{"id":13042,"date":"2025-04-15T19:03:25","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T13:33:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kurelaagrofarms.com\/?p=13042"},"modified":"2025-04-25T10:22:37","modified_gmt":"2025-04-25T04:52:37","slug":"how-to-control-fruit-rot-in-dragon-fruit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kurelaagrofarms.com\/te\/how-to-control-fruit-rot-in-dragon-fruit\/","title":{"rendered":"\u0c21\u0c4d\u0c30\u0c3e\u0c17\u0c28\u0c4d \u0c2b\u0c4d\u0c30\u0c42\u0c1f\u0c4d \u0c32\u0c4b \u0c2a\u0c02\u0c21\u0c4d\u0c32 \u0c15\u0c41\u0c33\u0c4d\u0c33\u0c41 \u0c24\u0c46\u0c17\u0c41\u0c32\u0c41\u0c28\u0c41 \u0c0e\u0c32\u0c3e \u0c28\u0c3f\u0c2f\u0c02\u0c24\u0c4d\u0c30\u0c3f\u0c02\u0c1a\u0c3e\u0c32\u0c3f"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n \ud83c\udf3f Introduction <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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If you\u2019re growing dragon fruit and seeing your precious fruits turn brown, soft, or start leaking on the vine\u2014you\u2019re likely dealing with Fruit Rot<\/strong>. It\u2019s one of the most frustrating problems because it shows up just when you think you\u2019ve won the season.<\/p>

At Kurela Agro Farms<\/strong>, we\u2019ve battled fruit rot during monsoon, high humidity, and dense crop phases. We\u2019ve tried everything\u2014from cow-based solutions to strategic chemical sprays. And now, we\u2019re sharing what\u2019s worked best for us and the farmers we support.<\/p>

This is not theory. This is real-world experience<\/strong> with a clear goal: to help you reduce loss, protect yield, and grow with confidence.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n \ud83d\udd0d What is Fruit Rot in Dragon Fruit? <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Fruit rot is a fungal disease<\/strong> caused by pathogens like Colletotrichum<\/strong>, Rhizopus<\/strong>, or Botryodiplodia<\/strong>. These fungi thrive in warm, moist conditions\u2014especially when fruits are exposed to physical damage, rain, or poor airflow.<\/p>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t

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Soft, water-soaked patches on fruit<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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\n \u26a0\ufe0f Why It\u2019s a Serious Problem <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Affects market-quality fruit and reduces income<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Can spread across vines in just 2\u20133 days<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Higher in shaded or low-ventilation setups<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Weakens the plant for future flowering cycles<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t

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\n \ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Best Practices for Prevention & Early Control <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Here\u2019s what we follow strictly on our farm. These steps reduce 80% of the problem before it even starts.<\/p><\/blockquote>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t

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Use shade nets that allow light and reduce direct rainfall<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Train fruiting branches upward \u2014 avoid contact with soil or each other<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Avoid overhead irrigation during flowering and fruiting<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Harvest fruits a few days early during high humidity or rain<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Install fruit slings or nets to prevent bruising<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Build rain shelters or use polythene strips above fruiting areas<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Avoid working in wet fields\u2014spores spread faster through water splash<\/p>\n \t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t

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\ud83e\uddf4 1. Mancozeb + Carbendazim (SAAF)<\/h3>

Dosage<\/strong>: 1.5g each per litre or 3g SAAF<\/p>

Interval<\/strong>: Every 10 days<\/strong><\/p>

Use<\/strong>: As first line of defense when rot is visible<\/p>

\ud83d\udca7 2. Copper Oxychloride (COC)<\/h3>

Dosage<\/strong>: 2g per litre<\/p>

Interval<\/strong>: Every 7\u201310 days<\/strong><\/p>

Use<\/strong>: For surface drying and fungal control post rain<\/p>

\ud83c\udf3f 3. Azoxystrobin (Amistar Top) or Trifloxystrobin<\/h3>

Dosage<\/strong>: 1ml per litre<\/p>

Interval<\/strong>: Every 12\u201315 days<\/strong><\/p>

Use<\/strong>: Systemic protection with curative action<\/p>

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(Use when aiming for chemical-free or ZBNF farming)<\/p>

\ud83c\udf43 1. Neem Oil + Soap Emulsion<\/h3>

Dosage<\/strong>: 3\u20135 ml neem oil + 1 ml liquid soap per litre<\/p>

When<\/strong>: Use early morning or evening<\/p>

Interval<\/strong>: Every 7 days<\/strong> during monsoon or humid conditions<\/p>

Benefit<\/strong>: Acts as antifungal and natural insect deterrent<\/p>

\ud83e\uddc4 2. Garlic + Clove Fermented Spray<\/h3>

Crush 10 garlic pods + 3 cloves<\/p>

Mix with 10g jaggery in 1L water<\/p>

Ferment 2 days, dilute 1:10, then spray<\/p>

Interval<\/strong>: Every 10\u201312 days<\/strong><\/p>

Helps suppress fungal spore germination<\/p>

\ud83d\udc04 3. Jeevamrut + Buttermilk + Turmeric Mix<\/h3>

2L Jeevamrut + 1L buttermilk + 10g turmeric in 10L water<\/p>

Spray thoroughly on stems and fruits<\/p>

Interval<\/strong>: Every 7\u201310 days<\/strong><\/p>

Boosts immunity, discourages fungal colonization<\/p>

\ud83c\udf3e 4. Trichoderma or Pseudomonas Foliar Spray<\/h3>

Dosage<\/strong>: 5g\/L of water<\/p>

When<\/strong>: Ideal after rains<\/p>

Interval<\/strong>: Every 15 days<\/strong><\/p>

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1<\/td>Neem Oil + Soap<\/td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>Jeevamrut + Buttermilk Mix<\/td>Trichoderma foliar spray<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>Garlic + Clove Fermented Spray<\/td>Neem Oil (again)<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>Copper-based (Organic Grade)<\/td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

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Here\u2019s the spray routine we use on our own 8+ acre dragon fruit block:<\/p>
Week<\/th>Application<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Week 1<\/td>Neem Oil Spray + COC after rain<\/td><\/tr>
Week 2<\/td>Jeevamrut + Buttermilk Mix + Trichoderma<\/td><\/tr>
Week 3<\/td>Mancozeb + Carbendazim Combo<\/td><\/tr>
Week 4<\/td>Garlic + Clove Fermented Spray<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

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At Kurela Agro Farms<\/strong>, we grow plants, share knowledge, and stand by every farmer who chooses to do it right. If this guide helped you, please refer it to your farmer groups, or connect with us for farm setup, plant orders, or guidance<\/strong>.<\/p>

\ud83d\udcde +91 8866667502 \/ 8866667503<\/strong>
\ud83c\udf10 www.kurelaagrofarms.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>

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