Month: August 2023

SULFOSTAR: A Versatile Fungicide and Acaricide SULFOSTAR is a cutting-edge suspension concentrate fungicide and acaricide designed to combat a variety of fungal diseases, powdery mildew, and troublesome mites in several crops. With its unique formulation and advanced mode of action, SULFOSTAR offers effective and preventative pest control while maintaining compatibility with organic farming practices.   Key Features and Benefits: Broad-Spectrum Control: SULFOSTAR acts as a powerful shield against powdery mildew, various fungal diseases, and specific mite species in crops such as apples, pears, avocados, beans, citrus, cucurbits, grapes, mangos, peaches, plums, apricots, peas, tomatoes, and ornamentals.   Contact and Vapor Action: This innovative fungicide and acaricide blend features both contact and vapor modes of action. Its preventative nature ensures early intervention and effective disease management.   Enhanced Penetration: SULFOSTAR's unique formulation allows it to dissolve in wax-like substances, facilitating penetration into the cell structures of plant pathogens. This property promotes efficient targeting and eradication of pathogenic cells and spores.   Diverse Mite Control: SULFOSTAR proves highly effective against a range of mite species, including red spider mites, flat mites, grey mites, silver mites, rust mites, and erinose mites. This versatility contributes to comprehensive pest management.   Liquid Formulation: SULFOSTAR's liquid form provides practicality in measurement and application. The absence of dust minimizes inhalation risks, ensuring safer handling and application procedures.   Rain Resistance: The small particle size (less than 3 microns) of SULFOSTAR's formulation results in high adhesiveness. This property enhances rain resistance, making it more enduring compared to dry formulations.   Reduced Risk of Leaf Burn: The minute particle size of SULFOSTAR contributes to a decreased risk of leaf burn. This ensures that the product effectively combats pests while safeguarding plant health.   Tank Mixture Compatibility: SULFOSTAR seamlessly disperses in tank mixtures, forming stable spray solutions. Its compatibility with other treatments enhances flexibility and effectiveness in pest management strategies.   Nozzle Blockage Prevention: Even at higher dosages, SULFOSTAR does not cause blockages in spray nozzles. This attribute ensures uninterrupted application and consistent coverage.   Safe for Beneficial Organisms: SULFOSTAR poses minimal risks to beneficial organisms like bees and natural predators such as predatory mites and ladybirds, maintaining the ecological balance of the farming ecosystem.   Organic Farming Approved: With CERES and USDA organic certifications, SULFOSTAR aligns with organic farming practices, providing a reliable option for growers seeking environmentally friendly pest control solutions.   Fertilizer and Growth Promotion: SULFOSTAR's positive influence on plant growth and leaf and fruit coloring adds to its multifaceted benefits, enhancing overall crop quality.   Application Guidelines: - Depending on the crop and circumstances, dosage rates of SULFOSTAR typically range between 150 to 400 ml per 100 liters of water. - Apply as a full cover spray, ensuring thorough and effective coverage. - Avoid application when temperatures exceed 32°C. - Do not apply within four days before bud break. - Allow a minimum gap of four weeks between a Sulfur application and the use of mineral spray oils.   Recommended Crops: SULFOSTAR is suitable for use on a wide range of crops, including but not limited to: - Apples - Pears - Avocados - Beans - Citrus fruits - Cucurbits - Grapes - Mangos - Peaches - Plums - Apricots - Peas - Tomatoes - Ornamentals and Flowers   Conclusion: SULFOSTAR stands as a groundbreaking solution in the realm of fungicides and acaricides, offering comprehensive pest management across various crops. With its unique properties, compatibility with organic farming practices, and diverse benefits, SULFOSTAR provides a versatile and effective tool for growers seeking reliable and sustainable pest control measures.

  Breaking news: We identified the culprits. They are black and yellow-banded larvae and are unpalatable to most vertebrate predators.   The warmer weather encouraged the precious summer bulbs, Amaryllis, Clivia, Agapanthus, Crinums and Haemanthus, to juice up and flower again. Unknowingly aware of the Lily borer syndicate on the loose. The juicy flowers attracted the attention of the atrocious criminal, Lily Borer – also known as amaryllis borer – to commit their crimes.    Their MO: These are voracious feeders that take vast chunks of healthy leaves. To add insult to injury, they will even tunnel deeply into the plant's body, munching away until nothing is left. Signs of collapsing plants are a sure indication that they are present.   As plants are costly to replace, it is best to do preventative spraying and a controlled follow-up.    The intel on their activities is that the white moths start laying their eggs on the underside of the leaves in early September. In warm subtropical climates, they do it all year round. The newly-hatched larvae will immediately start feeding at night and on overcast days.   Sargent Plant Care and Special Agent Koinor were assigned to the case and released the following statements. Sargent Plant Care takes double-barrel action through contact and systemic control. Sargent PC informed us that he works well in low temperatures and will patrol easier during winter and early spring. Cold temperatures slow the water intake through the plant roots, giving Sargent PC a unique edge because of its contact control characteristic. Police Secretary SK Eco Oil assists Sargent PC with his contact patrol work to improve coverage, increasing his productivity and ensuring that Sargent PC sticks to the task. Special Agent Koinor assured us he will take over during the summer while the ground temperatures are warm. Special Agent Koinor will provide season-long control with systemic action, avoiding further infestations. Special Agent Koinor drenches the soil and is guaranteed the best man for the Lily Borer case.   Patrolling shifts must occur at late dusk or night when these criminals are active.