• It is a universally accepted fact that excessive use of chemicals is detrimental to human health.
  • However, modern-day intensive horticultural practices leave very little scope for utilizing presently available slow-acting herbal formulations to replace existing chemicals since it is not economically viable.
  • Tree crops and vines have a long gestation period and complex agronomy; hence they cannot be replaced easily. Biotic and abiotic challenges associated with these crops require specialized solutions.
  • The Department of Horticulture recommends 18 chemical sprays over the growing period of Apple crops (five months).
  • In their anxiety to achieve fast & effective control of pests or diseases, apple farmers more often use excessive dosages.
  • Many of the presently used pesticides and fungicides are known to have carcinogenic effects on humans.
  • There is an urgent need to replace these harmful chemicals with safe and chemical-free alternatives.
  • Our formulations are based on exclusive research in India as well as in the EU and extensive field trials.
  • Our ingredients are sourced from specialized extracts of spices, herbs (western), and edible vegetable fats and resins extracted using state-of-the-art facilities.
  • Hi cell Crop Sciences Pvt Ltd has many patent-applied products and technologies.
  • Our products are the result of out-of-the-box thinking and formulation, needless to say, they are unique.
  • Each of our products has targeted efficacy against a particular disease plus additional secondary benefits for the crop.

 

BIOTIC CHALLENGES IN APPLE CULTIVATION

 

  • Powdery mildew.
  • Various Fungal Infections
  • Sucking pests.
  • Bacterial infections

 

ABIOTIC CHALLENGES IN APPLE CULTIVATION.

 

  • Early season flower drop.
  • Early season fruit drop.
  • Ethylene reduction.
  • Uneven maturity resulting in uneven fruit size and unreliable quality.
  • Delayed starch degradation.

POST HARVEST CHALLENGES APPLE MARKETING

 

  • Fruit Cracking early and late season.
  • Water core development.
  • Soft Fruit core.
  • Late season fruit drop.
  • Uneven color.

Hi CELL BONUS – POWDERY MILDEW

  • HI Cell Bonus has a proven track record to control powdery mildew in all types of crops, including Grapes, Cucurbits, Apples, and Stone fruits.
  • Hi Cell Bonus is also beneficial against Sclerectonia rolfsii type of pathogens.
  • At 2ml/liter, it has preventive action, and at 4ml/L, “Hi Cell Bonus” has curative action.
  • 100% herbal safe and tested for MRL as per EU norms.
  • HI Cell Bonus improves the quality and size of the fruits.

HI CELL SHAKTI – FUNGAL INFECTIONS

Hi Cell Shakti is the most preferred biological formulation for the control of most fungal infections.

It has a preventive effect @ 1.5ml/L and curative effect @ 3ml/L.

100% herbal safe and tested as per EU MRL norms for the export of grapes.

Hi Cell Shakti will never disappoint.

HI CELL MASTER – BACTERIAL INFECTIONS

  • Effective against all types of bacterial infections, including soil and airborne ones.
  • 100% herbal, and formulations tested as per EU MRL norms for the export of grapes.
  • In combination with Hi Cell Victor, it forms a very potent combination to control pests as well as bacterial infections.

HI CELL VICTOR – PESTS AND WORMS

  • Hi Cell Victor is an effective safe herbal formulation MRLs tested as per Grape export norms to the EU.
  • Hi Cell Victor applied @ 2ml/L is most effective against sucking pests, whereas for worms, the effective concentration is 4ml/L.
  • Hi Cell Victor induces early flowering in most of the crops.

HI CELL VITIS : Size and Sweetness (brix)

The number one choice of the farmers to increase sweetness, size, and bloom in apples.

Hi Cell Vitis when applied @2.5ml/L 3-4 weeks before harvest increases the brix and size of apples.

Size and brix increases would also mean enhanced yield and profits.

HI CELL VICEROY : Early flower and fruit drop

Hi Cell Viceroy applied @ 2.5ml/L after the onset of flowering will delay the process of Flower senescence, and hence more time for the pistilate flowers to pollinate and bear fruits.

Hi cell Viceroy applied @ 2.5 ml/L will reduce Ethylene production in senescent parts of the flowers.

Hi cell Viceroy applied @ 2.5ml/L will reduce early flower/young fruit drop induced by biotic-abiotic stress.

Hi cell Viceroy applied @ 2.5ml/L will reduce ethylene formation.

HI CELL SHINE – Mid-season Growth Issues

  • Mid-season growth poses many problems such as infestation of pests and fungal infection.
  • These issues can be successfully mitigated using Hi Cell Victor, Hi cell Shakti, Hi cell Bonus, and Hi cell Master.
  • To boost growth and disease tolerance, it is advisable to use Hi Cell Shine @ 3ml/L during growth stages.

HI CELL VICEROY – Late Season Fruit Drop and quality issues.

  • Late-season fruit drop can cost the farmer 10-20% of the yield.
  • Spraying of NAA is a temporary solution and many times does not give desired results.
  • Hi Cell Viceroy when applied @ 3-4ml/L will significantly reduce fruit drop caused by abiotic stress such as dry weather and hot winds.

HI CELL VICEROY Fruit Quality issues pre-harvest issues.

  • The application of Hi Cell Viceroy @ 3-4ml/L 2-4 weeks before harvest will ensure uniform maturity.
  • Hi Cell Viceroy @ 3-4 ml/L (2-4 weeks before) harvest will increase fruit firmness.
  • Hi cell Viceroy when applied 3-4 ml/L will increase fruit firmness.
  • Hi Cell Viceroy applied @ 3-4 ml/L will significantly reduce fruit cracking.

HI CELL VICEROY : Quality issues post-harvest.

  • The application of Hi Cell Viceroy 3-4 ml/L (2-4 weeks before harvest) will induce delayed starch degradation, thereby enhancing post-harvest quality.
  • Hi Cell Viceroy when applied 3-4 ml/L (2-4 weeks before harvest) will result in water core reduction.
  • Hi Cell Viceroy when applied 3-4 ml/L (2-4 weeks before harvest) will reduce internal flesh bleeding.
  • Hi Cell Viceroy when applied 3-4ml/L (2-4 weeks before harvest) will increase the shelf life of stored apples.

Transitional  Benefits

 

Disclaimer : It’s important to note that the effectiveness of these products may vary based on specific growing conditions, and it’s always best for farmers to consult with agricultural experts and follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for proper and safe usage.