Terracin
Rebalances soil microbiology
Plant disease can be caused by unbalanced soil microbiology. In healthy soils, disease-causing fungi and bacteria are suppressed by other soil microbes. A balanced soil biology enables plants to withstand disease pressure.
Terracin contains a bacteria that produces antimicrobial compounds which, when introduced to the soil, resets the existing soil biology. After applying Terracin, Mycorrcin is used to stimulate the beneficial bacteria in the soil to recreate the balance found in healthy soil.
Inoculating the soil with beneficial and protective microbes early in the season helps plants resist fungal diseases.
Armillaria
Terracin is ACVM registered (P9935) and is on the Zespri Crop Protection Standard for the suppression of Armillaria in kiwifruit orchards.
Armillaria is a fungal disease that infects kiwifruit vine roots, reducing productivity before progressing to vine death. Application of Terracin in August suppresses Armillaria and Mycorrcin, applied in September after Terracin has done its reset, restores a healthy balance of beneficial microbes that ensure the orchard is resilient against Armillaria going forward.
Terracin has two modes of action:
- The microbe Bacillus amyloliquefaciens BS 1b which produces a wide range of antimicrobial compounds
- Fermentation extracts and other bioactive nutrients that reset the soil microbiology into a better state.
Apply Terracin in winter or prior to planting when changes of soil microbiology will have minimal impact on plant growth.
Use Terracin to address soil microbial imbalances.
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AgriBusiness July/August Edition 2023 AgriBusiness have written an article reporting on Terracin being registered by ACVM for controlling Armillaria in Kiwifruit Orchards. Read more |
Directions for use:
Terracin contains living microbes. The spray tank must be thoroughly cleaned prior to use, to remove any chemical residues that could be toxic to the BS1b microbe. Sanitise spray tank before application to remove any contaminating microbes. Partially fill the spray tank with clean water and start agitation. Maintain a spray solution pH between 5.0 and 7.5 or efficacy may be affected. Add the required amount of Terracin to the tank. Complete filling. Apply diluted product within 8 hours of mixing.
For best results apply to damp soil or water in. Sprayers should be calibrated before use. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Avoid release to the environment. Do not apply onto or into waterways.
Crop specific information
| Crop | Timing | Application rate |
|---|---|---|
| Kiwifruit | 4 weeks pre-bud break |
Orchard floor: Apply 20 L/ha Terracin, water rate 2,000L/ha, (1 L/100 L) to the orchard floor. Ensure the lower trunk gets covered with the spray. Repeat programme annually until the disease is controlled. Include a BioStart Mycorrcin programme to enhance soil health. winter apply to the root zone 20L/vine a solution of 20LTerracin/1,000L water (1:50 dilution). Treat all adjacent vines at the same rate. |
| Kiwifruit | 4 weeks pre bud break |
Treatment of individual affected vines: Apply to the root zone of the affected vine 20 L of a 1:100 diluted solution of Terracin (1 L/100 L). Treat all adjacent vines at the same rate. Ensure the lower trunk gets covered with the spray. Repeat programme annually. Include a BioStart Mycorrcin programme to enhance soil health. |
| Pipfruit, Stonefruit, Citrus, Grapes, Berryfruit and Vegetables | Late Winter | Orchard floor: Late winter apply 20 L/ha Terracin, water rate 1,000 L/ha, (1:50 dilution). |
If your crop isn’t included above, please contact your local BioStart representative for personalised information.
Material Safety Data Sheet
Download the material safety data sheet.
Label information
Download the Terracin product label.
Mixing instructions
Partially fill the spray tank with clean water and start agitation. Add the required amount of Terracin to the tank. Complete filling the tank to the required volume.
Compatibility
Do not mix Terracin with Mycorrcin or Digester.
Handling precautions
When mixing or applying, avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear protective clothing, gloves and goggles. Flush spray equipment thoroughly with water after use. Do not eat or drink while using. Wash protective clothing after use.
Storage instructions
Store below 30ºC. Keep out of reach of children. Keep container tightly closed. Do not store diluted product.
First Aid
If medical advice is needed have the product container or label on hand. If skin contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and flush skin with running water, if irritation occurs seek medical advice. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists seek medical advice. Spills: When dealing with spills wear personal protective clothing and equipment. Contain the spill by damming, recover spilt product then transfer the recovered spilt material to a properly labelled drum. Deal with all spillages immediately to avoid product being released to the environment.
Empty container disposal
Triple rinse and return to an approved recycling centre.
Label information
Download the Terracin product label.
Empty container disposal
Triple rinse and return to an approved recycling centre.