Bayer Planofix - Plant Growth Regulator

Planofix is a plant growth regulator (PGR) containing Alpha Naphthyl Acetic Acid (4.5% SL), used to prevent premature flower and fruit drop, enhance fruit size, improve quality, and increase yield in crops like cotton, mango, grapes, and chillies by inhibiting ethylene production. It helps plants resist stress, promotes stronger roots, and can also offer some protection against pests like thrips and mites. 

Key Benefits & Uses:

• Reduces Shedding: Prevents the formation of the abscission layer, stopping the drop of flower buds, squares (in cotton), and unripe fruits.

• Increases Yield & Quality: Leads to larger, more uniform fruit and better overall crop production.

• Stress Resistance: Builds tolerance against adverse weather and drought.

• Versatile: Effective on a wide range of crops, including cotton, mango, grapes, pineapple, tomatoes, and chillies.

• Dual Action: Acts as a growth promoter and provides mild pest resistance. 

How it Works:

• Its active ingredient, Alpha Naphthyl Acetic Acid, suppresses ethylene gas, which normally causes shedding. 

Application Notes:

• Apply as a spray, often at flowering or fruit set, depending on the crop.

• Can be mixed with stickers for better results but avoid mixing with many other chemicals during sensitive flowering stages.

• Effective even at low doses, making it cost-effective.