Copper is a widespread fungicide in organic plant protection. It is cheap, easy to use and effective against a variety of diseases. However, its accumulation in the soil causes adverse conditions for beneficial organisms such as earthworms. Therefore, the EU Regulation limits its use to 28 kg/ha over a period of seven years. In the case of organic vegetables, the visible spots caused by copper treatments often generate consumer mistrust.
Solution
Plant protection begins with the design of the production area
and the selection of variety. The management of the plants and direct plant protection measures with alternative fungicides can decrease the need for copper.
Description
A copper-free plant protection strategy can prevent copper pollution of the soil and support beneficial organisms. Reducing the use of copper-containing fungicide can also prevent visible spots on the marketable products and increase the product attractiveness to the consumers.
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