Biorational Solutions
About Us Russell IPM has perfected its expertise for 25 years and tested its products on three continents. Pesticide-free solutions for fruit growers, horticulture specialists and agronomists, organic products for the soil and behaviour-modifying pheromone lures for the monitoring or mass trapping of insects are some of Russell’s biorational specialisms.
Table of Contents Recharge for soil treatment
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Biotrine for foliar treatment against soft-bodied insects
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Fytoclean for foliar photosynthesis optimisation
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Fytomax PM, Fytomax 3% AZA and Fytomax N
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Biocure for winter moth control
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Antario for biorational Tuta absoluta control
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Ceranock, ZonaTrac and CueTrac: natural fruit fly solutions
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Enhancing and protecting plants For more vigorous plant growth without pesticides, Russell IPM has developed ReCharge. ReCharge is a powerhouse of microbes that trigger the immunity of plants. It is more then a soil enhancer, combining the crop-boosting effects of the specially developed micro-fauna with the natural benefit of preventing pupation underground so pestilent insects don’t emerge. Providing soil protection and stimulating crops from invasive pests and diseases, ReCharge revitalizes the soil by: Reintroducing beneficial microbes into the soil Stimulating plants’ physiological vigour Staging symbiotic interactions amongst plants Triggering the plant’s own defence system Making the soil less welcoming to pupating insect pests
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Adult - 9 days
from the bottom up.
Target Crops
Application
For the management of invasive diseases and pests’ larvae and to revitalise the soil, apply 2-3 kg of ReCharge per hectare to the root area of plants or trees, or mix ReCharge with the irrigation system to apply during leaf and plant watering. 5
Biotrine Biotrine is a larvacide, affecting the 1st and 2nd instars. It triggers the plant’s defence system against pathogens limiting the secondary infection of the open wounds caused by Tuta absoluta. It assists the plant in preparing against further attacks from the newly-hatched larvae. Biotrine provides protection against early and advanced leaf damage caused by Tuta absoluta.
Target insects:
Whitefly, Tuta absoluta, Lyromiza and mites
Target Crops:
Best results when used in combination with Fytomax PM. Dilute 50-60 ml of Biotrine per 100 L of water and apply every 14 days or when required. Adding monitoring traps further reduces the use of pesticides. 6
Fytoclean Fytoclean is a phytosanitary defence product, formulated as a completely miscible, water-soluble concentrate. Fytoclean is used for the treatment of plants grown in protected environments, such as greenhouses (glass, plastic, mesh), tunnels, micro tunnels and anti-hail nets. It removes dirt and insect exoskeletons and their molasses on plants’ green parts, such as leaves and stems. This results in a greater photosynthesis of the plant, which increases production in quantity and quality.
Target insects:
Aphid, white fly, thrips and other soft bodied insects
Target Crops:
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Fytomax Fytomax PM Fytomax PM is a biorational product based on neem seed extract, with an active ingredient of 0.1% Azadirachtin. Fytomax PM has multiple modes of action, but primarily works very well when combined with Biotrine. In synergy with Biotrine, it prolongs its effectivity. When applied at early stages, Fytomax inhibits fungal diseases. It acts as a natural repellent to most insects, such as whitefly, aphids and mites.
Target insects:
Dubas bug, Humera, dust mites on date palms, scale insects, spider mites, Tuta absoluta, thrips, whitefly, aphids, mealybug, caterpillars, bettles, weevils, pathogenic nematodes
Fytomax N is a broad spectrum neem seed oil, which contains 70% enriched neem oil with plant originated emulsifier, UV stabiliser and antioxidant. It acts as a slowacting pesticide: immature insects react by feeding and molting poorly and adult females show feeding inhibition and reduced progeny production. Efficacy in controlling European red mite, Aubergine shoot and fruit borer, Leucinodes orbonalis, was reported as excellent after application by diluting in 3 ml of Fytomax N in 1 L of water. 8
Fytomax aza 3% is a commercial formulation of neem oil, which inhibits insect growth, deters feeding and discourages the oviposition of a large range of insect pests. The main active ingredient of neem seed oil is Azadirachtin, which has been proven effective against root rot, powdery mildew, rust, scabbing, leaf spots and blight.
Target insects:
Mites, whiteflies, aphids, cutworms, fungus gnats, shore flies, leaf miners, thrips and other soft bodied insects.
The Fytomax range of products features Neem oil extract in various concentrations as its main ingredient, to target various insects and levels of infestation. 9
Biocure is based on Bacillus thuringiensis var kurstaki and is a safe, biorational insecticide for the control of caterpillars on vegetables, fruit and ornamental plants. It should be applied at the first signs of damage on the leaves or when the caterpillars are first seen. Biocure works by producing a toxin inside the insect’s gut when ingested; this quickly stops the insect from feeding and starves it to death. An important target pest for Biocure is the winter moth.
Key advantages of Biocure: Natural biorational pest control product based on Bacillus thuringiensis Reduces conventional pesticide application Compatible with many other biological controls Targets only the insect pest and safe for beneficial insects
Target insects:
Helicoverpa armigera, Colorado Potato beetle, Caterpillars, Spodoptera littoralis and other caterpillars
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Antario Antario provides protection against early leaf damage caused by Tuta absoluta. Antario is an effective solution to infestations by Tuta absoluta and other leaf miners. It provides two different modes of action from the two biological insecticides in contains, Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki and Abamectin. Two stomachabsorbable insecticides act together to first prevent feeding and then kill the insect. Bacillus thuringiensis releases endotoxins from the cell when the insect feeds. Antario provides safe, effective and biodegradable protection to the following
Target crops:
Target insects:
Tuta absoluta, Spodoptera littoralis, Pieris rapae, pink bollworm Synergistic blend of Bacillus thuringiensis and Abamectin Dual impact on larvae inside & outside the leaf Low human and environmental toxicity Rapid biodegradation and short waiting before harvest
Antario can be complemented by Russell’s other products against Tuta absoluta, most of them featured in this catalogue. Its superior action due to the synergistic effect of blending Bt and Abamectin make it a top-choice biorational pest control solution.
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Fruit Fly Solutions Ceranock and Zonatrac are specially designed to minimise fruit damage while significantly reducing cover pesticide application. This is a safe, effective and environmentally friendly fruit fly solution. Zero residue in fruit and fresh produce means no more risk for consumers and no adverse effect on beneficial insects or non-target species. Russell IPM’s Ceranock and Zonatrac are innovative, sustainable, practical and residue-free solutions for the fruit flies Bactrocera dorsalis and Ceratitis capitata.
Target insects:
Ceratitis capitata, Mediterranean Fruit Fly
Ceranock is an advanced attract-and-kill system, designed to manage fruit flies upon contact, with up to 97% proven effectiveness. It is specially formulated to reduce fruit damage by targeting male and female fruit flies independently, separating the sexes to lessen the opportunity for mating. With the Ceranock system, blanket spraying of the crop is not necessary, therefore the amount of insecticide applied is significantly reduced or removed completely.
Target crops: • • • • • • • •
The system comprises 3 parts:
Ceranock Male has a specially designed formula to manage male fruit fly species that respond to Trimedlure. The wax emulsion contains male lure with a very low toxicant dose to kill on contact. It is advised to apply Ceranock Male along the border of the treatment plot.
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Ceranock Female is exclusively formulated to lure female Mediterranean fruit flies. The bait station contains a female attractant and a low dose of toxicant.
Peach and apricot Citrus Fig Jujube Nectarine Guava Grapes Other stone fruit
ReCharge contains natural beneficial microfauna that boosts soil health and the immune system of the plant for fruit fly resistance. In the presence of Recharge, the adult fruit flies fail to emerge as the microorganisms suppress fruit fly pupation, which takes place in the soil.
Zonatrac is an innovative lure and kill system for the management of several fruit fly species. The pheromone and toxicant system are available in separate male and female formulations to increase the likelihood of successful separation of the sexes. Through reduced opportunity for reproduction combined with mortality upon contact, the fruit fly population is suppressed and infestations are prevented.
Target insects:
Ceratitis capitata, Mediterranean Fruit Fly
Target crops:
The system comprises 3 parts:
Zonatrac Male has a specially designed formula to manage male fruit fly species that respond to Methyl Eugenol. The wax emulsion contains a male lure with a low-dose toxicant to kill on contact. It is advised to apply Zonatrac Male along the border of the treatment plot.
Zonatrac Female is exclusively formulated to lure female Bactrocera fruit flies. The bait station contains a low dose toxicant with female lure.
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Mango Peach Fig Apricot Sidr/Jujube Guava Papaya Avocado
ReCharge contains natural beneficial microfauna that improves soil health and stimulates the immune system of the plant to fight fruit flies. In the presence of Recharge, the adult fruit flies fail to emerge as the beneficial microorganisms suppress fruit fly pupation, which takes place in the soil.
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Fruit Fly Solutions Cuetrac is an attract-and-kill trap system, designed to combat cucurbit fruit fly pests. The system has two separate formulas, one male and one female, which both include a low dose toxicant. Cuetrac encourages the separation of male and female fruit flies in order to reduce the opportunity for mating and eventually lead to suppression of the population.
Target insects:
Bactrocera cucurbiate, Melon fruit fly; Bactrocera tryoni, Queensland fruit fly; Myiopardalis pardalina, Balochistan Мelon fly; Bactrocera tau and other fruit fly species
Target crops: • • • • • • • •
The system comprises 3 parts:
Cuetrac Male has a specially designed formula to manage male fruit fly species that respond to the Cuelure. The wax emulsion contains a male lure with a very low dose of toxicant to kill on contact. It is advised to apply Cuetrac Male along the border of the treatment plot.
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Cuetrac Female is exclusively formulated to lure female Bactrocera fruit flies. The bait station contains a low dose toxicant with female lure.
Peach and apricot Citrus Fig Jujube Nectarine Guava Grapes Other stone fruit
ReCharge contains a natural beneficial microfauna that improves soil health and boosts the immune system of the plant against fruit flies. In the presence of Recharge, the adult fruit flies fail to emerge as the beneficial microorganisms suppress fruit fly pupation, which takes place in the soil.
Russell IPM is one of the leading UK manufacturers of insect pheromonebased monitoring and control plant protection products. We translate science into innovative products by using semiochemical and other natural resources to deliver simple, effective and environmentally-friendly crop protection. Russell IPM offers a wide range of original products for agriculture and horticulture. Our mass trapping, mating disruption and Attract-and-Kill products are widely used by both open-field and protected-cropsgrowers in various climates. Our company mission is, through our products, to ensure health safety, food security and to make a real difference in pest management. Therefore, Russell IMP always strives to deliver programmes of work that are compatible with natural enemies, pollinators and are non-toxic to human health. Though we maintain a trend of continuous development, innovation and discovery, our core values have remained constant: commitment to customers and delivering a safe, sustainable, environmentallyharmonious crop protection.
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