DESCRIPTION
- (Trichoderma viride) - Bio fungicide
- Soil application , Foliar spray & Wettable powder form
- ALDERM is a bio fungicide preparation containing spores and mycelia fragments of a selected strain of antagonistic fungus, Trichoderma viride.
- It is a preventive biological fungicide that attacks disease causing pathogens before they reach the root system.
- It grows fast and coils around the pathogen and penetrates through it and by taking nutrients from the pathogen and makes the pathogen die.
- It offers a long-lasting control against the pathogen by secreting secondary metabolites which exhibit antibiosis effect on the pathogens.
Chemical Composition
Trichoderma viride sp (1x10
8 CFUs/ml ) Min - 1.50%
Growth Media, Osmatic (Stabilizer Dispersal agent) - 98.50%
Total - 100%
- Dosage :-Mix ALDERM at the proportion of 2-3ml per liter of water/ Mix at 10g for seed treatments/ drip irrigation / FYM. Individual Plants 2ml / 2 grams / liter of water & apply directly into the soil.
Benifits
- Alderm controls the disease-causing pathogens such as Pythium Fusarium sp. Botrytis cinereal and sclerotinia homeomorph causing root rot, root wilt, seedling rot and color rot disease in crops.
- Helps to improve the soil health.
- Key point: Trichoderma viride should not be used in mushroom cultivation because it causes disease in mushrooms.
- Application On Crops :- Trichoderma viride is suitable for application on Cereals, Millets, Pulses, Oilseeds, Fiber Crops, Sugar Crops, Forage Crops, Plantation crops, Vegetables, Fruits, Spices, Flowers, Medicinal crops, Aromatic Crops, Orchards and Ornamentals.
- Target Dieses :- Root rot of pulses, damping off of chilly seedlings, wilting, root rot disease, wilt disease. Charcoal rot and other seed borne and soil borne fungal diseases in crops
FAQs for Alderm Liquid Trichoderma sp. Bio Fungicide
1. What is Alderm Liquid Bio Fungicide?
Ans. Alderm Liquid is a biological fungicide containing Trichoderma species, beneficial fungi that help control plant diseases, improve soil health, and promote plant growth.
2. How does Alderm Liquid work?
Ans. Alderm Liquid works through:
- Parasitizing harmful fungal pathogens.
- Producing enzymes that degrade disease-causing fungi.
- Boosting plant immunity to resist infections.
- Enhancing root growth for better nutrient absorption.
3. What crops can Alderm Liquid be used on?
Ans. Alderm Liquid is suitable for a wide range of crops, including:
- Vegetables: Tomato, brinjal, chili, cauliflower, cabbage
- Fruits: Banana, grapes, mango, citrus
- Cereals & Pulses: Rice, wheat, maize, soybean, chickpea
- Cash Crops: Cotton, sugarcane, coffee, tea
4. What diseases does Alderm Liquid control?
Ans. It effectively prevents and controls:
- Root rot
- Damping-off
- Wilt diseases
- Collar rot
- Leaf spot diseases
- Powdery mildew
5. How should Alderm Liquid be applied?
Ans.
- Seed Treatment: Mix 5-10 ml per kg of seeds, coat evenly, and dry before sowing.
- Soil Drenching: Use 2-3 ml per liter of water and apply near the root zone.
- Foliar Spray: Mix 3-5 ml per liter of water and spray on leaves.
- Drip Irrigation: Apply 1 liter per acre to suppress soil-borne pathogens.
6. When should Alderm Liquid be applied?
Ans.
- Apply at the sowing/transplanting stage for early protection.
- Use every 15-20 days during plant growth for continuous disease control.
- Increase application during humid conditions to prevent fungal outbreaks.
7. Is Alderm Liquid safe for plants and the environment?
Ans. Yes, Alderm Liquid is organic, eco-friendly, and safe for beneficial microorganisms and pollinators.
