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Apple
Main Challenges
- Sunburn (russetting)
- Codling moth
- Thrips and aphids
Protecsol Benefits
- Reduces sunburn up to 50%
- Controls moths and thrips
- Improves fruit quality
Season: October - March (Southern Hemisphere)
Our Crops
Protecsol has demonstrated its effectiveness in a wide variety of crops across multiple climates and regions. Each crop presents unique protection challenges, and Protecsol offers proven solutions for each one.
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Citrus
Main Challenges
- Sun damage on fruits
- Fruit fly
- Asian psyllid (HLB)
Protecsol Benefits
- Fruits without sun defects
- Pest control
- Higher market price
Season: Year-round (selective protection)
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Grape / Wine
Main Challenges
- Berry sunburn
- Grape moth
- Thrips on flowers
Protecsol Benefits
- Intact and premium berries
- Better sugar concentration
- Reduced fungicide use
Season: October - April
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Olive
Main Challenges
- Intense sun damage
- Olive fly
- Water stress
Protecsol Benefits
- Damage-free fruits
- Reduces water use 10-15%
- Higher yield and quality
Season: September - April
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Cherry
Main Challenges
- Rain cracking
- Sunburn
- Fruit fly
Protecsol Benefits
- Reduces cracking
- Export-quality fruits
- Better color and shine
Season: November - December
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Almond
Main Challenges
- Nut sunburn
- Almond moth
- Drought stress
Protecsol Benefits
- Nuts without sun damage
- Moth control
- Lower water stress
Season: October - February
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Pistachio
Main Challenges
- Extreme sun damage
- Nut fly
- Intense heat
Protecsol Benefits
- Protection in extreme climate
- Fly control
- 15-20% yield improvement
Season: August - October
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Tomato
Main Challenges
- Physiological disorders
- Thrips and aphids
- Heat stress
Protecsol Benefits
- Uniform fruits
- Pest control
- Fewer chemical applications
Season: September - May
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Melon
Main Challenges
- Radiation damage
- Cucumber beetle
- Water stress
Protecsol Benefits
- Melons without defects
- Pest control
- Higher sugar content
Season: October - March
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Coffee
Main Challenges
- Solar stress at low altitudes
- Coffee rust
- Various pests
Protecsol Benefits
- Reduces thermal stress
- Compatible with fungicides
- Improves bean quality
Season: Year-round (selective)
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Banana
Main Challenges
- Burn / lenticels
- Scratch pests
- Water stress
Protecsol Benefits
- Defect-free fruits
- Higher export price
- Reduces irrigation 10%
Season: October - April
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Onion
Main Challenges
- Leaf burn
- Tobacco thrips
- Fungal diseases
Protecsol Benefits
- Healthy green leaves
- Thrips control
- Better bulb vigor
Season: June - December
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Strawberry / Blueberry
Main Challenges
- Sun damage on fruits
- Spider mites
- Botrytis
Protecsol Benefits
- Berries without defects
- Mite control
- Better post-harvest life
Season: October - March
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Walnut
Main Challenges
- Fruit sunburn
- Walnut fly
- Black knot bacterium
Protecsol Benefits
- Premium export fruits
- Fly control
- Better seed quality
Season: September - March
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Pineapple
Main Challenges
- Fruit sunburn (sunscald)
- Mealybug
- Water stress
Protecsol Benefits
- Fruits without sunburn
- Soft pest control
- Higher yield per hectare
Season: Year-round (selective)
What is the Best Time to Apply Protecsol?
Application timing is critical to maximize benefits. In general, we recommend:
Tree Fruits
Apply when fruit reaches 50% of its final size and until 3-4 weeks before harvest.
Leaf Crops
From germination to harvest, in applications every 10-14 days depending on pest pressure.
Coffee & Perennials
During thermal stress season and pest presence, with emphasis on flowering and fruit set.
Protecsol for Your Specific Crop
Our technical team can design a customized protection program for your farming operation.
Consult a Specialist