Yes, streptocycline is utilized in pomegranate cultivation, primarily as a key component in managing bacterial blight, a significant disease affecting the fruits.
Application for Bacterial Blight Management
For the effective control of a sudden increase in bacterial blight on pomegranate fruits, specific combination sprays incorporating streptocycline are recommended. This approach aims to mitigate the spread and impact of the disease, ensuring healthier fruit development and yield.
The recommended protocol involves combination sprays applied at a 5-day interval. A typical application includes:
- Streptocycline (90%+10%): Applied at a concentration of 0.5 grams per liter. This antibiotic plays a crucial role in combating bacterial infections.
- 2-bromo, 2-nitro propane-1, 3-diol (95%): Also at 0.5 grams per liter, acting as a broad-spectrum biocide to enhance disease control.
- Copper fungicides: Added at 2.0 – 2.5 grams per liter for their potent antimicrobial properties.
Alternatively, in some spray cycles, other fungicides can be used in alteration with the above combination:
- Carbendazim 50% WP: Applied at 1 gram per liter.
- Mancozeb 75% WP: Used at 2 grams per liter.
These combination sprays are part of an integrated disease management strategy to protect pomegranate crops from devastating bacterial infections, ensuring sustainable production.
