Synthos AGRO is the first manufacturer in Poland and worldwide to register a groundbreaking plant protection product – Disfera™ 090 EC – based on patented liposome technology. Disfera™ 090 EC is a response to the challenges of modern agriculture, which on one hand must become increasingly efficient, requiring effective crop protection, and on the other must meet the expectations of legislators and consumers to reduce the use of active substances.
Mixing Compatibility
Disfera™ 090 EC contains only non-ionic surfactants, adjuvants and other key formulation components, ensuring excellent compatibility with other agrochemicals in tank mixtures. Disfera™ 090 EC is an ideal partner in tank mixes with other fungicides. Compatibility tests confirm its very good performance when mixed with a wide range of plant protection products and micronutrient fertilisers. Additionally, Disfera™ 090 EC shows excellent stability in water of varying hardness (both soft and hard).
Effectiveness and Penetration = High Bioavailability of the Active Substance
Liposomes provide a stable and safe delivery system for the active substance difenoconazole, enhancing its absorption and enabling faster action within plant cells. ULT AGRO technology allows for effective control of pathogenic fungi using a reduced rate of difenoconazole per hectare of protected crop. The high efficacy of the product has been confirmed in numerous field trials (2022–2024), giving farmers confidence in successful crop protection.
Average efficacy (%) of fungal disease control following fungicide treatment in winter wheat crops
In 2022–2023, a total of 36 field trials* were conducted to evaluate the efficacy of Disfera™ 090 EC. The results showed that, when applied at the recommended rate, Disfera™ 090 EC effectively controlled diseases in winter wheat, including septoria leaf blotch, powdery mildew of cereals and grasses, brown rust, tan spot, and glume blotch. In this crop, the product demonstrated particularly high efficacy (≥ 90%) against brown rust and glume blotch.
*Field trials conducted by research institutions: Institute of Plant Protection – National Research Institute; SGS Polska Sp. z o.o.
Average efficacy (%) of fungal disease control following fungicide treatment in winter triticale crops
In 2022–2023, a total of 36 field trials* were conducted to verify the effectiveness of Disfera™ 090 EC. The results demonstrated that, when applied at the recommended rate, Disfera™ 090 EC effectively controlled diseases in winter triticale, such as powdery mildew of cereals and grasses, septoria leaf blotch, brown rust, and glume blotch. In this crop, the product showed particularly high efficacy (≥ 90%) in controlling brown rust.
* Field trials conducted by research institutions: Institute of Plant Protection – National Research Institute; SGS Polska Sp. z o.o.
Average efficacy (%) of fungal disease control following fungicide treatment in winter oilseed rape crops
In 2022–2023, a total of 36 field trials* were conducted to assess the efficacy of the fungicide Disfera™ 090 EC. The results showed that, when applied at the recommended rate, Disfera™ 090 EC effectively controlled diseases in winter oilseed rape, such as sclerotinia stem rot and phoma stem canker.
* Field trials conducted by research institutions: Institute of Plant Protection – National Research Institute; SGS Polska Sp. z o.o.
Higher Yield
Studies have shown that Disfera™ 090 EC supports increased crop yields: winter wheat – yield increase of 0.9 t/ha (+12.30%), winter triticale – yield increase of 0.5 t/ha (+7.14%), winter oilseed rape – yield increase of 0.7–0.8 t/ha (+20.50% or +23.50%).
Winter wheat
Winter triticale
Winter oilseed rape
Very High Active Substance Encapsulation Efficiency
Liposomes provide a stable and safe delivery system for the active substance difenoconazole, enhancing its absorption and enabling faster action within plant cells. ULT AGRO technology enables effective control of pathogenic fungi using a lower quantity of difenoconazole per hectare of protected crop. Tests have shown that the active substance is encapsulated in liposomes with an efficiency of up to 98%, which increases its bioavailability compared to free-form substances. The high efficacy of the product has been confirmed in numerous field trials (2022–2024), giving farmers confidence in successful crop protection.
Slow Release of the Active Substance
The formulation of Disfera™ 090 EC allows for the slow release of the active substance, which helps suppress pathogenic fungal activity and is particularly important in the context of potential secondary infections.
Enhanced Droplet Adhesion
Phospholipids in the product enhance the adhesion of spray droplets to leaves and promote the penetration of the active substance into plant cells. As a result, the active substance is better protected against external factors, which is especially important if rainfall occurs shortly after application.
Stability Regardless of Water Type
Once diluted, Disfera™ 090 EC remains stable regardless of the water used (both soft and hard water).
No Phytotoxic Effect
When used according to the recommendations, Disfera™ 090 EC does not cause phytotoxic effects on cultivated crops, while ensuring effective fungicidal action.
What is included in the composition of the Disfera™ 090 EC product?
The unique formulation allows for a reduction in the rate of the active substance while increasing its bioavailability and ensuring high efficacy in protecting crops against fungal pathogens.
The intelligent liposomal coating facilitates the penetration of difenoconazole through plant cell membranes.
The presence of phospholipids promotes the adhesion of spray droplets to leaves.
Liposomes form a stable and safe delivery system for difenoconazole, accelerating its action within plant cells.
How to properly prepare the spray liquid of Disfera™ 090 EC
1.Prepare a premix
Measure the required amount of product and mix in a separate container with 5-10 times more water, stirring until a uniform mixture is obtained.
At this stage, liposomes are formed.
2.Add the premix to the sprayer tank
Pour the premix through a sieve into the sprayer tank, half-filled with water (with the agitator running), then top up with water to the required volume and mix thoroughly.
