Crystal Crop Protection Launches Dominaris for Downy Mildew Management in Grapes

NEW DELHI: Crystal Crop Protection Ltd has announced the commercial launch of ‘DOMINARIS’, a specialized crop protection solution aimed at managing ‘Downy Mildew’ in vineyards.

Downy Mildew presents a substantial challenge to grape cultivation, capable of damaging foliage, developing bunches, shoots, and inflorescence. Such infections can directly compromise overall crop health and the final quality of the harvest.

According to the company, ‘DOMINARIS’ integrates a dual mode of action alongside strong acropetal movement, reliable rain fastness, and extended duration protection. These technical attributes are intended to provide grape growers with a comprehensive method for managing the disease.

The solution functions across multiple key stages of disease development. It acts upon both spores and germinated hyphae, effectively helping to restrict the initial establishment of the disease as well as its subsequent spread across the crop.

Additionally, the advanced formulation is engineered to safeguard both current and newly emerging foliage during sensitive periods of crop development. By assisting in the maintenance of a healthy green canopy and supporting continuous new growth, the product is designed to help secure the crop through vital developmental phases while encouraging uniform bunch development.

Commenting on the launch, Ankur Aggarwal, Chairman and Managing Director of Crystal Crop Protection, stated that in high-value crops like grapes, effective disease management is directly tied to harvest quality and economic value. He noted that the dual mode of action and rain fastness of ‘DOMINARIS’ address these field challenges directly through a technology-led approach aimed at protecting crop health, quality, and grower profitability.

Sohit Satyawali, Chief Business Officer for the Brands Business at Crystal Crop Protection, added that protecting grape crops extends beyond simply treating a disease after it manifests. He emphasized that maintaining canopy health throughout critical growth stages influences the ultimate harvest quality, and that ‘DOMINARIS’ was developed to meet this operational requirement for growers.

"The introduction of specialized solutions like Dominaris highlights the importance of targeted disease management in high-value agricultural segments such as viticulture. For agribusinesses and input providers, addressing specific crop vulnerabilities with clear technical advantages—such as dual modes of action and weather resilience—directly impacts farmer productivity and market adoption. Aligning product development with the practical field challenges faced by growers remains a fundamental driver of sustainable growth in the agricultural sector." — Dr. Shishir Gupta, Founder & CEO, StartupLanes