Plutex is based on Plutella xylostella granulovirus (PlxyGV) and significantly reduces crop damage and pest population. Thanks to the unique mode of action, Plutex is an important tool for resistance management. Benefits Due to its high compatibility in tank mix, Plutex is an especially valuable tool for integration in pest control programs. Plutex is an […]
Tutavir contains a Phthorimaea operculella granulovirus (PhopGV) for highly effective and selective control of the tomato leafminer. Due to its high compatibility with pollinators, beneficials and other inputs, Tutavir is the best candidate for integrated pest management programs. Because of its new and unique mode of action, Tutavir is an important tool for resistance management
This highly specific bioinsecticide effectively controls beet armyworms (Spodoptera exigua) on various greenhouse and open field crops. The use of Spexit significantly reduces crop damage and pest population. Benefits Pest Information Beet armyworm (Spodoptera exigua) is one of the most destructive polyphagous pest species of worldwide economic importance. Beet armyworms occur in warmer regions of the Mediterranean countries, North
Helicovex is based on a naturally occurring insecticidal virus that specifically infects and kills larvae of cotton bollworm, corn earworm and other Helicoverpa species. The unique technology allows efficient and sustainable control of these pests. Benefits Pest information Cotton bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera) is a widespread pest of global economic importance. The larvae are extremely polyphagous and feed on different
Cryptex is a granulovirus preparation for the biological control of the false codling moth (Thaumatotibia leucotreta; formerly Cryptophlebia leucotreta). Benefits Pest Information False codling moth (Thaumatotibia leucotreta) is present in Sub-Saharan Africa, and has recently been detected in Israel. This extremely polyphagous caterpillar feeds on fruits, by penetrating them, and can cause significant damage. The high infestation by
Entomopathogenic nematodes occur naturally in the environment as parasites of many insect larvae. The mass release of these nematodes provides an efficient and curative control of key insect pests in a wide range of crops. Mode of action Once released, nematodes actively seek out their insect hosts. When a host has been located, the nematodes
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Capex is a granulovirus preparation for the biological control of the summer fruit tortrix (Adoxophyes orana). Benefits Pest information Summer fruit tortrix (Adoxophyes orana) is present in Europe and Asia. The polyphagous caterpillars feed on leaves, buds and fruit and can cause significant damage. The damaged fruits heal poorly which favours secondary infections by fungi.
Madex Twin is an insecticidal virus for the combined control of oriental fruit moth (OFM) and codling moth (CM) in stone and pome fruit. The active substance of Madex Twin is a naturally occurring codling moth virus selected for its ability to infect and kill larvae of both key pests. Benefits Pest information Oriental fruit
Madex is a highly efficient preparation for the biological control of the codling moth (Cydia pomonella), based on a Cydia pomonella granulovirus (CpGV). In order to meet specific market demands, Andermatt Biocontrol provides several Madex products based on different CpGV isolates: Madex Top and Madex Max are improvements of the product Madex with novel isolates
