VISALIA, Calif., November 3, 2026 – Sym-Agro is pleased to announce that California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has approved Eckosil Shield for sunburn and scald protection on crops in California. The Eckosil supporting field trial data satisfied the CDFA requirement for these claims to be added to the label.
After 4 years of commercial use and submitting numerous trial reports, Eckosil Shield is the only validated silicon containing brand which can make substantiated claims for sunburn protection.
Some of the highlighted supporting results: Table Grapes 48-70% reduction in sunburn, Citrus 55% reduction in sunburned fruit, Apples 56% reduction of sun scald, Red Onions 58% reduction in surface sun scald These new claims are in addition to current label uses for heat & stress mitigation that Eckosil provides on all treated crops.
Eckosil Shield goes on clear and works from the inside out to reduce stress and prevent sunburn, unlike other solar protectants that leave a visible film and may require a designated application. It is also tank-mix compatible with all cover spray programs for convenient in-season use. There also is a drip irrigation application option for treatments when cover spays have halted. It is best to plan ahead for heat stress with applications starting 7-28 days prior to heat events for the best performance.
Provides proof / validation that the formulation gets silicon into the treated crop.
Bierma says “Sym-Agro is committed to conducting the research required to validate our product claims in the marketplace so growers can have confidence when choosing Eckosil Shield.”
For the 2027 growing season make Eckosil part of your heat stress and sunburn plan.