Citrus Root Rots
Root rot, due to Phytophthora spp., can be controlled by systemic fungicide use. However, good crop nutrition that helps maintain root health and productivity will also help restrict the disease's development.
Calcium and Root Rot Diseases
Trees treated with a program utilising calcium nitrate exhibit a low incidence of root rots (Phytophthora spp.) compared to ammonium sulfate and urea. Experiences with YaraLiva Calcium Nitrate confirm this is the case.
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