Downy Mildew in Vineyards. Fusarium in Tomatoes. High Greenhouse Temperatures. Soil Problems. Poor Seed Germination...

Different challenges. AGRO ECA PROTECT is the new solution we offer to support agriculture. In addition to being used across Europe, the product is now also available and used in Bulgaria. It supports plants’ natural processes, stimulates their development and helps them cope better with stress caused by adverse conditions.

One Product – Multiple Applications

AGRO ECA PROTECT is a non-microbial plant biostimulant with CE marking in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2019/1009. It is also approved for use in organic farming.

For seeds, it supports a strong start and good germination. For developing plants, it supports growth and nutrient uptake. During high temperatures, it helps plants cope with heat stress.

The product can be applied through foliar spraying, irrigation, drip irrigation systems and cold fogging.

18.2% Higher Germination in Seed Trials

In trials conducted on vegetable seeds, seeds treated with AGRO ECA PROTECT showed 18.2% higher germination compared with untreated seeds. A reduction in microorganisms – fungi and bacteria – was also observed in the tested seed varieties.

For growers, this means that giving plants a strong start can begin even before the seeds reach the soil.

Support During Hot Weather

Trials on strawberries, cucumbers, lettuce and Chinese cabbage have shown that applying AGRO ECA PROTECT before periods of high temperatures supports plants’ natural cooling mechanisms.

The trials recorded an approximately 20% increase in transpiration during hot weather. The fine mineral layer formed on the plants also helps reduce overheating and damage caused by intense sunlight.

How Does It Work?

AGRO ECA PROTECT is based on ECA – Electrochemical Activation technology.

Through a specialised technological process, an active solution is produced that supports plants and helps limit the development of unwanted microorganisms.

The formula also contains zeolite – a natural mineral that forms a very fine layer on the plant and helps improve its resilience under adverse conditions.

AGRO ECA PROTECT is a non-microbial biostimulant suitable for vegetables, fruit and berry crops, vineyards and nurseries – both outdoors and in greenhouses.

It is important to emphasise that the product is not a plant protection product – its role is to support plants’ natural processes, development and resilience.

What Bulgarian growers who already use AGRO ECA PROTECT have to say:

Scientific results are important, but farmers have another key question – how does the product perform under real-world conditions?

AGRO ECA PROTECT is already being used on farms in Southwestern Bulgaria with various crops and growing technologies.

Experience with Five Different Crops in Rupite

Agro Pharmacy “Alexander Popov 2013” Ltd. in the village of Rupite, Petrich Municipality has practical experience with tomatoes, cucumbers, vineyards, strawberries and cherries.

“The product works very well on tomatoes, cucumbers, vineyards, strawberries and cherries. The results are very fast with an exceptionally low application rate,” the company reports.

35 Hectares of Vineyards and Experience with Downy Mildew

Pavel Gramatikov, owner of “Melnik 2004” Ltd., grows 35 hectares (350 decares) of vineyards in the village of Gorno Spanchovo.

Following the appearance of downy mildew, two applications were carried out three days apart using a 2.5% AGRO ECA PROTECT solution.

“After the two applications, the downy mildew in the vineyards disappeared,” says Pavel Gramatikov.

Positive experience in vineyards has also been reported by Kostadin Chorbadzhiyski, owner of “Family Partners” Ltd. in Petrich.

His assessment is brief: “AGRO ECA PROTECT works wonders.”

Strawberries and Laboratory Analysis After Application

“Hen House” Ltd. in Petrich uses AGRO ECA PROTECT in strawberry production. Following application of the product, a laboratory analysis was carried out in Greece.

According to information provided by the farm, the analysis detected no residues from the product. This is particularly interesting for growers looking for technologies aimed at producing crops with minimal residues.

1 Hectare of Greenhouse Soil in Novo Delchevo

“Enpro” Ltd. in the village of Novo Delchevo, Sandanski Municipality uses AGRO ECA PROTECT to treat the soil in 1 hectare (10 decares) of greenhouses.

The farm highlights as an important practical advantage the ability to begin planting immediately after treatment.

Practical Experience with Fusarium in Tomatoes

In greenhouses in the village of Katuntsi, Sandanski Municipality, the product was applied through three irrigation treatments to address a Fusarium problem in tomatoes.

The growers report that the problem was brought under control following the applications.

Through Drip Irrigation or Cold Fogging

Greenhouse growers from Kresna use AGRO ECA PROTECT both through drip irrigation systems and with cold fogging machines.

With cold fogging, the working solution is transformed into a fine mist that spreads throughout the space and reaches the plants evenly. This allows the application method to be adapted to the area, crop and growing technology of each individual farm.

Foliar spraying, irrigation, drip irrigation, soil treatment or cold fogging – this versatility is one of the practical advantages of AGRO ECA PROTECT.

The product is available in Bulgaria together with professional application solutions – equipment and technology tailored to the specific conditions of each farm:

✓ ULV treatment of large areas of up to 5 decares – FAN FOGGER

✓ Autonomous operation without an external compressor – TURBO FOGGER

✓ Treatment of areas up to 0.5 decares – TURBO FOGGER 50 L

✓ Application in high spaces – FOGGER TANK T