Diluted cow's milk

A whitish, uniform liquid. Once dry, a slight film may remain visible on the leaves. The mixture spoils quickly and does not keep well. Results are not guaranteed: they depend on the preparation, the time of application, and local conditions.

Application

When to use: Routinely and occasionally

Opportunist: Powdery mildew (Fungus)

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Application description: Use approved by Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/1004 and its review report: fungicide against powdery mildew. Grapes (BBCH 07–57). Squash (BBCH 01–06, with no fruit present). Gerbera (BBCH 51–69). Cucumber and zucchini (BBCH 19–49). Soybeans (BBCH 19–49). Also, disinfection of tools by immersion.

Dose: Grapes: 10–40 L of milk/hL, 100–300 L/ha (10–120 L of milk/ha), 3–6 applications every 6–8 days. Pumpkin: 50 L/hL, 200 L of milk/ha, 3–4 applications. Gerbera: 16 L/hL (80–160 L/ha); pre-harvest interval 8 days. Cucumber and zucchini: 5–10 L/hL (50–150 L/ha). Soybeans: 18 L/hL (180–270 L/ha). Equipment: undiluted solution, 2-second soak.