Katyayani Bacillus Subtilis is a Bio fungicide. It is a Powder formulation containing high concentrations of natural live Bacillus Subtilis bacteria. When applied to the soil, plant or seeds, the bacteria colonize the plant root zone and help to protect plants from a variety of fungal diseases. It is considered an eco-friendly alternative to chemical fungicides because it is safe for humans, animals, and the environment.

Target diseases of Bacillus Subtilis

The target diseases of Bacillus Subtilis includes Down mildew, Powdery Mildew, Anthracnose and Leaf blight diseases. It controls all types of Seed, Soil and Air borne diseases.

Target crops of Bacillus Subtilis 

The target crops of Bacillus Subtilis includes the crops like Oil Seeds, Cotton, Tomato, Pea, Beans, Millet, Pulses, Onion, Garlic, Basil, Cucurbita, Mango, Grapes, Ginger, Citrus, Cereal, Corn, Apple, Pomegranate, Peach, Plum and many other crops.

Mode of Action of Bacillus Subtilis

It works in a few different ways to suppress fungal growth:

• Competition: Bacillus subtilis competes with pathogenic fungi for space and nutrients on the plant surface and in the soil.
• Antibiotic production: Bacillus subtilis produces antifungal compounds that can inhibit the growth of fungal spores and hyphae.
• Induced systemic resistance (ISR): Bacillus subtilis can trigger a plant's defense mechanisms, making it more resistant to fungal infection.

Dosage of Bacillus Subtilis

For Domestic use: 5 - 10 ml per Liter
Foliar spray: 1 - 2 Kg per Acre.

Benefits of using Bacillus Subtilis bio fungicide

• A multifaceted mode of action against a range of fungal diseases
• Produces lipopeptide antibiotics with fungicidal activity
• Comprehensive solution for controlling seed, soil, and air-borne fungal diseases.
• Eco-friendly alternatives to chemical fungicides
• Mainly targets Downy Mildew disease

Bacillus Subtilis Related FAQs

Q. What is the best product for Downy Mildew disease?

A. Bacillus Subtilis Bio fungicide is the recommended product that works against Downy mildew disease.

Q. What is the best product for bacterial leaf blight of rice?

A. Bacillus Subtilis Bio fungicide is the recommended product that works against the bacterial leaf blight of rice crops.

Q. How to control Powdery mildew disease in Chilli crop?

A. Application of Bacillus Subtilis Bio fungicide by foliar spray helps in getting rid of powdery mildew disease in Chilli crop.

Q. How Bacillus Subtilis applied to crops?

A. Bacillus Subtilis Bio fungicide can be applied in many ways such as seed treated, Soil applied or through foliar spray.

Q. What is the cost of Bacillus Subtilis?

A. The price of 1 Kg Bacillus Subtilis Bio fungicide is about 424 rupees.

Q. What is the dosage of Bacillus Subtilis?

A. The minimal dosage of Bacillus Subtilis Bio fungicide is around 1 - 2 Kgs per acre.