BÖVI, effective method to fight soil pests

BÖVI microbiological preparation is used as a plant conditioner, designed to nourish and support healthy plant development. It reduces the habitat of soil-dwelling pests (larvae, mealybugs, nematodes and wireworms) and regulates their reproduction.

BÖVI microbiological preparation contains spores and conidia of two insect entomopathogenic hyper parasitic fungal strains of Beauveria bassiana, which, after their multiplying in the soil, significantly reduce the habitat and reproduction of soil pests, and thus their damage they cause. Thanks to the above-mentioned effect, the root systems of plants can develop and grow undisturbed. It is recommended for soil treatment before planting field crops and garden crops, vegetables, vineyards and orchards, before sowing or laying lawns. In addition to pre-sowing application, it is also recommended to use the preparation for preventive maintenance of soil treatment.

After the reproduction of the entomopathogenic fungus, soil treated with BÖVI microbiological preparation creates a protective layer in the cultivated soil profile, especially in the sowing depth. Pests of agricultural crops, which emerge from the soil in spring and move back into the soil in autumn, become infected when penetrating through the protective layer and their mobility conditions in their habitat are significantly more difficult. In both cases, the solution to prevent soil infestation by pests is to treat the soil layer at the sowing depth. Our experience from experiments with field and garden crops on arable land shows that BÖVI preparation significantly reduces the number of larvae, mealybugs and wireworms and at the same time it regulates their reproduction. The preparation is supplied at a concentration of 1.1011 CFU/ml.

Biological pest prevention can be effectively carried out using BÖVI microbiological preparation. Warmer climatic conditions in recent years have led to a higher pest infection pressure, especially in crops with higher input costs. It is strongly recommended to use BÖVI preparation as a preventive protection against damage.

Mechanism of action

The microorganisms in BÖVI preparation infect most soil pests on contact. The infection is ensured by a perfect combination of two entomopathogenic fungus strains of Beauveria bassiana:

– The spores of one strain penetrate the respiratory and/or oral cavity of the pest causing destruction of hyphal accumulation and infection in the digestive tract and circulatory system. It also destroys the production of enzymes and toxins that break down the body tissues at the cellular level.

– The spores of the other strain germinate on the outer shell of the pest and subsequently penetrate the host body, where the final infection occurs, causing the death of the insect.

The entire body of the dead pest overgrows, and it is completely covered with the mycelium of the hyper parasitic fungus Beauveria bassiana, which decomposes it. The spores remain viable in this environment for a long time, making them still infectious to the pests.

BÖVI, effective method to fight soil pests

Application and dosage

For the perfect effectiveness of the product, the pest must come into contact with the microorganisms of BÖVI preparation. Therefore, its precise application at the optimal time according to the instructions and subsequent incorporation into the soil is essential. BÖVI preparation is immediately ready-to-use after opening. It is made in liquid form, so no further treatment and complicated dissolution are necessary as it is in dried forms. To apply the product, mix it in 300 to 500 liters of water. It can be applied into the soil with a sprayer or liquid fertilizer applicator at a recommended maximum pressure of 2 bars. For maximum effectiveness, the preparation must be incorporated into the soil to the depth of sowing or planting. In case of cultivated crops such as legumes, root and cruciferous vegetables, including potatoes, it is recommended to incorporate the preparation below the depth of the min. seed bed or depth of planting of tubers, ideally just below. In orchards and vineyards, it is recommended to apply the preparation by spraying it into the row space – as close to the stem as possible. For vegetable species in covered areas, in foil plants, in greenhouses and in ornamental horticulture, it can also be applied via drip irrigation, if necessary 2 to 3 times during the growing season.

The recommended dose before planting and sowing the crops is 10 l per hectare, in case of maintenance application the dose can be reduced. The minimum recommended dose is 1 l per hectare. It is recommended to apply BÖVI preparation in early autumn and/or spring according to the individual crops. Spraying should be applied early in the morning or late in the evening to prevent damage to the microorganisms by strong sunlight.

Joint application with plant protection preparations and fertilizers is possible, but a miscibility test must be carried out first.

It can be mixed and applied with any product that does not have a fungicidal effect. Do not apply it simultaneously with products based on Trichoderma fungi. A waiting period of 4 – 6 weeks is required between applications.

The product is harmless to humans and animals. It is not phytotoxic. BÖVI preparation is an environmentally friendly biological product with a bio certificate.

Benefits of using BÖVI preparation and its effectiveness:

improves the overall health of plants
treats the soil profile with an effect that extends the current season
limits the habitat of pests, keeps them away and reduces the risk of plant damage
increases and strengthens root mass and plant growth
has a positive effect on the number of flowers and plant abundance
allows for higher crop yield potential

Bövi preparation is a unique microbial preparation developed by the Hungarian company PANNON-TRADE Kft. based on many years of research experiments. It is manufactured and distributed by AZOTER Trading s.r.o.