PhytoGuard™, the onsite Phytophthora detection system
About Us
Why
Phytophthora & Pythium spreads through contaminated soil, aggregates, water, and the live plant trade, infiltrating forests, farms, restoration projects, and city greenspaces. Because it operates unseen, early and accurate detection is the only reliable tool for effective management. However, existing testing methods are often expensive, time-consuming, and impractical for large-scale monitoring—making pathogen detection feel like searching for a needle in a haystack.
Stop
At EcoPath Solutions, we are dedicated to stopping the spread of destructive plant pathogens, with a primary focus on Phytophthora & Pythium—a silent but devastating threat to global biodiversity, agriculture, and urban landscapes. This microscopic pathogen infects plant roots, leading to dieback and ultimately irreversible ecosystem decline. With a vast range of plant hosts, its impact extends beyond vegetation, threatening entire food webs and the species that rely on healthy plant communities.
With your help, we can protect plant health and secure a sustainable future.
Solution
The PhytoGuard™ system can test bulk soil, irrigation water, batch plants, trees and individual soil samples.
Using precise irrigation techniques along with, tailored spore concentration, collection and testing in one system, we have streamlined detection at the source.
Our Future
By combining innovation, collaboration, and education, we are working toward a future where plant pathogens no longer threaten biodiversity, food security, or the resilience of our natural and urban landscapes.
Committed to sustainability, we integrate circular economy principles into our solutions, utilizing recyclable materials and eco-friendly practices to minimize environmental impact while maximizing efficacy.
The PhytoGuard™ system empowers stakeholders—from growers to conservationists—to detect and prevent pathogen outbreaks before irreversible damage occurs.