Chitosan for Natural Plant Disease Suppression

Anissa Poleatewich, Liza DeGenring
A photo of a ruby red apple hanging off an apple tree. The apple has four black spots on it. Green leaves surround the apple.

Natural bio-stimulant compounds show potential for suppression of plant diseases. Chitosan, a natural derivative of chitin, is one of the more promising bio-stimulants. We are testing chitosan products for suppression of foliar diseases of greenhouse crops and tree fruits. We are also evaluating the potential for chitosan to enhance efficacy of biopesticides. Learn more  

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