Effect of washing on persistence of residues of mancozeb in cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum Maton) capsules

Abstract

Experiments on degradation of the fungicide mancozeb on cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) capsules by processing techniques indicated that thorough washing had a profound influence on the removal of surface residues. A waiting period of 8 to 14 days in the case of fresh capsules could be brought down to 3 to 4 days by washing.