Red Palm Weevil Lure
| Scientific Name | Red Palm Weevil Pheromone Lure |
|---|---|
| Mode of Action | Aggregation Pheromone |
| Active Ingredient | 4 Methyl 5 Nonanol, 4 Methyl 5 Nonanone |
| Dosage | 700 mg per dispenser / lure |
| Product Description | Polyethylene pouch containing 4 Methyl 5 Nonanol- 90% & 4 Methyl 5 Nonanone – 10% and excipients loaded in wood block. |
| Active Life | Upto 3 months (depending on climatic conditions). |
| Shelf Life | 2-3 years if stored according to the standard protocol. |
Red Palm Weevil Lure Rhynchophorus Ferrugineus Pheromone Lure with RPW Magnet for Catching Insects of Red Palm Weevil in Coconut Palm, Date Palm, Oil Palm & Areca Nut Palm
Targeted Action:
Utkarsh Red Palm Weevil is intended for use as an attractant of Red Palm Weevil (Rhynchophorus ferrugineous) pest orchards of Coconut, Arecanut, Date palm & Oil palm in order to trap them for monitoring and mass trapping. This is found to reduce the intensity of pest incidence, leading to a reduction in crop damage thereby improving the yields / output quality.
Product Description:
The Active Ingredient blend of 4 Methyl 5 Nonanol – 90 % & 4 Methyl 5 Nonanone – 10 % is a potent aggregation attractant for males and females of Rhynchophorus ferrugineus. This liquid formulation @ 700 mg is loaded in a wood block, which is kept in a sealed polyethylene pouch, which is placed in traps in the field. It is used in combination with a Magnet and feed attractant to maximize catch rates of the pest.
Application Protocol:
- The trap is to be positioned in such a way that it is half buried in the ground to the level of the side entrances OR hung on tree stems at a height of 1-1.5 m.
- Traps should ideally be placed in shaded areas. Recommended to use one Utkarsh Red Palm Weevil lure per trap. One Utkarsh Red Palm Weevil lure would last upto 3 months depending upon climatic conditions.
- The trapping density should be adequate to manage pest infestation. The recommended trap density is 5-10 traps per hectare for mass trapping and 1-2 traps for monitoring.
Packing:
- Utkarsh Red Palm Weevil lure is packed in a metalized triple-layer pouch.
Storage and Disposal precautions:
- Store the dispenser away from sunlight in a dry and cool place.
- Do not open the pouch until just before placing it in the trap lure holder.
- The product expiry date is 2 years from the production date under good storage conditions and without opening the sealed pouch.
Legal Information:
Disclaimer: This product is not a pesticide and does not kill insects. It is a lure that is used to attract and trap male moths. The lure is safe to use around people and animals, and it is not harmful to the environment.
Limitation of liability: The seller of this product is not liable for any crop loss that may occur due to improper use of the product. The product is not intended to be a complete pest control solution, and it is important to use other pest control methods in conjunction with the lure.
Storage and handling: The lure should be stored in a cool, dry place. It should not be exposed to direct sunlight or heat. The lure should be handled with care to avoid breaking the container.
Disposal: Used lures should be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. The product is intended for use in agricultural settings.
Note: The product should not be used in areas where people or animals may come into contact with it. The product should not be used in areas where there are other pest control products being used. The product should not be used if the packaging is damaged.
