BASF has launched Revycare, a new fungicide designed to enhance control of citrus black spot for South African farmers. This product is the first in the country to feature the active ingredient Revysol, a novel isopropanol-azole. It is also combined with F500, BASF’s well-established strobilurin, to provide an effective solution for citrus growers.
Revysol’s unique molecular structure allows for excellent systemic and translaminar movement within leaves, delivering thorough disease control and extended protection throughout the crop’s growth stages. BASF is also evaluating Revysol’s potential for addressing other diseases in various crops.
“At BASF, we are dedicated to continuous innovation to address the evolving challenges faced by farmers,” said Rita van der Merwe, portfolio manager for speciality crops at BASF Agricultural Solutions in South Africa.
“Revycare represents a significant advancement in the fight against CBS, offering comprehensive protection with a simplified application process. Additionally, thanks to the combination with F500, it ensures complete control by targeting the fungus at all stages of development.”
Key benefits of Revycare:
- Simplified spray mixture: Revycare eliminates the need for mancozeb and oils in spray mixtures, reducing application complexity and costs. This streamlined approach saves farmers time and resources.
- Extended control window: The formulation of Revycare provides an extended application window, ensuring reliable control of latent infections throughout the fruit-growing season.
- Favourable ecological profile: Revycare is environmentally friendly, with low toxicity to non-target species such as birds, mammals, soil organisms, and bees.
- Increased market access: The product’s residue profile supports compliance with strict export market requirements, addressing concerns related to mancozeb restrictions.
With the introduction of Revycare and other upcoming products, BASF continues to lead in agricultural innovation, offering solutions that meet farmers’ needs while promoting sustainable practices.
“As BASF, we remain dedicated to developing unique solutions that simplify farm management and reduce complexity. By providing a product with a good regulatory profile, excellent efficacy, and high selectivity, BASF enables farmers to achieve excellent disease control while maintaining sustainability,” said Vikesh Vallabh, country manager for BASF Agricultural Solutions in Southern Africa.
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