Rhapsody is an effective, preventive biofungicide that offers broad-spectrum protection against many important foliar and soil-borne diseases, like powdery mildew in grapes.Due to its multiple, unique modesofaction, it reduces the risk of fungicide resistance.It’s like a new tool for farmers to keep their crops healthy without relying too much on the same old methods. It also helps meet the sustainability goals of growers.
Mode of action
Rhapsody’s effectiveness comes mainly from the bacillus subtilis strain KTSB 1015. This beneficial bacterium is naturally occurring in the soil, inhibits spore germination of fungi, stops fungal spore growth, and prevents the attachment of fungi to plant surfaces. It is contact multisite, including cell membrane disruption (FRAC 44), induced resistance, and root colonization.
Features and benefits of Rhapsody
Some of the benefits include
It offers both bacterial and fungal control from a single product, showcasing broad soil activity and proven yield increases.
It optimises flexibility in crop management strategies for increased global trade.
Improves root growth through drench application. This contributes to increased plant growth overall.
Uses multiple sites of action to target diseases, providing control and reducing the likelihood of resistance development.
Meets global market requirements by being exempt from residue tolerance regulations for export.
Fights both fungal and bacterial diseases and can be an effective addition to an integrated disease management program.
With a four-hour re-entry interval and a zero-day pre-harvest interval, Rhapsody is an excellent tool for late-season disease problems, right up to harvest day.
Compatible with registered products, including many micronutrients, insecticides, and fungicides.
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