ADAMA Launched Botanical Fungicide for Grape Growers
The new plant-based fungicide utilizes beet extract to manage Botrytis without requiring pre-harvest intervals.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Botany
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ADAMA has announced the launch of Actavan, a botanical fungicide derived from beet extract designed to protect grape crops against Botrytis. The product is categorized as a P Group 11 fungicide by the Fungicide Resistance Action Committee and requires no pre-harvest interval due to its zero-residue profile.
Why it matters
This development offers grape growers a new botanical option for disease management that avoids the wait times associated with synthetic treatments. The product provides a targeted approach to crop protection by leveraging natural plant mechanisms to combat fungal infection.
The Fungicide Resistance Action Committee (FRAC) has classified Actavan as a P Group 11 agent. This classification indicates it functions by activating the plant's natural defense pathways rather than relying on direct toxic action.
The players
ADAMA
An agrochemical company specializing in crop protection solutions, including herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides for global markets.
Fungicide Resistance Action Committee
An international technical group that establishes guidelines and classifications for fungicides to manage the development of resistance in pathogens.
The details
Actavan works by stimulating the production of specific enzymes within the grape plant itself. These enzymes are responsible for degrading the cell walls of the Botrytis pathogen, effectively inhibiting disease progression. As a botanical solution based on beet extract, the formula leaves zero residue, which eliminates the need for a pre-harvest interval—the mandatory waiting period between the last application of a pesticide and when the crop can be safely harvested.
Timeline
October 2026: The product becomes available for purchase in Australia and New Zealand.
The Tech Race
The introduction of Actavan aligns with the broader agricultural shift toward botanical treatments that fit within existing disease management frameworks. By securing a P Group 11 classification, the product positions itself alongside established chemical strategies while targeting the specific demand for residue-free crop protection.
Grape growers in Australia and New Zealand will gain access to this botanical option starting in October 2026. Because the treatment leaves zero residue, it simplifies harvest scheduling by removing the need for a mandatory pre-harvest waiting period.
The takeaway
Growers looking to integrate botanical tools into their disease management programs should watch for the product launch in October 2026. The transition from synthetic to residue-free botanical agents remains a primary trend to monitor for future regulatory and efficiency shifts in viticulture.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by AgriBusiness Global.
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