Trichoderma Liquid vs Powder – Which One to Buy for Your Kannur Farm?

Many Kannur farmers ask us: which Trichoderma formulation should I buy – liquid or powder? Here is a simple guide.

Liquid Trichoderma:

  • Best for foliar sprays, drip irrigation, and soil drenching when quick action is needed

  • Contains 1×10⁸ to 1×10⁹ CFU/ml of live spores

  • Shelf life: 12‑18 months – store at room temperature away from sunlight

  • Price: ₹200‑450 per litre

  • One litre, diluted at 2‑5 ml per litre of water, covers 1‑2 acres as foliar spray

  • Easy to measure and mix – no residue

  • Best for: banana foliar sprays, pepper vine sprays, nursery drenching, drip application

Powder Trichoderma (talc‑based):

  • Best for soil application, mixing with FYM, and root‑zone treatment

  • Contains >2×10⁹ CFU/g – higher spore concentration than liquid

  • Shelf life: 8‑12 months – store in a cool, dry place

  • Price: ₹200‑450 per kg

  • One kg mixed with 100‑200 kg FYM covers 1‑2 acres for soil application

  • One kg can treat about 80‑100 coconut/arecanut palms (200‑250g per palm)

  • Best for: coconut basin application, arecanut root rot prevention, banana planting pit treatment, pepper basin mixing

Which one should you buy for your Kannur farm?



Your need Recommended formulation
You have coconut/arecanut palms with root rot Powder – mix with FYM and apply in basin
You want to treat banana suckers before planting Powder – dip in slurry
You have active wilt or leaf blight Liquid – quick foliar spray or drench
You have a drip irrigation system Liquid – inject through drip
You need to treat nursery beds Liquid – easy to drench
You want long‑term soil protection Powder – lasts longer in soil
You want the best value for money Combo – use powder for soil, liquid for emergencies

Save money with Bactostore's combo offer:

  • 1 kg powder + 1 litre liquid – only ₹500 (regular ₹600, save ₹100)

  • Keep the powder for pre‑monsoon soil application (coconut, arecanut, pepper basins)

  • Keep the liquid for spot‑spraying when you see disease symptoms

Important note: Both formulations contain the same beneficial fungus – Trichoderma. The choice depends on how you plan to apply it. For soil application, powder is easier to mix with manure. For foliar spray or drip, liquid is more convenient.

How to order from Bactostore:

Call or WhatsApp 9146150117 with your product name and quantity. Mention "Kannur farmer" for 5% discount on first purchase. Cash on delivery above ₹500. Free delivery above ₹1000. Visit www.peaklab.co.in for online orders.

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