RATNA ETHERIL
Ethephon 39% SL
RATNA ETHERIL (Ethephon 39% SL) is a plant growth regulator from Ratnakar India Ltd, Ahmedabad - India's leading agrochemical manufacturer, supplier, and exporter. Ethephon releases ethylene gas in plant tissue, promoting flower induction, fruit ripening, latex yield, defoliation, and improved fruit quality across pineapple, pomegranate, mango, coffee, tomato, rubber, cotton, groundnut, gram, and vegetables. RATNA ETHERIL is a versatile ethylene-generating plant growth regulator with diverse crop applications. Manufactured and exported by Ratnakar India from Gujarat, RATNA ETHERIL is a trusted plant growth management tool for farmers and horticulturists seeking precise crop physiological control for improved yield, quality, and harvest management.
| Mode of Action | Plant Growth Regulator |
|---|---|
| Major Crops | Pineapple, Pomegranate, Mango, Coffee, Tomato, Rubber, Cotton, Groundnut, Grams, Vegetables |
| Target Pests | For Flower Induction, Defoliation For Better Flowering And Fruit Yield, For Breaking Alternate Bearing Tendencies, Post Harvest Treatment, Uniform Ripening Of Berries, For Boosting Latex Yield |
| Packing | 50 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 Ltr. |
FAQ for RATNA ETHERIL
What is Ethephon in RATNA ETHERIL and how does it work?
Ethephon releases ethylene gas when absorbed by plant tissue at physiological pH. Ethylene is a natural plant hormone that promotes ripening, flowering, defoliation, and latex production in treated plants.
Can RATNA ETHERIL be used for mango flowering?
Yes, RATNA ETHERIL helps break alternate bearing in mango by promoting uniform flowering, contributing to more consistent annual yields and reducing the off-year production problem common in mango cultivation.
Is RATNA ETHERIL used in rubber plantations?
Yes, RATNA ETHERIL (Ethephon) is widely used in rubber plantations applied to the tapping panel to stimulate latex flow, significantly boosting latex yield per tapping without harming tree productivity.
How does RATNA ETHERIL help in cotton defoliation?
Ethephon in RATNA ETHERIL promotes cotton leaf defoliation when applied before harvest, facilitating mechanised harvesting, reducing trash content in harvested cotton, and improving overall fiber quality.
Can RATNA ETHERIL promote uniform ripening in tomato?
Yes, RATNA ETHERIL promotes uniform ripening in tomato by releasing ethylene, useful for processing tomato crops where synchronised ripening facilitates single-pick mechanised harvest operations.