In potatoes, dormancy is the physiological state of the tuber in which autonomous sprout growth will not occur within a few weeks, even when the tuber is kept in conditions ideal for sprout growth.
Potatoes start to sprout naturally a few weeks after harvest. Perfect control of storage conditions generally saves a few weeks. This is the case in professional storage buildings, with equipment that allows darkness, temperature and humidity to be controlled very precisely, to limit germination pressure as much as possible.
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ARGOS
ARGOS Technical Manual
Download PDFThe essential oil to prevent and control sprouting on your potatoes.
Natural active substance
ARGOS is a sprout inhibitor based on a natural active substance: orange oil. The orange oil is obtained by physical extraction of the orange. No chemical solvents or additives are added during manufacture
Good efficacy
ARGOS burns off sprouts and suppresses the growth of new sprouts. It helps increase the life and freshness of potato crops.
Exempt of Maximum Residue Level
The application of ARGOS results in no residues above the natural level in potato products. So treated, processed potatoes can be freely traded without issues. Argos is therefore exempted from Maximum Residue Level by European authorities.
Volatilised in few hours
There is no waiting period for ARGOS. Potatoes can be removed from the store after treatment. The potatoes can be removed from storage at short notice after the 48 hours store closure following the application.
No taint or odour issues
No unpleasant smells during application and no effect on the smell or taste of potatoes. No effect on the cooking quality or colour of chipping and crisp potatoes
Very good varietal profile
ARGOS is authorised for eating potatoes. In principle, the product can be applied on wide range of varieties.
Storage flexibility
ARGOS is applied by hot fogging with temperature-controlled equipment. It can be used in all types of storage and combined with other storage treatment options in a program.
Fazor/Royal MH®
Potato best use guide 2022
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Download PDFA plant growth regulator for the control of sprouting in potatoes.
Excellent control of sprouting
FAZOR/ROYAL MH controls secondary growth in field, prevents internal and external sprouting in store and significantly reduces volunteer potatoes in following crops.
Improved the marketable quality of the potato
FAZOR/ROYAL MH provides sprout suppression for up to 4 months after application and often beyond. A proven efficacy over many years of use.
Easy-to-use
An outstanding granular formulation easy to use, store and handle. FAZOR/ROYAL MH is a water-soluble granule containing maleic hydrazide, a concentrated product that requires only a small amount per hectare.
Industry recognition
FAZOR/ROYAL MH is recognized as a key sprout suppressant by the industry and supply chain.
Flexibility
FAZOR/ROYAL MH treated potatoes can be sold any time after harvest, no treatment interval means you can take advantage of changes in the market place.
UPL CROP SERVICE MODEL
How do you best use the sprout inhibitor Argos in potato storage?
Stewardship - Application
ARGOS is an effective natural potato sprout inhibitor used as a stand-alone product or as a perfect key element of modern potato sprouting management programme combining in-field use of FAZOR / ROYAL MH and in-store ARGOS treatments. Together they will ensure full season control.
The correct application timing and quality of FAZOR / ROYAL MH and ARGOS are essential in maximizing performance and preventing internal germs development and control sprouts effectively.
The dose rates and applications timings for full season are dependent on many factors:
- Seed health, crop growing / harvesting conditions
- Crop dormancy / Quality at harvest
- Variety stored
- Crop holding temperature
- Ambient ventilation and/or refrigeration
- Store construction
- Store fill-level
Prevent internal germs development
FAZOR / ROYAL MH is a plant growth regulator applied in the field before potato harvest. The right time of application will be important to prevent potato germination in store.
Control sprouts effectively.
ARGOS is applied by fogging equipment in storage, for longer storage periods, necessary for the availability of tubers between two potato harvests, ARGOS can further delay germination, while preserving the weight and quality of the tubers as much as possible.
