Streptocycline is an Antibacterial Antibiotic formulation recommended for effective control of bacterial diseases of plants. It is a yellow colored free flowing powder containing Streptomycin Sulphate and Tetracycline Hydrochloride in a ratio of 9:1. It is readily soluble in water and being systemic in action gets readily absorbed in the plant when sprayed and does not get washed off in rain.
Composition:
Streptomycin Sulphate: 90% w/w
Tetracycline Hydrochloride: 10% w/w
Preparation of Spray Mixture:
Dissolve the required quantity of Streptocycline directly in 10 liters of water and make up the desired volume by the remaining quantity of water.
Compatibility:
Streptocycline may be used in combination with Aureofungin sol for the control of bacterial and fungal diseases.
Streptocycline is compatible with most of the commonly used insecticides and fungicides.
Toxicity: Streptocycline is non-toxic to plants, animals, and human beings. However, it is advisable to follow normal precautions recommended for handling pesticides, such as avoiding prolonged exposure to skin, inhalation, and inadvertent ingestion.
Dosage:
Crop | Disease | Dose |
Rice | Bacterial leaf Blight | 6 grams in 60 liters of water |
Chilli and Tomato | Black spot | 6grams in 60 to 120-liter water |
Cabbage and Cauliflower | Black spot | 1 grams in 10 Liter water |
Potato | Brown rot | 6 grams in 120-liter water |
Cucumber | Leaf spot | 6 grams in 120-liter water |
Cotton | Angular leaf spot & black arm | 6 grams in 60-120 liter water |
Citrus | Citrus Canker | 6 grams in 60-120 liter water |
Grapes, Sugarcane, Mango | Bacterial Diseases | 6 grams in 60-120 liter water |