Shallot Fusarium Wilt Control

Shallot fusarium wilt, a significant agricultural concern caused by the fungus Fusarium oxysporum, harms the leaves and tubers of shallot plants. Often originating from contaminated seedlings or planting media, the disease necessitates proactive prevention measures.

PRIMA Agro Tech tackles this challenge with a strategic microbial approach, utilising Streptomyces thermovulgaris and Trichoderma harzianum, known for their potent biocontrol properties. These microorganisms work effectively against Fusarium oxysporum, suppressing its growth and enhancing the plant’s natural resistance, offering a comprehensive solution for managing shallot fusarium wilt and safeguarding crop health.

About the Plant Disease

Shallot fusarium wilt control is crucial in the cultivation of shallots, as the disease, caused by the fungus Fusarium oxysporum, leads to significant damage in both leaves and tubers. This disease often originates from contaminated seedlings or planting media, making early prevention essential to protect the crops from severe impacts.

Pathogen(s)

Fusarium oxysporum specialises in attacking the vascular system of the shallot plant, causing rot in various parts, including the leaves and tubers. The pathogen’s ability to survive in soil and planting media and its capacity to infect through even minor wounds or natural openings in the plant make it a formidable challenge in shallot cultivation.

Symptoms & Damage

The symptoms and damage caused by shallot fusarium wilt include:

Leaf Discoloration: The disease initially manifests as a brownish discolouration at the tips of the leaves
Stem Twisting: The base of the stem may show signs of twisting or deformation
Widespread Rot: As the disease progresses, it extends to all parts of the plant, leading to rotting. This can result in significant crop loss or total crop failure if not managed effectively

Microbial Consortium

Through this strategic use of beneficial microorganisms, PRIMA Agro Tech offers a sustainable and effective solution for managing shallot fusarium wilt, focusing on prevention and control to ensure healthy crop production, utilising a combination of microorganisms known for their biocontrol properties.

Streptomyces thermovulgaris strain 09924-c8Ka-50-3: This strain is particularly effective against Fusarium oxysporum, producing antifungal compounds that suppress the pathogen’s growth. It interferes with the fungus’s ability to infect and spread within the plant, thus protecting the shallots from the onset of wilt.

Trichoderma harzianum strain CBS101525: Trichoderma harzianum offers a dual benefit as a well-established biocontrol agent. It directly antagonises Fusarium oxysporum through mycoparasitic antagonism and induces systemic resistance in the plants. This increases the overall resilience of the shallots to fusarium wilt and other potential pathogens.

Solutions & Related Products

White Root Rot Control

White root rot, a significant disease in rubber cultivation caused by the fungus Rigidoporus microporus, presents a major challenge due to its devastating impact on

Tuber Soft Rot Control

Tuber soft rot, a significant challenge in tuberous crop cultivation, often arises from soil-borne pathogens.

Stem Base Rot Control

Stem base rot, primarily caused by the fungus Fusarium oxysporum, is a significant agricultural challenge that targets the plant's essential water and nutrient transport systems.

Soft Rot Control

Soft rot, a detrimental plant disease caused by the bacterium Erwinia carotovora, poses a significant threat to a wide range of crops, particularly in warm

Purple Blotch Control

Purple blotch, a challenging plant disease caused by the fungus Alternaria porri, poses a significant threat to agriculture, with its ability to spread through seeds,

Powdery Mildew Control

Powdery mildew, a widespread fungal disease primarily caused by Leveillula taurica and Oidium sp., poses a significant challenge in agriculture, particularly under warm and humid