Pascal

Comprehensive protection for cereals: experience with "Pascal"

When it comes to pre-sowing preparation for winter crops, an agronomist looks for a solution that covers all the "gaps" in defense. "Pascal" from Ukravit is exactly that: a product that replaces three separate operations. My experience with this seed treatment shows that it doesn't just protect the seeds; it gives the crop a powerful head start in conditions where the soil is saturated with infections and pests.

Why this treatment saves time and money

The main advantage of "Pascal" is the combination of four active ingredients (thiamethoxam, azoxystrobin, tebuconazole, fludioxonil). In the field, this feels like we don't have to guess whether the protection against wireworms or fusarium will work, because the formulation covers both groups of risks — insects and pathogens alike. A consumption rate of 0.5–1.0 L/t allows for a flexible approach to treatment depending on the field's infectious background.

• Systemic and contact action: The product works in two directions simultaneously. The systemic component is absorbed into the sprout, ensuring long-term protection during early growth phases, while the contact component creates a reliable barrier around the seed in the soil.
• Versatility: Protection against a complex of diseases (fusarium, septoria, spot blotch) and pests (ground beetles, flea beetles) relieves the headache of early insecticidal spraying.
• Efficiency: The emulsion adheres well to the grain, does not dust, and does not clog the nozzles of seed treatment machines, which is critical for productivity during the sowing campaign.

Operational tips

The product falls under Hazard Class 3, so standard safety precautions are essential. It is important to strictly follow the dosage. With a consumption rate of up to 1 L/t, the product covers the seed surface effectively without reducing field germination, even when sowing conditions are far from ideal. For winter wheat and barley, this is perhaps one of the most balanced tools available, allowing you to "forget" about root diseases and pests at least until mid-autumn.