Stargus® Biofungicide - Treat and Control Downy Mildew and Botrytis
Control diseases longer with extended action. Provides broad spectrum disease control on challenging diseases such as downy mildew, Botrytis, Fusarium and more. Re-apply 2-4 times at 7-10 day intervals for extended efficacy throughout the season. Multiple modes of action make it a great resistance management tool.
Product Features:
- MRL-exempt: No residue to worry about
- Flexible labor scheduling: 0-Day PHI and 4 hour REI
- Easy to tank mix
- Minimal PPE
APPLICATION: Foliar (Aerial or Ground), Chemigation, Soil Treatment, Backpack/Hand Sprayer
ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Bacillus amyloliquefaciens F727
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Conquer Downy Mildew and Other Fungal and Bacterial Diseases
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Crops & Diseases
Stargus biofungicide is approved to control downy mildew, Botrytis and other fungal and bacterial diseases in a large number of commercial specialty crops.
Common Crops
Disease Control
How your crops benefit from Stargus
Stargus's unique mode of action brings a sustainable option to help simplify and extend your IPM program.
Boost yield & quality
Control downy mildew to increase marketable yield for top profit on every acre
Manage resistance
Simple IPM option gives peace of mind of sustainable disease management and resistance prevention
Harvest flexibility
Can be used right before harvest without concern for residues
Worker-friendly
Helps simplify your labor scheduling and avoids costly downtime
Want to learn more? Download the Stargus Product Brochure.
Mode of Action
Stargus’ simple IPM option gives peace of mind of sustainable disease management and resistance prevention.
The Stargus mode of action to control downy mildew, Botrytis and a broad range of diseases is two-fold:
- Once applied, Stargus actively acts as a plant-growth promoting microbe, stimulating plant defenses, and
- Stargus colonizes the plant tissue to out-compete pathogenic organisms trying to gain a foothold
Conquer Downy Mildew and Other Fungal and Bacterial Diseases with Biologicals
Approved for .5 CEU credit from CCA
ProFarm’s newest biofungicide provides broad-spectrum control on foliar and soil-borne diseases such as Downy mildew, Botrytis,Fusarium, Rhizoctonia, Phytophthora and more on a wide range of vegetables and fruit crops. Stargus is based on Bacillus amyloliquefaciensstrain F727 and has multiple modes of action, including triggering the plant’s own systemic defenses. It is easily tank mixed with other products and is intended to be part of an integrated crop management program. Learn how to fit it into your IPM program and get stronger, healthier plants that provide higher quality and yield.
Title: Conquer Downy Mildew and Other Fungal and Bacterial Diseases with Biologicals
Recorded: March 24, 2020
Featured Speakers:
- Dr. Melissa O’Neal, Senior Product Development Manager, Western US, Pro Farm Group
- Cindy Bishop, Western Regional Sales Manager, Pro Farm Group
- Dr. Bindu Poudel, Extension Plant Pathologist/Plant Disease Diagnostician, The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension-Yuma County
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Stargus Efficacy
Stargus biofungicide performed similarly to most standard materials to control downy mildew and other fungal diseases.
Testimonials
“Stargus biofungicide is an excellent rotational partner. The broad spectrum fungicide increases marketable yield in a number of key crops such as leafy greens, apples, grapes, cane berries, fruiting vegetables, cucurbits and more. This MRL-Exempt product is recognized in university trial data for controlling foliar and soil borne diseases such as downy mildew in lettuce, Botrytis in grapes, and Fusarium in celery.”
~ Kamal El Mernissi, Senior Director of Product Marketing
Art of Use
The following best use practices should be kept in mind to effectively use Stargus Biofungicide:
| Disease | Amount | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Botrytis | 2-4 quarts/acre | Foliar |
| Downy mildew | 2-4 quarts/acre | Foliar |
| Fusarium | 3-4 quarts/acre | Soil |
| White mold | 2-4 quarts/acre | Foliar |
Labels & Literature
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Where to Find Stargus Biofungicide
We have a professional sales and technical support team and maintain a robust distributor network. To purchase or for a list of distributors in your area, connect with a ProFarm rep today!
