
Advanced Adjuvant Technology
designed for the Citrus Industry
OROCIT® is a scientifically advanced adjuvant designed specifically for improving the efficacy of inputs for the citrus industry. It has been shown to provide superior results when mixed with pesticides for the control of Asian Citrus Psyllid and other insect and disease pests. OROCIT provides superior spreading, wetting and penetration compared to alternative surfactants such as crop oil concentrates (COC), methylated seed oils (MSO), high surfactant methylated seed oils (HSMSO), silicone surfactants (SS) and non-ionic surfactants (NIS).
OROCIT has been extensively field tested and is an excellent spreader of contact pesticides when mixed at low rates and when mixed at higher rates provides penetration of inputs to a tree’s phloem to distribute materials throughout the tree and the roots.
- Herbicide
- Insecticide / Fungicide / Miticide
- Foliar Nutrition
OROCIT for Herbicide Programs
Quicken the Translocation of Systemic Herbicides throughout Weeds
A recent Oro Agri-commissioned study conducted by the University of Illinois has shown the TransPhloemTM technology contained in OROCIT offers producers improved translocation of herbicides to kill weeds faster and improve field conditions for all commercial crops.
OROCIT provides superior results compared to other adjuvant types and various crop oils, resulting in faster weed kill to improve the potential for higher yields.
Benefits of OROCIT plus herbicides include:
- TransPhloemTM technology delivers MORE post-emergent, systemic herbicide to the weeds’ roots FASTER than other types of adjuvants
- Superior spreading, wetting, and penetrating properties compared to other adjuvants
- Enhanced rainfastness due to fast cuticle penetration
- Ideal for herbicide resistance management
Lambsquarters treated with Roundup PowerMAX®
TransPhloemTM technology, incorporated in all Oro Agri foliar-applied adjuvants including WETCIT®, VINTRE®, OROCIT® and OROBOOST®, quickens the translocation of systemic herbicides throughout the plant leading to a faster kill off. In the pictures above, an application of an Oro Agri adjuvant containing TransPhloemTM technology combined with glyphosate resulted in a quicker kill of the lambsquarter weed.
This University of Illinois phosphorescent image shows translocation from a single leaf covered with herbicide and an Oro Agri foliar-applied adjuvant with TransPhloemTM technology, spreading throughout lambsquarter and delivering material to roots within 12 hours. TransPhloemTM technology is incorporated in all Oro Agri foliar-applied adjuvants: WETCIT, VINTRE, OROCIT and OROBOOST
OROCIT for Insecticide / Fungicide / Miticide Programs
Superior spreading, wetting and penetration for superior results.
OROCIT with TransPhloemTM technology provides the ideal method for improving the efficacy of pesticide applications. Field tests have shown OROCIT provides better coverage and penetration to deliver more active ingredients into plants and provide a more complete barrier to infestation. Unlike oil-based adjuvants, OROCIT does not leave sticky residues and provides quicker and more complete penetration through leaf surfaces.
Benefits of OROCIT plus insecticides / fungicides / miticides include:
- Penetrates waxy cuticles to move systemic pesticides into the plant quickly
- Is an excellent spreader, at low rates, for contact pesticides
- Knocks down mite webbing and leaves no sticky residue to attract dust and cause mite flare-ups
- Does not decrease stomatal conductance, unlike crop oil sprays that reduce transpiration and increase plant stress
Asian Citrus Phyllid control on oranges
OROCIT for Foliar Nutrition Programs
Better spreading and better absorption for better results.
OROCIT with TransPhloemTM technology maximizes foliar fertilization by increasing absorption of nutrients through superior deposition and penetration through leaf surfaces. TransPhloemTM technology allows for faster and more complete nutrient movement into and throughout plants than other adjuvants and surfactants. Better absorption with OROCIT’s proprietary formulation can increase quality and the potential for higher yields.
Benefits of OROCIT use with foliar applied nutrients include:
- Increased nutrient uptake into the plant
- Ensures complete coverage for better nutrient distribution
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Does not decrease stomatal conductance, unlike crop oil sprays that reduce transpiration and increase plant stress
OROCIT shows dramatic improvement of deposition on leaves

*Always read and follow the product labels for more complete information and application directions.
Label & Application Instructions
A real benefit to growers is the versatility OROCIT adjuvant brings to spray programs. OROCIT has the capability to act as a wetter, spreader, penetrant and a translocation aid depending on the use rate. Regardless of whether you are spraying a contact or systemic pesticide or foliar nutrient OROCIT can deliver it to the desired action site — giving the active ingredients the best chance for peak performance. This makes selecting the right adjuvant simple and means you don’t have to buy several adjuvants for your different spray programs.
Mix 16 – 96 ounces per acre in sufficient water to provide complete coverage. Do not exceed a usage rate greater than 0.3% v/v. Do not exceed 64 ounces per acre during June to September high volume sprays (>400 gpa).
Recommendation:
- Use 16 -32 ounces for spreading and wetting of contact pesticides.
- Use 32- 96 ounces per acre for spreading, wetting and penetration of systemic pesticides and nutrients.
- Use a higher rate when applying to a dense canopy or thick foliage
Mix 16 to 100 ounces per 100 gallons of water.
Recommendation:
- Use 16 -32 ounces for spreading and wetting of contact herbicides.
- Use 32- 96 ounces per acre for spreading, wetting and penetration of systemic herbicides.
- Use a higher rate when weeds are mature, hardened off or under stress.
Use 10 – 20 ounces in sufficient water to provide complete coverage
Research / Field Tests / Spray Guides
Field Test Results
CITRUS BUD MITE CONTROL WITH OROCIT® ADJUVANT + MOVENTO
CITRUS THRIP CONTROL WITH OROCIT® ADJUVANT + MOVENTO
TRANSPIRATION RATES OF CITRUS WITH OROCIT® ADJUVANT AND MINERAL OIL
Field Test Results
ASIAN CITRUS PSYLLID CONTROL WITH OROCIT® ADJUVANT + MICROMITE® AND AGRI-MEK®
ASIAN CITRUS PSYLLID CONTROL WITH OROCIT® ADJUVANT + DELEGATE® WG
CITRUS BLACK SPOT CONTROL WITH OROCIT® ADJUVANT + AZOXYSTROBIN/MANCOZEB