Narcissus: Alternatives to the use of formaldehyde in HWT tanks for the control of stem nematode and Fusarium basal rot (BOF 061)

Summary

This preliminary review found a number of potential alternatives to the use of formaldehyde in hot-water treatment tanks, including use of some biocides, amendment of current HWT temperature regimes, incorporating pre-soaking and post warming stages or use of auxiliary devices.

Sector:
Horticulture
Project code:
BOF 061
Date:
01 January 2007 - 31 December 2010
AHDB sector cost:
£24,179
Total project value:
£24,179
Project leader:
Mike Lole ADAS Rosemaund

Downloads

BOF 061_Report_Final_2007

About this project

The aim of this project was to examine possible alternatives to the use of formaldehyde in HWT for the control of stem nematodes and basal rot and to make recommendations as to future research and development that may be required to identify a suitable substitute.

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