Biotechnology has become a key ally of agriculture, a sector that demands increasingly sustainable and environmentally responsible agronomic practices.
Tavan Chile, a company of Spanish origin, has been focused on biotechnology-based research for more than 15 years, seeking innovative solutions to the complex problems facing the sector.
One of the biggest challenges for cherry growers is the management of wood diseases, which can seriously affect production. This is where Tavan Chile has stood out with its WERT treatment, a sustainable and effective alternative.
Rodrigo Messina, technical area manager for the company, explains that this treatment is based on the isolation of natural metabolites, such as enzymes and plant growth-promoting compounds, which are stabilized by a specific metal molecule. “Unlike other conventional treatments, WERT acts directly on the plants, providing long-term protection,” he says.
The advantages of using Tavan Chile’s WERT treatment are significant. In addition to its long-term durability, this treatment requires fewer applications compared to conventional copper methods. “While copper may need more than 10 applications during the fall and winter, Tavan Chile’s treatment only requires 2 to 3 applications of WERT in this period, supplemented by 1 to 2 applications of BACTOFUS plus V6 in the spring,” Messina explains.
In turn, WERT is a product with systemic action and prolonged residual effect, providing continuous protection to trees, even in case of post-application rain.
“Farmers who have used WERT have observed a significant improvement in tree health, with wound sealing, gummosis arrest and greener foliage. This indicates that trees are less stressed during the fall and that orchard health management has become more efficient compared to conventional methods,” comments the technical area manager of Tavan Chile.
Tavan Chile aims to revolutionize agriculture with its focus on biotechnology and sustainable agriculture. Its WERT treatment is transforming disease management in cherry trees, providing effective and sustainable solutions for farmers.
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