BOTECTOR by SAN Agrow: Natural Protection Against Gray Mold (Botrytis cinerea) – Zero Residues, Maximum Confidence

BOTECTOR  is a preventive biofungicide developed by SAN Agrow, formulated with two naturally occurring yeast strains of Aureobasidium pullulans (DSM 14940 and DSM 14941). Its mode of action is simple yet remarkably effective: The yeast colonizes flowers and fruits before harmful fungi, especially Botrytis cinerea, can establish themselves. By outcompeting pathogens for space and nutrients, BOTECTOR offers reliable protection without leaving pesticide residues.

Proven Efficacy in the Field and Post‑Harvest

For growers operating under strict protocols such as the ZERYA methodology, BOTECTOR offers a clear strategic advantage thanks to its outstanding safety profile. Primarily used for the control of gray mold (Botrytis cinerea), a disease responsible for significant yield and quality losses, BOTECTOR fits seamlessly into zero‑residue production systems. Its suitability stems from its natural biological mode of action, which ensures strong field performance while leaving no detectable residues, making it an ideal tool for modern, residue‑free crop protection programs.
 

• No Pesticide Residues: BOTECTOR leaves no quantifiable Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs). This is essential for meeting the <0.01 ppm requirement in analytical tests and securing the No Pesticide Residues certification.
• Short Pre‑Harvest Interval: With a PHI of just 0–1 day, BOTECTOR can be applied almost immediately before harvest. This gives growers maximum flexibility during critical production periods.
• Extended Post‑Harvest Life: Applications protect fruit not only in the field but also after harvest. Studies show that BOTECTOR contributes to longer shelf life, ensuring higher quality and durability throughout storage and distribution.
• No Resistance Risk: As a biological product with a natural mode of action, BOTECTOR does not induce pathogen resistance. It is a reliable component of modern Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and is fully compatible with beneficial insects and auxiliary fauna.
• Rainfast Performance: BOTECTOR remains effective even after rainfall. In fact, moderate rainfall can enhance the growth of the active organism by up to 20%, strengthening its protective effect.

BOTECTOR and the ZERYA “Pesticide Residue-Free Program”

BOTECTOR can be applied across a wide range of crops affected by gray mold and related fungal diseases, in open field and in green houses or tunnels, offering growers residue‑free protection, extended post‑harvest quality, and flexible application timing from early flowering to harvest:

Note: Uses vary per country. Please contact SAN Agrow for information on the currently authorized conditions of use in your country.

BOTECTOR by SAN Agrow — Learn More, Download More, Grow Better

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Media Contact:

Carmen Stummer
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