Actinovate SP Biological Fungicide | OMRI Listed
Actinovate SP Biological Fungicide is a water-soluble, OMRI-listed biological fungicide/bactericide powered by Streptomyces lydicus WYEC 108 to help suppress and control common soil-borne and foliar plant diseases in greenhouse, nursery, ornamental, landscape, interiorscape, and turf programs.
Actinovate SP Biological Fungicide is a professional-grade biological fungicide/bactericide formulated to help protect plants from a broad range of root-zone and foliar diseases. Powered by the beneficial microbe Streptomyces lydicus WYEC 108, Actinovate SP colonizes plant roots and foliage, helping create a protective biological presence against harmful fungi and bacteria when used according to label directions.
This soluble powder is ideal for growers, nurseries, greenhouse operators, turf managers, landscapers, and ornamental plant professionals looking for a flexible disease-management tool that fits into integrated pest management programs. It can be applied as a soil drench, foliar spray, transplant dip, or through approved chemigation systems, depending on the use site and label directions. Actinovate SP is completely soluble in water and does not require constant agitation when used alone, helping reduce clogging concerns in application equipment.
Actinovate SP is labeled for suppression or control of key soil-borne diseases such as Pythium, Rhizoctonia, Phytophthora, Fusarium, Aphanomyces, and Armillaria, as well as foliar diseases including Powdery Mildew and Botrytis. For best results, apply preventively or at the earliest signs of disease development, especially when environmental conditions favor disease pressure.
Key Benefits
| Benefit |
Why It Matters |
| Biological disease control |
Uses a beneficial microbe to help suppress soil and foliar pathogens |
| Root and foliage protection |
Colonizes the root system and plant surfaces when applied correctly |
| Flexible application methods |
Use as a soil drench, foliar spray, transplant dip, or approved chemigation treatment |
| Water-soluble powder |
Mixes easily and does not require constant agitation when used alone |
| IPM compatible |
Can be integrated into broader disease-management programs |
| OMRI Listed |
Suitable for many organic production programs when used as directed |
| 24-month shelf life from manufacture |
Helps support inventory planning and professional use programs |
Product Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Product Name |
Actinovate SP Biological Fungicide |
| Product Type |
Biological fungicide/bactericide |
| Formulation |
Soluble powder |
| Active Ingredient |
Streptomyces lydicus WYEC 108 |
| Active Ingredient Percentage |
0.037% |
| Minimum Microbial Count |
Not less than 10 million CFU per gram |
| Primary Use |
Suppression/control of labeled soil-borne and foliar plant diseases |
| Application Methods |
Soil drench, foliar spray, transplant dip, chemigation, soil treatment |
| Best Use Timing |
Preventive or early disease-development stages |
| Pre-Harvest Interval |
May be applied up to and including day of harvest where labeled |
| Storage |
Keep cool and dry, 40°F–77°F; avoid direct sunlight, heat, freezing, and overheating |
Disease Control Chart
| Application Area |
Labeled Diseases Suppressed or Controlled |
| Soil / Root Zone |
Pythium, Rhizoctonia, Phytophthora, Fusarium, Aphanomyces, Armillaria, Sclerotinia*, Verticillium* |
| Foliar / Above-Ground Plant Parts |
Powdery Mildew, Botrytis, Downy Mildew*, Alternaria*, Xanthomonas, Sclerotinia* |
| Turf Applications |
Brown Patch, Dollar Spot, Gray Leaf Spot, Gray Snow Mold, Pink Snow Mold, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Slime Molds, Take-All Patch |
*Some uses are not approved in California. Always follow the product label and state-specific restrictions.
Application Rate Chart
| Use Type |
Mixing Rate |
Application Notes |
| Soil Drench |
4–6 oz per 100 gallons of water |
Apply 1 gallon of finished solution per cubic foot of growing media; saturate without runoff |
| Small-Quantity Soil Drench |
1 teaspoon per 2 gallons of water |
Apply to the root zone or growing media as directed |
| Foliar Spray |
6–12 oz per acre in 50–100 gallons of water |
Apply every 7–14 days depending on disease pressure; wet foliage and blossoms without runoff |
| Small-Quantity Foliar Spray |
1 teaspoon per gallon of water |
Not for use in California unless the label allows |
| Landscape / Interiorscape Foliar Use |
3–12 oz per 100 gallons of water |
Apply on a 3–14 day schedule when conditions favor disease |
| Landscape / Interiorscape Soil Use |
4–6 oz per 100 gallons of water |
Drench base of plant or root ball until soil is saturated without runoff |
| Turf |
18–54 oz per acre |
Apply every 7–24 days through the season or until soil temperatures reach 45°F or lower |
These rates summarize labeled directions for greenhouse, nursery, ornamental, landscape, interiorscape, and turf uses.
How to Use Actinovate SP
Mix the required amount of Actinovate SP with water according to the application method and use site. For soil applications, apply to damp soil or growing media and maintain suitable moisture after treatment to help the beneficial microbe establish in the root zone. For foliar applications, apply before disease appears or during the earliest stages of disease development for best performance. Use prepared spray mixtures within 4 hours.
Do not tank mix Actinovate SP with chlorinated water, quaternary ammonia, or hydrogen peroxide. Always clean application equipment before use, calibrate equipment accurately, and avoid runoff or excessive leaching.
