As an eco-friendly biocontrol solution, Bacillus subtilis offers both preventive and curative action against fungal infections in crops. Sourced from naturally occurring soil bacteria, it provides a biological alternative to synthetic fungicides. It forms a protective microbial shield around plant roots, stems, and leaves, fostering a balanced soil ecosystem that promotes vigorous plant health.

This biofungicide strengthens the plant’s natural immune response, improving resistance to pathogens. It is ideal for organic farming and sustainable agriculture, ensuring high-yield, chemical-free crop production while protecting the environment, beneficial organisms, and human health.

Mechanism of Action

Bacillus subtilis employs a diverse biological strategy to combat fungal diseases effectively:

1. Competitive Exclusion: It rapidly colonizes the rhizosphere and leaf surfaces, depriving harmful fungi of space and essential nutrients. By establishing dominance in these areas, it prevents pathogen infiltration and growth.
2. Antimicrobial Compound Secretion: It produces potent antimicrobial agents, such as lipopeptides, which disrupt fungal cell membranes, inhibiting their growth and spread. These bioactive compounds create an unfavorable environment for fungal pathogens, blocking their progression.
3. Induced Systemic Resistance (ISR): When applied, it triggers the plant’s natural defense mechanisms, strengthening resistance against infections. This immune priming effect enhances the plant’s ability to fight off pathogens, reducing dependency on chemical treatments.
4. Enzymatic Degradation: It synthesizes fungal cell wall-degrading enzymes like chitinase and glucanase, which break down fungal structures, effectively neutralizing the threat.

1. Broad-Spectrum Disease Control:
   Bio Fungicide effectively manages a wide range of soil-borne and foliar fungal diseases such as Powdery Mildew, Downy Mildew, Grey Mold, Fusarium Wilt, Xanthomonas, Rhizoctonia Root Rot, Pythium Damping-Off, Alternaria Leaf Spot, and Sclerotia.
2. Preventive and Curative Action:
   This bio-fungicide offers both preventive and curative benefits, allowing growers to stop fungal diseases before they occur or control existing infections during critical plant growth stages.
3. Enhances Soil and Plant Health:
   Bacillus subtilis in the formulation promotes root development, boosts the plant’s immune system, and enhances nutrient uptake, leading to healthier plants and increased yields.
4. Environmental Safety:
   Non-toxic to humans, animals, and pollinators, Bio Fungicide leaves no harmful residues on crops and is safe for use in environmentally diverse agricultural systems.
5. Compatible with Integrated Pest Management (IPM):
   It integrates smoothly with IPM programs, allowing farmers to reduce chemical use while maintaining crop health and productivity through sustainable practices.
6. Residue-Free Farming:
   Enables farmers to produce chemical-free crops that meet strict food safety standards, supporting consumer health and building market trust.

Method of Application:

1. Foliar Application

Recommended Crops:

1. Vegetables: Cucurbit vegetables, leafy vegetables, fruiting vegetables
2. Fruits: Grapes, strawberries, apples, bananas, citrus, and tropical fruits
3. Cereals: Wheat, rice, corn
4. Oilseed Crops: Rubber, tuber/bulb crops, seed crops, and spice crops
5. Nursery Plants & Ornamental Plants: Suitable for various nursery and decorative plants

Dosage:
1kg/acre
Packaging:
Packaging : 1 Kg Silver Pouch