Spotted Wing Drosophila (D. suzukii)
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Lighting the way to a better crop
- Product: MaxLure SWD
- Code: TBC
- Product function: Monitoring and precision monitoring
Description:
MaxLure SWD is an advanced SWD light trap designed specifically for monitoring Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD), also known as Drosophila suzukii or D. suzukii. This highly effective fruit fly trap combines a female-biased lure with an integrated solar-powered light, resulting in improved total trap counts and enhanced capture rates of female SWD. As a targeted SWD monitoring trap, the MaxLure SWD offers a reliable solution for agricultural professionals seeking to control and monitor Spotted Wing Drosophila populations. This SWD monitoring light trap is ideal for use in soft fruit environments where precise SWD trap data is critical.
Active ingredients:
Kit:
Female-biased, plant derived attractant
10 light traps and 1 litre liquid lure
Use: Place around the perimeter of the field at 5-10 meter intervals. Place near hedgerows and areas containing brambles.
Follow the included instructions for application information.
Disposal Information: Remove the used contents from the field.
Monitor in hedgerows and woodlands during the winter months, placing traps at 5-10 meter intervals 1 meter abov ground level. Preferably around brambles.
This can reduce the numbers of SWD that migrate into the crop during the spring.
Precautions: Wear gloves when handling to avoid excessive contact with skin. Do not eat or drink while handling the product.
Assembly:
- Unscrew the lid and carefully pour 100-150ml of lure into the trap.
- Locate the switch on the inside of the lid and select “ON”.
- The LED light will illuminate in the absence of daylight.
- Screw the lid back onto the trap and use the metal handle to hang.
- Avoid obstructing the traps entry points and solar panel.
- When replacing the lure ensure the old liquid is removed from the field area.
- For adult use only.
