Hi guys and gals,
So I have been battling the mildew for a while and my friend came across this product sold at a specialist gardening shop. We have been using it and its pretty damn impressive!
Ampelomyces Quisqualis
Ampelomyces quisqualis is an indigenous fungal isolate to South Africa, and a hyper parasite to the common Powdery Mildew.
Active ingredients
Ampelomyces quisqualis
Direction for use:
•Dosage: 400 g AQ-SF / 1 ha
Application:
Wash spray tank thoroughly to remove all traces of chemicals and fill with water (pH 6.0 – 7.3). Half fill a 10 liter bucket with water (pH 6.0 – 7.3) and empty sachets into water while stirring. The carrier medium (diatomaceous earth) may block nozzles and should therefore stay behind while emptying bucket into spray tank. Repeat at least three times. Add a light mineral oil (0.3% of tank mix). Wet plants thoroughly. Apply early morning or late afternoon. Do not spray if air temperature rises above 30o C or when the relative humidity is lower than 30%. High humidity is conductive to the effectivity of the fungus.
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Safety precaution
If spilled on skin, rinse with water. Keep out of reach of children and uninformed persons.
General information
• No withholding period.
• Do not apply with sulphur and other fungicides (consult your agent).
• Can be applied with copper – use in a programme.
• Do not leave product lying in sunlight.
• Do not leave spray material over night – spray within 5 hours after mixing.
Pesticide Information Profile
Product: AQ-SF
Active(s): Ampelomyces quisqualis
Toxicity: PAN Bad Actor Chemical: No
Health risks human
Acute: None
Chronic: None
Carcenogenisis: No
Cholinesterate inhibitor: No
References: http://www.epa.gov
Environmental Impact:
General: Naturally occurring fungus, not infective for mammals and birds
Fish: None
Groundwater: None
Minimum Risk Levels (MRLs)
Expected residue concentration per applied cm2: < 1×104 spores / cm2
Expected time of complete breakdown of actives: natural occuring, killed by fungicides
Withholding period on crop peeled to be eaten: None
Withholding period on crop eaten as harvested: None (wash before eating)
MRLs by Codex Alimarius : Not included
The fungus is not toxic or infective and exposure to the public and the environment will be minimal to
non-existent.
Exempted from tolerances.
References: http://www.hort.uconn.edu; http://www.entomology.wise.edu;http://pmep.cce.cornell.edu
So I have been battling the mildew for a while and my friend came across this product sold at a specialist gardening shop. We have been using it and its pretty damn impressive!
Ampelomyces Quisqualis
Ampelomyces quisqualis is an indigenous fungal isolate to South Africa, and a hyper parasite to the common Powdery Mildew.
Active ingredients
Ampelomyces quisqualis
Direction for use:
•Dosage: 400 g AQ-SF / 1 ha
Application:
Wash spray tank thoroughly to remove all traces of chemicals and fill with water (pH 6.0 – 7.3). Half fill a 10 liter bucket with water (pH 6.0 – 7.3) and empty sachets into water while stirring. The carrier medium (diatomaceous earth) may block nozzles and should therefore stay behind while emptying bucket into spray tank. Repeat at least three times. Add a light mineral oil (0.3% of tank mix). Wet plants thoroughly. Apply early morning or late afternoon. Do not spray if air temperature rises above 30o C or when the relative humidity is lower than 30%. High humidity is conductive to the effectivity of the fungus.
.
Safety precaution
If spilled on skin, rinse with water. Keep out of reach of children and uninformed persons.
General information
• No withholding period.
• Do not apply with sulphur and other fungicides (consult your agent).
• Can be applied with copper – use in a programme.
• Do not leave product lying in sunlight.
• Do not leave spray material over night – spray within 5 hours after mixing.
Pesticide Information Profile
Product: AQ-SF
Active(s): Ampelomyces quisqualis
Toxicity: PAN Bad Actor Chemical: No
Health risks human
Acute: None
Chronic: None
Carcenogenisis: No
Cholinesterate inhibitor: No
References: http://www.epa.gov
Environmental Impact:
General: Naturally occurring fungus, not infective for mammals and birds
Fish: None
Groundwater: None
Minimum Risk Levels (MRLs)
Expected residue concentration per applied cm2: < 1×104 spores / cm2
Expected time of complete breakdown of actives: natural occuring, killed by fungicides
Withholding period on crop peeled to be eaten: None
Withholding period on crop eaten as harvested: None (wash before eating)
MRLs by Codex Alimarius : Not included
The fungus is not toxic or infective and exposure to the public and the environment will be minimal to
non-existent.
Exempted from tolerances.
References: http://www.hort.uconn.edu; http://www.entomology.wise.edu;http://pmep.cce.cornell.edu