Pantoea Care

HOW PANTOEA CARE WORKS:

Pantoea Care is a breakthrough, microbiological fertiliser preparation that harnesses the natural power of bacteria from the Pantoea genus to comprehensively support the health of horticultural crops. Its action is based on the bacteria's ability to rapidly and effectively colonise plant surfaces, which creates a strong, biological protection and significantly reduces pathogen damage. The product's effectiveness results from three key, complementary mechanisms of action:

Antibiosis: Pantoea bacterial strains actively synthesise metabolites with antibiotic effects, such as phenazine. Additionally, they produce enzymes capable of breaking down pathogen cell walls, preventing their development and infection.

Competition: Pantoea bacteria occupy space on the plant, thereby limiting the possibility of settlement and development of pathogenic organisms. Moreover, they produce compounds that bind iron, which is essential for pathogen survival. They also use homoserine lactones for "communication," allowing them to colonise plant tissues more actively and densely.

Biostimulation: Pantoea strains possess genes encoding phytohormonal substances. Thanks to this natural ability, the preparation positively influences growth processes, vitality, and overall crop yield, supporting plant development from early stages.

Benefits of using Pantoea Care:

- Comprehensive Biological Protection: The triple mechanism of action (antibiosis, competition, biostimulation) provides versatile crop support.

- Natural Barrier: Rapid colonisation of plant surfaces by Pantoea bacteria limits pathogen development.

- Growth and Yield: The ability to biostimulate through phytohormonal substance production translates into better condition and higher yields.

- Ecological Solution: Fertiliser product, safe for the environment, with no pre-harvest interval or withholding period.

- High Effectiveness: Optimal performance within pH 6.2-7.2, crucial for effective bacterial activity.

PANTOEA CARE ACTIVE SUBSTANCE CONTENT:

Bacteria of the genus Pantoea.

PANTOEA CARE SCOPE OF USE, APPLICATION TIMING AND DOSES:

How to use Pantoea Care:

The product is intended for application as a foliar spray (fine or medium droplet treatment). To ensure optimal effectiveness, non-chlorinated water should be used to prepare the working solution. The highest efficiency is achieved within the pH range of 6.2-7.2. Spraying is best done in the morning or evening, avoiding full sunlight.

Single product dose: 0.5 kg/ha

Recommended working solution volume: 400 – 750 L/ha

Recommended number of treatments: 2 – 6

Optimal interval between applications: 7 to 14 days

Root, cabbage and leafy vegetables:

Recommended number of 2-4 treatments before and during pathogen pressure.

Note: For vegetables producing a natural waxy layer (e.g. cabbage), it is recommended to add a suitable adjuvant to improve coverage and adhesion.

Berry plants:

Recommended number of 3-6 treatments. Start application from the appearance of the first flower buds (BBCH 57) and continue until the end of harvest (BBCH 85).

Stone and pome fruit trees:

Recommended number of 2-5 treatments before and during pathogen pressure.

PANTOEA CARE PRE-HARVEST INTERVAL AND WITHHOLDING PERIOD:

Not applicable.