Shigoto Silwet 408 Super Spreader
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Shigoto Silwet 408 Super Spreader (IFFCO-MC)
The Ultimate Japanese Technology Silicon Adjuvant for Instant Absorption.
Shigoto Silwet 408 is not just a sticker; it is a premium "Super Spreader" brought to you by IFFCO-MC. While normal spreaders only help liquid stick to the leaf surface, Shigoto drastically reduces surface tension, allowing the spray to spread 10x wider and penetrate directly into the plant through microscopic pores.
Maximize your spray investment: Ensure your expensive insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides enter the plant instantly, even on waxy leaves like Cabbage, Lotus, or Sugarcane.
Why Choose This Product? Key Benefits
- ⏱️Rainfast in 2 Minutes: Rapid absorption means your spray is safe from rain wash-off almost immediately after application.
- ?️Super Spreading Action: Lowers surface tension to ~22 mN/m, allowing droplets to spread widely and reach hidden pests under leaves.
- ⏳Saves Water & Labor: Enables Low Volume Spraying (LVS). You can reduce water usage by up to 50% without losing efficacy.
- ?️Stomatal Infiltration: Unique technology forces the medicine directly into the plant's breathing pores (stomata) for instant results.
- ?Perfect for Waxy Crops: Breaks through the waxy barrier of crops like Onion, Garlic, and Cabbage where normal sprays fail.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Shigoto Silwet 408 |
| Technical Name | Polyalkyleneoxide Modified Heptamethyltrisiloxane |
| IRAC MoA Code | N/A (Adjuvant) |
| Chemical Group | Organosilicone (Trisiloxane Ethoxylate) |
| Formulation | Liquid Surfactant |
| Toxicity Label | Blue/Green (Handle with Care) |
How It Works: Mode of Action
[Image of stomatal infiltration process in leaves]
Shigoto works on the principle of physics rather than chemistry, altering the behavior of water droplets on the leaf surface.
- Tension Reduction: It drastically lowers the surface tension of water from 72 mN/m to 20 mN/m. This prevents droplets from "beading up" and rolling off.
- Super Spreading: The droplets flatten instantly, covering an area 10 to 50 times larger than normal water, ensuring the entire leaf (including the underside) is wet.
- Stomatal Flooding: The extremely low surface tension allows the liquid to bypass the waxy cuticle and rush into the open stomata (breathing pores), delivering the medicine directly into the plant system.
This mechanism makes it highly effective for systemic fungicides and herbicides.
Target Crops & Pests
[Image of spraying pesticides on paddy field]
| Crop | Target Uses |
|---|---|
| Field Crops (Rice, Wheat, Sugarcane) | Brown Plant Hopper (BPH), Blast, Weed Control (Phalaris minor), Woolly Aphid. |
| Cash Crops (Cotton, Soybean) | Whitefly, Thrips (Underside of leaf), Defoliants, Post-emergent herbicides. |
| Horticulture (Grapes, Veg, Fruits) | Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, Mites, DBM on Cabbage/Cauliflower. |
Dosage & Application Guide
The Golden Rule: Always follow the "Dose per Acre" for accurate results. Do not overdose, as this may cause runoff.
Dosage per Acre, Litre, & Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI)
| Crop/Use | Dose (ml / Acre) | Water (L / Acre) | Dose (ml / Litre) | PHI (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fungicides & Insecticides | 50 ml | 150 - 200 L | 0.25 - 0.33 ml | As per main chemical |
| Herbicides (Weedicides) | 50 - 200 ml | 150 L | 0.33 - 1.0 ml | As per main chemical |
| Plant Growth Regulators (PGR) | 40 - 75 ml | 150 L | 0.25 - 0.5 ml | As per main chemical |
*General Thumb Rule: 5 ml per 15 Liter Spray Pump.
How to Apply: Best Practices
- Mixing Order (WALES): Always add Shigoto Silwet 408 LAST in the tank. Fill water → Add Pesticide → Mix → Add Shigoto at the end to prevent excessive foaming.
- Timing: Use the mixture within 24 hours. Silicones can degrade if left in acidic or alkaline water for too long.
- Coverage: Spray until the leaves are wet. Do not spray to the point where liquid is dripping off the leaves (Run-off).
- Safety: Always wear PPE (gloves, mask, goggles). Do not use in mist blowers that create very fine fog; use standard nozzles to avoid inhaling the spray.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use Shigoto with agricultural drones?
Yes! Shigoto is the perfect partner for Kisan Drones. Since drones use very little water (10L/acre), Shigoto ensures those few droplets spread out to cover the whole plant.
2. Is Shigoto different from normal "Chipku" or stickers?
Yes. Ordinary stickers only help glue the chemical to the leaf. Shigoto is a "Super Spreader" that actively spreads the water and forces it inside the leaf pores.
3. Can I use it on Cabbage and Colocasia (Arbi) leaves?
Absolutely. These leaves are very waxy and repel water. Shigoto breaks this tension, wetting the entire leaf surface for effective pest control (like DBM).
4. Does it help during the rainy season?
Yes. It makes the spray "Rainfast" in less than 2 minutes. If it rains 15 minutes after you spray, your medicine is already inside the plant and won't wash away.
5. What is the shelf life of the product?
The product has a shelf life of 2 years when stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Safety & Disclaimer
Always read and follow the instructions on the official product label. The information provided here is for guidance only. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) during application. Harmful if inhaled or if it comes in contact with eyes—rinse thoroughly if exposed.
