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Natupol Fly

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  • For seed crops on very small surfaces or crops that can only be pollinated by flies

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Use for

Pollination of isolated crops, produced on a smaller scale, such as seed crops with just a few flowers or for crops that produce very little pollen.

Crops

Crops of the Crucifer, Composite, Umbellifer and Lily family.

"The general conditions of Koppert (Koppert B.V. and/or of its affiliated companies) apply. Only use products that are permitted in your country/state and crop. Always comply with the conditions specified in local product registrations. Koppert cannot be held liable for unauthorized use. Koppert is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or under incorrect conditions."

Product details

Mode of action

The flies search for nectar in the flower and thus come into contact with pollen. These pollen are not consumed by the flies but stick to their bodies. When a fly visits another flower the pollen are transferred to the pistils of the flower which is needed for pollination.

Product specifications

Presentation

Cardboard tube which contains 1 kg pupae, from which approx. 30,000 flies emerge.

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Directions for use

Application

  • Put the required amount of pupae in a cup
  • Place the cup in the crop on the soil. Do not scatter the pupae in the crop
  • Protect the pupae from direct sunlight and moisture such as rain or condensation
  • The flies emerge over time, depending on the temperature
  • If outdoor temperature is below 18°C it is best to keep the pupae indoors at a temperature of 20-25°C untill the first flies start to hatch. Pupae can then be released in the crop

Dosage

Adjust the quantity in relation to the number of flowers per m². As a general rule apply 100-300 pupae per m² per week. It is important to start introducing the first pupae the week prior to blossom since pupae need a couple of days to hatch. Please check the table below for crop specific advice.

Environmental conditions

Natupol Fly performs best at ambient temperatures between 18-28°C.

Storage time after receipt

Pupae can be stored ideally 3-4 days, maximum of 7 days.

Storage temperature

3-8⁰C.

Storage conditions

Store in a dry place out of direct sunlight.

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