Protect

Protecting orchards with «Protect»: A specialized insecto-acaricide solution

Managing mite populations and armored scales in intensive orchard farming requires highly selective and potent chemistry. The Ukrainian «Innovative Company Agro Protection» has introduced «Protect», a formulation based on spirodiclofen. This product represents a key tool for growers looking to manage resistance in pests that traditionally threaten apple, pear, currant, and grapevine yields.

Spirodiclofen: Modern mode of action

«Protect» acts by inhibiting lipid biosynthesis, a mechanism that effectively targets mites and scales across all life stages, including eggs and nymphs. This disruption of the life cycle is crucial for preventing population explosions in commercial orchards. Unlike older generations of acaricides, this formula provides long-term control, making it a staple for integrated pest management (IPM) programs.

Field Application and Performance

• Dual Action: The formulation utilizes both contact and systemic properties, ensuring that the active ingredient covers the foliage while also penetrating deep into plant tissues to protect new growth.
• Target Range: Highly effective against red spider mites, brown fruit mites, and various species of scales and false scales.
• Dosage and Handling: Designed for professional use via vegetative spraying, with a standard application rate of 0.4–1 l/ha.

«Protect» by «Agro Protection» is engineered to provide consistency in the field. Given its Class 2 hazard rating, it is designed for operators who prioritize precision and compliance. By integrating this product into a seasonal schedule, growers can ensure significant reductions in pest pressure while safeguarding the quality of their harvest.