Buy Pseudomonas fluorescens for Black Pepper – Control Quick Wilt and Foot Rot

Kozhikode’s black pepper is famous, but quick wilt (foot rot) caused by Phytophthora capsici is a constant threat. The pathogen attacks roots, collar region, and leaves. Infected vines show sudden yellowing and drooping, and the entire vine can collapse within days. The fungus survives in soil for years. Chemical fungicides often fail because Phytophthora develops resistance.

Pseudomonas fluorescens is the proven organic solution that breaks the disease cycle.

What the research says:

  • Metabolites of P. fluorescens cause up to 72% inhibition of mycelial growth of Phytophthora capsici.

  • The metabolites completely inhibit sporangial production – the most explosive phase in the disease cycle – with percent inhibition from 89‑98%.

  • Germination of zoospores (the infective stage) is inhibited by up to 90%.

  • Partial characterisation detected two powerful antibiotics: pyoluteorin and pyrrolnitrin.

  • Volatile metabolites (including HCN) also inhibit mycelial growth and sporangia production.

  • Biosurfactant‑producing Pseudomonas bacteria are effective in controlling Phytophthora foot rot disease and promote root and shoot development.

How to apply Pseudomonas on black pepper:

Preventive soil application (twice a year):

  • Take 200‑250g of Bactostore’s Pseudomonas powder per vine

  • Mix with 20‑25 kg of well‑decomposed FYM or cow dung

  • Apply in the basin around the vine (15‑20 cm from the trunk) and cover with soil

  • Apply in April‑May (pre‑monsoon) and September‑October (post‑monsoon)

For active quick wilt (emergency treatment):

  • Soil drench: Mix 20g of Pseudomonas powder in 10 litres of water per vine. Drench the root zone thoroughly. Repeat after 15 days.

  • Foliar spray: Mix 2‑5 ml of Pseudomonas liquid (or 5g powder) in 1 litre of water. Spray on leaves, stems, and spikes every 10‑15 days.

Root dip for young pepper cuttings (before planting):

  • Mix 10g of powder in 1 litre of water

  • Dip the roots for 10 minutes before planting

Why this works: P. fluorescens not only kills the fungus but also breaks the disease cycle by inhibiting sporangia formation and zoospore germination – something chemical fungicides cannot do.

Buy Pseudomonas for your pepper vines today.
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