Pheromone for the West Indian cane weevil Metamasius hemipterus
Aggregation pheromone diffuser for the West Indian cane weevilMetamasius hemipterus for monitoring, and mass trapping (population control).
Vapor diffuser - VP
- Attracts both males and females.
- Suitable for monitoring and mass trapping.
- Large capacity and long duration in the field.
- Long distance attraction.
- Effective to reduce and control populations.
Compatible with integrated and organic production
Affected crops:
Sugar cane, oil palm, banana, pineapple and ornamental palms
Recommended traps:
Bucket trap
Density:
Monitoring: 3-4 traps/ha
Mass trapping: 15-40 traps/ha
When to use:
Use all year round, especially before the hottest months, pruning or harvest.
Replace the pheromone every 3-4 months.
Countryside duration:
3-4 months depending on environmental conditions
Security term:
Does not apply
Other indications:
- Before opening the sachets, bring them to room temperature. - Use disposable gloves throughout the handling. - For monitoring, check the number of captures every 1-2 weeks.
Packaging:
Packaged in aluminum bags - 1 unit.
Boxes of 300/800 units.