Verticillium Lecanii Powder 25 Kg Drum

Product Name:

Verticillium Lecanii BioProtect - Insect & Aphid Pathogenic Fungus

Cfu Cells/Gram:

Minimum 2 x 10^8 (200 Million) viable spores per gram | Specialized strain for soft-bodied insect control.

Base:

Available in formulations optimized for adhesion and persistence:

• Wettable Powder (WP): For standard foliar application.

• Dextrose Powder / Water Soluble Powder (WS): For fertigation and foliar spray.

Benefits:

• Specialized Aphid & Whitefly Control: Highly effective against aphids, whiteflies, thrips, and mealybugs through direct spore germination on the insect's cuticle.

• Long-Lasting Protection: Spores persist on plant surfaces, providing continuous control and reducing pest resurgence.

• Safe for Beneficial Insects: Does not harm pollinators, ladybugs, lacewings, or parasitic wasps, making it ideal for Integrated Pest Management (IPM).

• Resistance-Free Solution: Offers an effective alternative to chemical insecticides, helping manage insecticide resistance.

• Eco-Friendly & Organic: Leaves no harmful residues, safe for humans, wildlife, and the environment, and suitable for organic production.

Suggested For Crops:

Effective against sap-sucking pests in:

• Vegetables: Tomato, Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Cabbage

• Fruits: Citrus, Grapes, Strawberry, Mango

• Field Crops: Cotton, Soybean

• Ornamentals & Greenhouse Crops

• Nurseries & Seedlings

Spray Dosage:

• Foliar Spray: Mix 2.0 - 2.5 grams of WP or OBS powder per liter of water.

• Dosage per Acre: Apply 800 grams - 1.0 kg of product per acre in 200–300 liters of water, ensuring thorough coverage of undersides of leaves.

• Timing: Spray during late evening or early morning when humidity is high (>80%) and temperatures are mild (20–28°C).

Soil Application Dosage:

• Not typically used for soil application. Primarily a foliar bio-insecticide.

• Can be used as a preventive soil drench in greenhouses at 3–5 grams per liter for early pest suppression in potting media.

Note:

• Humidity Critical: Requires high humidity (≥80%) for 10–12 hours after spraying to ensure spore germination and infection.

• Compatibility: Do not mix with chemical fungicides. Compatible with most bio-pesticides and natural surfactants.

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration (4–8°C) recommended for long-term viability.

• Best Results: Apply at the first sign of pest infestation and repeat after 7–10 days under favorable conditions.