Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions used to promote seed germnination, emergence, healthy root development, plant growth, disease resistance, maturity and ultimately increase tuber crop yield in agricultural commodities. The present invention also relates to seeds and seed pieces treated with the compositions and methods of the present invention. The compositions of the invention contain a polysaccharide and/or protein.
Abstract: The present invention provides a method of inhibiting fungal growth on a growing plant of agricultural or horticultural origin. In a preferred embodiment, an effective amount of a fungal growth inhibiting composition comprising a peptide and a polysaccharide is administered to the plant.