Kendon the key to crop success

Sept. 26, 2024 | 5 Min read
Kendon Lime Sulphur, made by boiling lime and sulphur to produce calcium polysulfides, is a key tool in Australian Agriculture.

Kendon Lime Sulphur, made by boiling lime and sulphur to produce calcium polysulfides, is a key tool in Australian Agriculture. 

This yellowish liquid, with a distinctive rotten egg-like smell, serves effectively as both a fungicide and an insecticide and helps to reduce abiotic stress during adverse climate conditions to unlock the full genetic potential of a crop.

Kendon Lime Sulphur is essential for Australian growers due to its dual role as both a fungicide and insecticide.  

This compound effectively manages powdery mildew, black spot, and rust while targeting scale insects such as White Louse Scale and San Jose Scale. Kendon Lime Sulphur also controls mites such as Maore Mite, Pear Leaf Blister Mite and Byrobia Mites in many tree crops. 

A notable advantage of Kendon Lime Sulphur is its effectiveness as a dormant spray. During the dormant season, many pests and diseases overwinter on plants, preparing to become active again in the growing season. 

Applying Kendon Lime Sulphur during this period helps eradicate overwintering fungal spores and hibernating pests like scale insects and mites, thereby reducing their populations and preventing future infestations. 

Pruning trees creates openings that can be vulnerable to diseases and pests and applying Kendon Lime sulphur to freshly cut surfaces is an effective way to protect risk. Kendon Lime sulphur forms a protective barrier that deters pests and prevents fungal infections, supporting the tree's recovery and ensuring its long-term health. 

This essential step helps maintain the tree's resilience and overall vitality. 

Kendon Lime Sulphur is favoured by organic growers for its natural composition and organic certification, making it an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic chemicals. 

It supports sustainable agriculture by fitting into Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs, which combine various pest control methods. 

Its low toxicity enhances its value in this holistic approach to pest and disease management. 

Kendon Lime Sulphur is cost-effective due to its dual role as a fungicide and insecticide, reducing the need for multiple products. 

It is relatively inexpensive compared to other options and is easy to use, mixing readily with water and suitable for both small-scale and large-scale applications. 

For optimal results, dilute Kendon Lime Sulphur as per the instructions provided on the label. 

Apply during the dormant season to target overwintering pests and diseases. 

Whether used in organic farming or as part of an integrated pest management strategy, Kendon Lime Sulphur supports healthy crop yields and sustainable agriculture. 

Kendon lime sulphur; Kendon Lime Suphur effectively manages powdery mildew, black spot, and rust while targeting scale insects and mites in tree crops. 

 

 

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