The biological fungicide Asparello T34 Biocontrol is an effective control for Pythium, as shown by new research performed by Dr Marta Streminska, from Wageningen University & Research Greenhouse Horticulture & Flower bulbs business unit. In this study, which compared the effectiveness of eight different biological products and treatments against Pythium in cucumber crops, Asparello came out on top.
The study is part of the Green Challenge project, which aims to reduce the use of chemical protection products and to develop new control measures for natural resistance. The focal point of this particular study was the control of underground diseases.
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