The present invention relates to compositions and methods for controlling apple powdery mildew comprising treating an apple tree with a silicone containing surfactant and 3-(difluoromethyl)-1-methyl -N-[(3R)-1,1,3-trimethyl-2,3-dihydroinden-4-yI]py razole-4-carboxamide.La presente invención se refiere a composiciones y métodos para el control de la cenicilla del manzano, que comprenden tratar un manzano con un agente tensoactivo que contiene silicón y 3-(difluorometilo)-1-metil -N-[(3R)-1,1,3-trimetil-2,3-dihidroinde n-4-il]pirazol-4-carboxamida.