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Real changes that K-nTech's eco-friendly products have produced in accredited tests and on actual farms. Click any case to view photos, data, and detailed results.

Trichoma WP

Antifungal Activity Against 14 Pathogens

In an accredited test by the Jeonnam Bio Industry Promotion Agency, Trichoma demonstrated 84–99% antifungal activity against a wide range of pathogens including gray mold, sclerotinia, blight, anthracnose, and wilt.

Trichoma · Trichoma + Kaizen

Farm Field Application — Rice & Combination Treatment

Rice seedling trays in Gokseong (Jeonnam) and Wonju (Gangwon) showed improved fine root development and damping-off prevention. A field video demonstrates the difference of the Trichoma + Kaizen combination treatment.

Dr. K-Soilcut

Greenhouse Soil Improvement — 2 Farm Success Cases

At a cucumber farm in Osan (Gyeonggi) and a melon farm in Gokseong (Jeonnam), soil EC dropped up to 57%, fertilizer use was cut 30–40%, and yields rose 12–20% — a comprehensive improvement confirmed in 2023.

Kaizen

Root Promotion & Seedling Growth

In an onion rooting test, Kaizen outperformed the water control and a competing rooting product. In an 11-day lettuce seedling trial, a clear growth difference was visible between the treated and untreated groups.

Trichoma + Ppurigo

Germination & Seedling Effect Trial

In a cucumber seed germination trial, the treated group reached 100% germination compared to 70% in the untreated control. A 12-day lettuce seedling follow-up also showed a clear growth difference.

K-Pangcut

Plant Stem Fungal Disease Management

A 70% grapefruit seed extract preparation used to manage white fungal disease on plant stems. After treatment, the stem surface was visibly clean. (Eco-Friendly OAM Listing No. 2-4-229)

Golf Course Application

Golf courses must balance turf quality with environmental responsibility. K-nTech proposes a green management approach that reduces dependence on synthetic chemicals — built around our eco-friendly soil microbial preparation Trichoma and our plant-extract turf disease management material Masterpang.

Trichoma · Turf-specific

Turf Pathogen Antifungal Test

Accredited verification of mycelial growth inhibition against four major turf pathogens — Large patch, Brown patch, Dollar spot, and Pythium. Includes before/after turf photos and treatment data.

Masterpang · Turf disease management

Plant-Extract Eco-Friendly Turf Disease Management

An eco-friendly disease management material made from a blend of four plant extracts. Accredited tests confirmed strong antifungal activity against various pathogens, while remaining safe for people and the environment.

※ Detailed adoption cases from specific golf courses will be published as data becomes available.

Home Gardening

From balcony gardens to indoor houseplants, K-nTech offers eco-friendly plant care that families can use with confidence. Made from natural-sourced raw materials, these products are safe even on edible crops.

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Root development and vitality together — helping crops grow strong even in compact spaces.

New seedlings · Foliage plants

K-Microbe

A handful into the soil to keep the rhizosphere healthy — ideal for repotting and new seedlings.

Yellowing leaves · Fungus

K-Pangcut

When fungal or bacterial disease is a concern — eco-friendly antifungal care.

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Trichoma — Antifungal Activity Against 14 Pathogens

Trichoma WP Jeonnam Bio Industry Promotion Agency Accredited Test

Pathogens tested

84.7–99.96%

Antifungal activity range

Effects on plant growth

Test Overview

Trichoma WP, an eco-friendly soil microbial preparation cultivated from Trichoderma harzianum isolated from nature, was evaluated by an accredited Korean testing institution for its antifungal activity against a wide range of plant pathogens.

Antifungal Test Results (14 Pathogens)

Testing institution: Jeonnam Bio Industry Promotion Agency

Pathogen (scientific name)	Disease	Inhibition
Botrytis cinerea	Gray mold, gray rot	97.44%
Rhizoctonia solani	Damping-off, root rot, sheath blight	97.44%
Sclerotium sclerotiorum	Sclerotinia rot	98.08%
Sclerotium cepivorum	White rot	95.23%
Phytophthora capsici	Phytophthora blight, root rot	99.96%
Colletotrichum acutatum	Anthracnose	88.89%
Colletotrichum gloeosporioides	Anthracnose	93.48%
Colletotrichum coccodes	Anthracnose	94.80%
Fusarium sp.	Fusarium	93.60%
Fusarium oxysporum	Wilt, vine decline	97.10%
Pythium	Pythium, root rot, damping-off, blight	84.70%
Sclerotinia homoeocarpa	Dollar spot, leaf blight	92.00%
Pseudoperonospora	Downy mildew	92.30%
Cladosporium sp.	Leaf mold	98.84%

Trichoma WP test report conclusion — Conclusion from the Jeonnam Bio Industry Promotion Agency: *"The antifungal activity of Trichoma against each pathogen was successfully verified. The Trichoma product is judged to have strong antifungal activity against a wide range of pathogens."*

5 Effects of Trichoma on Plants

Category	Action	Description
1. Disease suppression	Inhibits pathogen growth	Protects plants from fungal and wilt-causing pathogens through enzymatic breakdown and competitive exclusion
2. Root growth promotion	Induces rooting and root development	Increases root length and density, enhancing nutrient uptake and accelerating early establishment
3. Stress tolerance	Improves resistance to environmental stress	Induces tolerance to abiotic stress such as drought, heat, salinity, and cold
4. Growth hormone induction	Stimulates secretion of growth hormones such as IAA	Activates growth-related genes inside the plant, improving overall vegetative growth
5. Soil ecosystem improvement	Promotes beneficial microbe activity	Balances beneficial microbes in the soil, restoring soil vitality and creating a sustainable rhizosphere

Competitor Culture Comparison

K-nTech Trichoma vs competing Trichoderma products — culture comparison — From left: Trichoma (K-nTech), Product E (Korean Company H), Product R (Imported, Germany), Product P (Company P) — K-nTech Trichoma shows visibly superior mycelial activity.

Summary: 84–99% antifungal activity against 14 major plant pathogens and five proven effects on plant growth — all verified by an accredited Korean testing institution. Strong soil disease management is achievable without relying on synthetic chemicals.

Trichoma — Farm Field Application

Trichoma Trichoma + Kaizen Rice cultivation Field application

2 regions

Gokseong (Jeonnam) · Wonju (Gangwon)

Fine roots ↑

Damping-off prevented

Video evidence

Combination treatment

Rice Seedling Tray Application

Trichoma was applied to rice seedling trays in Gokseong (Jeonnam) and Wonju (Gangwon), with treated and untreated sections compared. In both regions, the treated trays showed promoted fine root development and effective prevention of damping-off disease.

Gokseong Jeonnam / Wonju Gangwon rice seedling tray — treated vs untreated — Top: Gokseong (Jeonnam) rice trays · Bottom: Wonju (Gangwon) rice trays — left untreated / right treated. Result: fine root promotion and damping-off prevention.

Trichoma + Kaizen Combination Treatment

In a trial combining Trichoma with Kaizen, a clear difference was observed between the treated and untreated groups.

Trichoma + Kaizen combination vs untreated — [Untreated] vs [Treated] — Trichoma + Kaizen combination

Field application video

Summary: Beyond accredited laboratory tests, Trichoma's effectiveness is consistently confirmed in real farm conditions. The Trichoma + Kaizen combination delivers measurable synergy.

Dr. K-Soilcut — Greenhouse Soil Improvement Cases

Dr. K-Soilcut Cucumber · Melon 2 farms Greenhouse cultivation DTPA chelate

2 farms

Osan (Gyeonggi) · Gokseong (Jeonnam)

Up to 57% ↓

Soil EC reduction

30–40% ↓

Fertilizer use

12–20% ↑

Yield increase

2023 — 2 Farm Success Cases

Dr. K-Soilcut breaks down accumulated fertilizer residues in soil to enhance plant nutrient uptake. Applied at a cucumber farm in Osan (Gyeonggi) and a melon farm in Gokseong (Jeonnam), it improved soil conditions while simultaneously reducing fertilizer use and increasing yields.

Dr. K-Soilcut success cases — Osan cucumber farm / Gokseong melon farm — Left: Osan (Gyeonggi) cucumber farm / Right: Gokseong (Jeonnam) melon farm — Dr. K-Soilcut applied 3 times at 2-week intervals

Category	Osan (Gyeonggi) Cucumber farm	Gokseong (Jeonnam) Melon farm
Test period	March 2023	March 2023
Application	3 treatments (2-week intervals)	3 treatments (2-week intervals)
Soil EC	8.9 → 3.8 dS/m	8.5 → 5.4 dS/m
Fertilizer use	~40% reduction	~30% reduction
Yield	~20% increase	~12% increase

Before / After Soil EC Measurement (Additional Verification)

At another greenhouse site, soil EC consistently dropped after only a short treatment period — confirming the reproducibility of the effect.

Before / After soil EC measurement at greenhouse site — Soil EC measurement before vs after one week of treatment — all 5 measurement points across Zone 1 and Zone 2 showed consistent decreases

Measurement point	Before (dS/m)	After (dS/m)	Reduction
Zone 1 A	6.64	5.27	1.37
Zone 1 B	6.76	5.37	1.39
Zone 1 C	6.64	5.27	1.37
Zone 2 A	5.17	4.22	0.95
Zone 2 B	5.17	4.14	1.03

Summary: Dr. K-Soilcut rapidly lowers soil EC in greenhouse environments to relieve salt accumulation, while simultaneously delivering 30–40% fertilizer reduction and 12–20% yield increase.

Kaizen — Root Promotion & Seedling Growth

Kaizen Onion · Lettuce Japan technical partnership Comparison test

1,000–2,000×

Dilution rate

11 days

Lettuce growth difference confirmed

Outperforms competitor

Superior rooting performance

Kaizen Rooting Test (Onion)

Onions of identical condition were divided into a water-treated control, Kaizen-treated groups (1,000× and 2,000×), and a competing rooting product control for comparison.

Kaizen Growth Test (Lettuce Seedling)

Test conditions: Lettuce sown on June 20 / Kaizen 1,000× dilution, sprayer-applied twice at 7-day intervals

Kaizen-treated vs control lettuce seedlings — day 11 — Left: control / Right: treated. Sown June 20 → observed July 1. The treated group showed clearly superior germination and early growth.

Summary: In both rooting (onion) and seedling growth (lettuce) trials, Kaizen demonstrated clear and rapid effects compared to the water control and competing rooting product. The microbial secondary metabolites — developed through a Japanese technical partnership — translate into measurable, visible differences.

Trichoma + Ppurigo — Germination & Seedling Trial

Trichoma + Ppurigo Cucumber · Lettuce In-house trial 2024

100% vs 70%

Treated vs untreated germination

~1.5×

Root length (3–4 cm vs 2–2.5 cm)

12 days

Lettuce seedling follow-up

① Cucumber Seed Germination Test

Test conditions

Cucumber seeds placed on a damp paper towel in a tray
Treated: 500× Trichoma WP + 500× Ppurigo dilution given once, then plain water once a day
Control: plain water only
Period: April 10 – April 14, 2024 (5 days)

Cucumber seed germination test — Day 1 preparation — Day 1 (Apr 10) — seed preparation

Cucumber seed germination test — Day 5 treated group — Day 5 (Apr 14) — Treated group: Trichoma + Ppurigo

Cucumber seed germination test — Day 5 control — Day 5 (Apr 14) — Control: water only

Category	Treated	Control
Germination rate	100%	70%
Root length	3–4 cm	2–2.5 cm

※ The treated group was superior in germination rate, germination speed, and seed condition.

② Ppurigo Lettuce Seedling Test

Test conditions

Lettuce seedlings of identical condition
Treated by bottom-watering with Ppurigo 500× dilution; no additional watering during the trial
Period: April 3 – April 15, 2024 (12-day follow-up)

April 3 — test preparation — Apr 3 — Setup

Summary: From germination to seedling stage, Trichoma and Ppurigo deliver clear benefits across the early growth of crops. Germination rate, root length, and growth speed all showed marked differences compared to untreated controls.

K-Pangcut — Plant Stem Fungal Disease Management

K-Pangcut Fungal disease Eco-Friendly OAM Listing No. 2-4-229 Eco-friendly disease management

70%

Grapefruit seed extract content

After treatment

Disease visibly cleared

Residue-free

Usable up to harvest

Before / After Comparison

An example of K-Pangcut applied to white fungal disease on a plant stem — after treatment, the stem surface was visibly clean.

K-Pangcut before treatment (white fungus) → after treatment (clean stem) — Left: before (white fungus visible) → Right: after (disease cleared)

Product Information

Category	Details
Composition	Grapefruit seed extract 70%, adjuvants 30%
Certification	Eco-Friendly OAM Listing No. 2-4-229
Primary effect	Antifungal activity against fungal and bacterial diseases
Usable timing	Up to the harvest period (residue-free)
Applicable crops	Most plants (avoid solanaceous crops)

Summary: An eco-friendly disease management product made from natural plant extract, capable of immediately managing fungal disease on stems and leaves without synthetic chemicals. Safe to use even during the harvest period.

Trichoma — Turf Pathogen Antifungal Test

Trichoma Turf-specific Jeonnam Bio Industry Promotion Agency Accredited Test

Major turf pathogens

79.86%

Large patch inhibition (control 43.74%)

84.67%

Pythium inhibition (control 74.82%)

Test Overview

The mycelial growth inhibition of Trichoma — an eco-friendly soil microbial preparation cultivated from Trichoderma harzianum — was evaluated against major turf pathogens at an accredited institution. Treated plots received two applications at one-week intervals and results were measured one month later. Inhibition rates were normalized so that the untreated control's incidence reduction was set to zero, then compared to Trichoma and the standard control (3-replicate average).

Turf Pathogen Test Results

Testing institution: Jeonnam Bio Industry Promotion Agency · Unit: Inhibition rate (%)

Pathogen	Disease	Trichoma-treated	Control
Rhizoctonia solani AG2-2(Ⅳ)	Large patch	79.86%	43.74%
Rhizoctonia solani AG1-1	Brown patch	36.78%	0%
Sclerotinia homoeocarpa	Dollar spot	68.30%	46.20%
Pythium spp.	Pythium	84.67%	74.82%

Trichoma turf TEST — before/after comparison and data table — Left: Large patch outbreak → Right: result one month after two applications at one-week intervals

14-Pathogen Antifungal Reference Data

Beyond turf, Trichoma's antifungal effect has been verified against a wide range of plant pathogens. In addition to common turf diseases — Large patch, Brown patch, Dollar spot, Pythium, and Fairy ring — strong antifungal activity has also been confirmed against gray mold, sclerotinia, Phytophthora blight, anthracnose, and other diseases in a 14-pathogen panel.

Testing institution: Jeonnam Bio Industry Promotion Agency — 14-pathogen antifungal activity table

Rooting & Establishment Effects

In addition to its antifungal action, Trichoma — as a rhizosphere microbe — stimulates fine root development and accelerates establishment. By dominating the rhizosphere, it forms a protective shield around the roots that blocks harmful pathogens from entering.

Trichoma rooting and establishment effect — Rooting development and turf establishment after Trichoma treatment

Application Guide

Category	Details
Application timing	About one month before disease outbreak
Method	One 200 g powder unit diluted in water and applied evenly over ~1,000 m² (0.10 ha)
Frequency	2nd application 2 weeks after the first (3rd application recommended)
Caution	Check mixing chart before tank-mixing with pesticides · Store in a dry, cool place (room temperature acceptable)
Shelf life	2 years from production date

Summary: Trichoma demonstrated clearly superior inhibition of mycelial growth versus the control across all four major turf pathogens (Large patch · Brown patch · Dollar spot · Pythium), with strong antifungal activity confirmed across a broader 14-pathogen panel as well. A strong fit for eco-friendly turf management that reduces dependence on synthetic chemicals.

Masterpang — Plant-Extract Eco-Friendly Turf Disease Management

Masterpang Turf-specific 4 plant extracts blend Jeonnam Bio Industry Promotion Agency

Plant extracts blended

1–2 mL/m²

Standard dose

Standalone OK

Antifungal activity verified

Product Overview

Masterpang is an eco-friendly disease management material developed for turf and general agricultural use, formulated as a blend of four plant extracts. The component extracts have long been used as natural preservatives and antimicrobials and are still used today in health supplements and antimicrobial formulations. Despite being an eco-friendly material, accredited testing has confirmed antifungal activity against a variety of pathogens. Masterpang may be used alone or tank-mixed with other materials.

Key Features

Eco-friendly functional material made from plant extracts
Harmless to humans
Reduces incidence of fungal disease, especially in the rhizosphere of turf
Blocks the spread of various fungal diseases
Resolves a wide range of physiological disorders in turf
Win-win effect when tank-mixed with pesticides

Antifungal Activity Test Reports

Like Trichoma, Masterpang has also been verified for antifungal activity against various pathogens by the Jeonnam Bio Industry Promotion Agency.

Application Guide

Category	Details
Application timing	Early stage of disease outbreak
Dose	1–2 mL/m²
Method	Soil drench, before or after disease outbreak
Caution	Avoid application in strong sunlight · Conduct a small-scale compatibility test before tank-mixing · Avoid mixing with alkaline products

Summary: An eco-friendly turf disease management material formulated from four plant extracts. Safe for people and the environment, with accredited verification of antifungal activity. Manages fungal diseases on turf and enhances results when tank-mixed with other materials.

Featured Application Cases

Antifungal Activity Against 14 Pathogens

Farm Field Application — Rice & Combination Treatment

Greenhouse Soil Improvement — 2 Farm Success Cases

Root Promotion & Seedling Growth

Germination & Seedling Effect Trial

Plant Stem Fungal Disease Management

Golf Course Application

Turf Pathogen Antifungal Test

Plant-Extract Eco-Friendly Turf Disease Management

⛳ Reference Photos — Application Environments

Home Gardening

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