About Tapas Tobacco Caterpillar Lure
- Designed for effective management of Spodoptera litura (Tobacco Caterpillar).
- Highly species-specific, ensuring only the target pest is trapped.
- Eco-friendly solution, safe for crops, farmers, and beneficial insects.
- Supports sustainable agriculture by reducing pesticide dependency.
Tapas Tobacco Caterpillar Lure Technical Details
- Technical Content: 99% pure pheromone compound specific to Spodoptera litura.
- Mode of Action: Releases species-specific sex pheromones that attract male moths, disrupting the mating cycle and reducing pest populations.
Key Features & Benefits
- High purity pheromone ensures strong pest attraction.
- Effective for 30–45 days in the field (weather dependent).
- Supplied in silicon rubber septa with vial for controlled release.
- Shelf Life: 1 year (sealed pack).
- Lure Size: Standard (customizable if required).
- Lure Shape: Septa/Vial.
- Green Label Product: Safe, eco-friendly, and suitable for IPM programs.
- Cost-effective alternative to chemical spraying.
- Can be used in all seasons and across multiple crops.
- Non-toxic and farmer-friendly solution.
Tobacco Caterpillar Lure Usage & Crops
How to Use:
- Place the pheromone lure inside a funnel trap (or other compatible trap).
- Install traps evenly across the field at canopy height.
- Replace lure every 30–45 days or as needed.
Target Pest: Tobacco Caterpillar (Spodoptera litura).
Suitable Crops: Vegetable Crops (Cabbage, Tomato, Chilli, Beans, Cauliflower), Fruit Crops (Soybean, Sunflower), Field Crops (Cotton, Maize, Tobacco, Groundnut & more).
Recommended to use with: Funnel Traps (preferred), Delta Traps.
Dosage:
- Monitoring: 10–15 traps/acre.
- Mass Trapping: 15–20 traps/acre.
Additional Information
- Use lure immediately after opening the pouch.
- Avoid direct chemical contact.
- Handle with clean, dry hands only.
- Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight until use.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines mentioned on the product label and accompanying leaflet.