Chamatkar Plant Growth Regulator - Mepiquat Chloride 5% for Potato & Cotton

Gharda Chamatkar® Plant Growth Regulator - Mepiquat Chloride 5% Aqueous Solution (AS)

Chamatkar® Plant Growth Regulator from Gharda Chemicals is a plant growth regulator formulated with Mepiquat Chloride 5% Aqueous Solution (AS). It is designed to manage excessive vegetative growth and support a better balance between vegetative and reproductive growth.

Chamatkar works within plant tissues to regulate excessive shoot growth. It can help improve crop canopy management, promote healthier plant development and support yield potential when used at the recommended crop stage.

The product is water soluble and is applied mainly as a foliar spray. Gharda recommends Chamatkar for crops including potato, cotton, groundnut, chickpea, soybean, brinjal and onion.

Product Overview

Composition & Technical Details

• Active Ingredient: Mepiquat Chloride 5%
• Formulation: 5% Aqueous Solution (AS)
• Product Category: Plant Growth Regulator
• Brand: Gharda Chemicals
• Application Method: Foliar spray
• Action: Systemic within plant tissue
• Solubility: Water soluble

Chamatkar Plant Growth Regulator Uses

• Managing excessive vegetative or leafy growth
• Supporting balanced vegetative and reproductive growth
• Improving crop canopy management
• Supporting healthier plant development
• Improving leaf colour and plant vigor
• Supporting yield potential
• Helping plants maintain a more balanced growth habit

Mode of Action

Chamatkar works systemically within the plant by influencing hormonal balance and moderating cell division in shoots. This reduces excessive vegetative growth, resulting in shorter, sturdier plants and better allocation of nutrients and energy toward reproductive growth such as flowers and fruits.

Key Features & Benefits

• Helps control excessive vegetative growth
• Supports balanced vegetative and reproductive development
• Improves crop canopy management
• Supports deeper green leaf colour
• Helps maintain plant vigor
• Supports better utilization of plant resources
• Helps manage excessive leafy growth
• Supports yield potential
• Water-soluble formulation for convenient foliar application
• Suitable for multiple crops when used according to the recommended label directions
  

Recommended Crops

• Cotton
• Potato
• Groundnut
• Chickpea
• Soybean
• Brinjal
• Onion

Chamatkar Dose & Application

How to Apply Chamatkar

1. Use the recommended crop-specific dosage.
2. Dilute Chamatkar in the required quantity of clean water.
3. Apply as a uniform foliar spray.
4. Apply at the crop growth stage recommended for that crop.
5. Ensure good spray coverage of the crop canopy.
6. Avoid applying more than the recommended dose.

Precautions & Storage

• Read the product label carefully before use.
• Use only the recommended crop-specific dosage.
• Do not exceed the recommended application rate.
• Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and other recommended personal protective equipment during spraying.
• Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
• Keep the product away from children and animals.
• Store in the original, tightly closed container.
• Keep in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight.
• Always follow the manufacturer's label recommendations before mixing Chamatkar with other agricultural products.

Disclaimer

The information provided here is for reference only. Always read and follow the product label instructions, recommended dosage, and safety precautions before use. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is Chamatkar Plant Growth Regulator?

Chamatkar is a plant growth regulator from Gharda Chemicals containing Mepiquat Chloride 5% Aqueous Solution (AS). It is used to control excessive vegetative growth and support balanced crop development.

2. What is the technical name of Chamatkar?

The technical name of Chamatkar is Mepiquat Chloride 5% AS. It is a water-soluble plant growth regulator formulation.

3. What are the uses of Chamatkar PGR?

Chamatkar PGR is used to manage excessive vegetative growth, improve crop canopy management and support balanced vegetative and reproductive growth. It is recommended for crops such as cotton, potato, groundnut, chickpea, soybean, brinjal and onion.

4. What is the Chamatkar dose per acre?

The dose depends on the crop. Gharda recommends approximately 400–500 ml/acre for cotton, 500–600 ml/acre for potato, and 500 ml/acre for several other recommended crops. Always follow the crop-specific product label before spraying.

5. Can Chamatkar be used for chickpea?

Yes. Chamatkar is recommended for chickpea at the onset of flowering, with a manufacturer's recommendation of 1.25 L/ha formulation in 500 L/ha water, equivalent to approximately 500 ml/acre in 200 L/acre water. Follow the product label for the final application instructions.