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PMV-01®: the biological control agent against PepMV

What is PMV®-01?

PMV®-01 is the result of 10 years of scientific research in Belgium, the Netherlands and Spain. This research showed that the best protection against the highly infectious Pepinomozaïekvirus (PepMV) was achieved with a vaccination strategy based on a unique, mild and stable Chilean PepMV-isolate. This isolate quickly colonizes the plants and subsequently offers optimal protection against PepMV damage. Based on this knowledge PMV®-01 was developed. The product itself has a certified production process with strict quality controls.

Vaccination strategy

But PMV®-01 is more than just a product, it is a strategy. Taking pre- and post-vaccination leaf samples is part of the vaccination strategy. Pre-vaccination samples are taken to check the young plants for a possible PepMV infection before vaccination and post-vaccination samples are taken to confirm a successful installation of the vaccine.

PMV®-01 is authorized for use as a biological plant protection product in the majority of the European member states and in a handful of countries outside the European Union. This number will be increasing in the near future. Currently, several evaluation procedures are in progress, both in- and outside Europe.

PMV®-01

Since its very first use, a total surface of more than 10000 ha has been treated with PMV®-01.

Where can PMV®-01 be used?

PMV®-01 is currently authorized for use as a biological control agent against PepMV in 25 different countries.

Armenia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Germany, Greece, Spain, Finland, France, Croatia, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Morocco, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Norway, Slovenia, Slovakia, United Kingdom, USA (Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Illinois, Maine, Georgia, New York, Kentucky)

Why do tomato growers choose for PMV^®-01?

The main reason why tomato growers use PMV®-01 is that PMV®-01 has proven to be an excellent solution for PepMV problems. Quality and production losses due to PepMV can be avoided after vaccination with PMV®-01. Strict quality controls during the production process guarantee the excellent effect of PMV®-01 and the accurate support of our vaccination experts ensures correct implementation of the vaccination strategy.

Use plant protection products safely. Before use, always read the label and product information, including the corresponding risk phrases and hazard symbols.