In today’s article, we will talk about one of the most common fungal diseases, which is known as vertiliosis, and we will also discuss ways to fight it.
Vertillosis is widespread worldwide and causes disease of more than 300 species of woody and herbaceous plants. Moderate weather is more favorable for its development and it mainly spreads in the soil as a result of high humidity.
The disease appears on one or more branches, often only on one side of the tree, the leaves turn yellow and wither prematurely, it affects the plant at any age, although plants from 2 to 5 years old are especially at risk.
The active period of vertiliosis is summer, from June to August, it develops in the conducting system and the wood necrosis is easily observed on cross section. The fungus blocks the movement of water and nutrients in the plant. Even on those plants on which the disease is less pronounced, verticillosis spreads quickly from the tip to the trunk and causes the branches to die.
Now let’s talk about ways to prevent and treat this disease:
Agrotechnical measure – which involves making inter-row drainages and freeing the roots from excess water.
Agrocompany Baraka recommends using a fully systemic fungicidal relect, which includes aluminum fosetyl 800 g/kg, during chemical treatment . What makes it special is that it moves throughout the plant and has a curative effect against verticillium wilt.
Biological measure – in which the symbiotic fungus Trichoderma is used. Baraka’s range includes Trichosim Bio produced by the Spanish company Symborg. It is developed in a liquid medium and has a strong fungicidal effect against root diseases, it causes the degradation of the cell wall of the pathogenic fungus and the deprivation of nutrients. Trichoderma binds to plant roots and promotes its development, as a result of which the plant better absorbs water and nutrients, as well as regulates existing microorganisms in the rhizosphere. Finally, by using Trichosim Bio, we get strong and uniform plants, increased harvest and rhizospheric balance.
If you want to protect your garden from pests and diseases, visit Agrocompany Baraka stores and our agronomists will help you to get perfect agroconsultation on the correct use of pesticides and fertilizers to get a quality and abundant harvest.
Baraka wishes you good luck!
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