tank (do not fill completely).
Create suspension: While gently stirring, slowly add Protecsol powder to avoid clumping.
Mix thoroughly: Stir continuously for 5-10 minutes until you have a homogeneous suspension.
Complete volume: Add water to reach 400 L desired volume, continuing to stir.
Verify consistency: Mixture should look uniform with a "milk" white/creamy appearance.

Important

Do not let mixture sit idle for more than 2 hours. Stir continuously during application to maintain uniform suspension. If mixture settles, re-mix before continuing.

Field Application Guide

Best Time to Apply

Time: Early morning (before 10 AM) or late afternoon (after 4 PM)

Weather: Cloudy or partly cloudy is ideal. Avoid rain expected within 2 hours.

Wind: Apply in light winds (5-15 km/h). Avoid very windy days.

Avoid: Do not apply with rain, dense fog, temps above 28°C or very low humidity.

Correct Coverage

Goal: Achieve 80-90% coverage of leaf and fruit surface.

Pressure: Use 200-250 psi (14-17 bar) for fine mist pattern that adheres to plants.

Nozzles: Use "fan" type nozzles 80.02 to 80.04 producing fine droplets.

Technique: Apply from both sides of plant, moving sprayer top to bottom.

Application Checklist

Confirm correct dosage for crop
Mixture properly prepared without lumps
Equipment clean, filters clean, nozzles working
Adequate weather (no imminent rain)
Temperature between 10-28°C
Apply when leaves are dry
Ensure uniform coverage
Maintain stirring during entire application
Record date, time, dosage applied

Harvest Washing Guide

One key advantage of Protecsol is that it completely washes off at harvest with no residue. Here's how to ensure complete removal:

Fruit Preparation

Harvest fruit when completely ripe
Place in clean containers without excessive packing
Transport quickly to packing station

Washing Process

Use clean water at room temperature (15-20°C)
First rinse: 3-5 minutes in running water
Second rinse: 5-10 minutes with gentle movement
Final rinse: clean water until film is removed

Important Note

Protecsol is a natural mineral (kaolin) that adheres physically to fruit surface without absorption. Gentle water washing is sufficient for complete removal. No chemical detergents or special cleaners needed.

Recommended Application Calendar by Crop

Apple (Southern Hemisphere)

October (Bloom): First preventive application (low dose 25 kg)

November-January: Applications every 10-14 days (normal dose 30-40 kg) when fruit reaches 40% final size

February-March: Reduce frequency if pest pressure decreases, maintain sun protection

Last application: 3-4 weeks before harvest

Citrus (Year-Round - Selective Protection)

Spring: After fruit set when fruit is small (low dose 25 kg)

Summer: Applications every 14-21 days (normal dose 35-45 kg) during peak radiation hours

Fall: Reduce to every 21-28 days if well covered

Winter: Selective applications based on pest presence

Grape (October - March)

October: First application at pre-bloom (low dose 25 kg)

November-December: Every 10-14 days post-bloom and fruit set (normal dose 30-40 kg)

January-February: Every 10-14 days during berry maturation (normal dose)

Last 3 weeks before harvest: Suspend applications to allow natural washing

Compatibility with Other Products

Protecsol can be used in combination with many other agricultural products. Here are recommendations:

Product	Compatibility	Recommendation
Fungicides (sulfur, copper)	Compatible	Apply Protecsol first, wait 1-2 hours, then fungicide
Biological insecticides	Compatible	Apply on alternate days for maximum effectiveness
Chemical synthetic insecticides	Caution	Protecsol may interfere with absorption; apply separately
Foliar fertilizers	Compatible	Mix in same tank (apply fertilizer first)
Horticultural oils	Caution	Protecsol reduces oil adhesion; reduce oil dose
Alkaline products (pH > 8)	Not Compatible	Use separately; if mixing necessary, acidify water first

Best Practices for Maximum Effectiveness

Before Application

Monitor pest pressure and solar stress
Check weather forecast
Calibrate application equipment
Verify tank is clean
Check nozzle condition

During Application

Maintain constant stirring
Apply both sides of plant
Ensure uniform coverage
Do not apply if rain expected
Record application in field notebook

After Application

Monitor plant conditions
Record application date and time
Thoroughly clean equipment
Verify adherence in 24 hours
Evaluate re-application need

Continuous Monitoring

Inspect leaves/fruit 3-5 days post-application
Evaluate protective film coverage
Count live/dead pests
Record weather conditions
Adjust frequency based on results

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