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Crazy roots can be recognized by the growth of fine roots on the propagation blocks and around drippers. The propagation blocks – and sometimes the substrate mats – become so full of roots that the dripper water drains away. As a result, the plants dry out. Sometimes blocks and mats also become extremely expanded. Furthermore, you can see that the plant is more vegetative, that the stems thicken and that fruit budding and formation are negatively affected.

In order to prevent crazy roots as much as possible, the following actions can be taken:

• Avoid using surface water. This is where the crazy roots bacteria may be present.
• When growing in open soil, make sure that no soil particles from outside the farm end up in the greenhouse.
• Disinfect the recirculation water. This prevents the bacteria from spreading throughout all of the greenhouse via the dripper system in the event of a possible infection. 
• Ensure good water quality and use products that keep the dripper system clean, such as Huwa-San. 
• Avoid root contact between plants as much as possible and do not allow roots to grow in drain gutters.  
  

By injecting Argentum into the substrates of the infected plants, normal root growth is promoted. Healthy, vital new roots that can't get infected can then grow again. During cultivation, ECA and Huwa-San are the solutions for suppressing the Agrabacterium (crazy roots). Furthermore, make sure that you completely clean and disinfect the greenhouse during crop changes to make sure that you deactivate the bacteria and prevent re-contamination. In consultation, our disinfection specialists can provide comprehensive advice on your approach to this.

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