PHC presents innovative peptides at Febrasem 2025

Plant Health Care (PHC), a global company of the PI Industries group, is presenting two solutions based on elicitor peptides at Febrasem 2025: Saori and Teikko. The fourth generation of microbiological products is coming to the market as an alternative for controlling foliar diseases and nematodes in soybeans. The fair, promoted by Aprosmat, will take place on June 11 and 12 in Rondonópolis; it has established itself as a national reference in the seed sector.

O biochemical fungicide Saori stands out as the first and only fungicide applied via seed treatment focused on controlling soybean foliar diseases. The technology contributes to increasing the efficiency of foliar fungicides and slows the spread of pathogens. Field results demonstrate an average increase in productivity of between 4% and 6%, with less use of agrochemicals. The product reduces leaf fall, improves grain filling and offers protection from emergence.

In turn, the Teikko biochemical nematicide brings a new approach to controlling phytopathogenic nematodes. The product has a long-lasting effect, even under climatic stress. With low dosage and high compatibility with other inputs, it acts by activating the plant's natural defenses. In tests with soybeans, it showed control equivalent to or superior to that of leading bionematicides, with average gains of up to 6,4 bags per hectare.

Both solutions use PREtec technology, the result of more than a decade of research. The elicitor peptides are natural, residue-free and compatible with conventional agricultural management. The approach seeks to protect crops without negatively impacting the environment or soil health.

Febrasem 2025 will take place at the Rondonópolis Exhibition Park and has the theme “Seeds of Tomorrow”. The event promotes the exchange of knowledge between specialists, producers and representatives of agribusiness, focusing on innovations that boost productivity in the field.