Basal Stem Rot (BSR)
“Wilting of leaflets. Bleeding patches appear at the base of the stem .the lesions gradually extend upwards; roots decay extensively and there is
no new bunch production. leaves droop in the outer whorl followed by heavy button shedding and barren nuts. ”
Disease causing Species:
Ganoderma lucidum (Leys)
Major Plants under threat:
Coconut
Method of Application:
seed treatment, soil application, foliar spray
Intervals:
Spray on the foliage during evening hours. Apply in wet soil as basal dose along with organic manure and refresh it periodically along with organic manure
Dosage:
The normal dosage of ABTEC Bacillus is 10 ml/l per plant. For seeds mix 10 ml ABTEC Bacillus / kg of seeds.Seedlings or planting setts can be dipped for 30 minutes @ 250 – 500 ml per 50 to 60 litre water before planting. Soil Application: Mix 2 litre ABTEC Bacillus (for 1 acre) with 200 kg ABTEC Super Organic Manure or Farm Yard Manure and apply in moist soil / base of trees.
