Timing is Everything
Spring marks a critical growth phase for orchards as the bloom period is highly susceptible to diseases including Brown Rot, Anthracnose, Scab, and Bacterial Spot.
Warm, wet, and humid spring conditions promote the development and spread of fungal and bacterial inoculum from overwintering sources, increasing the risk of early infection.
Applying fungicide and bactericide treatments from early bloom through petal fall is a key IPM strategy to protect blossoms and prevent initial disease establishment.
OxiDate® 5.0 is a broad‑spectrum bactericide and fungicide formulated with hydrogen peroxide and peroxyacetic acid. It delivers on‑contact suppression of active fungal spores and bacterial cells, with no residues and no known resistance.
As a bloom spray, apply a 0.5%-1.0% v/v solution from full bloom through petal fall to help reduce inoculum levels. Thorough coverage of blossoms is essential for optimal performance.
OxiDate 5.0 fits seamlessly into IPM programs as a tank-mix or rotational partner. When tank-mixed at 0.5% v/v, it helps reduce active inoculum and can enhance the performance of other fungicides and bactericides in the program.
To learn more, visit DiscoverOxiDate.com and review crop specific programs and the OxiDate 5.0 compatibility guide.
