APHIPAR-M

Unit of packaging

Aphidius matricariae (parasitic wasp)
Pack size: 100 ml bottle
Contains: mummies mixed with wood-chips, from which 1,000 parasitic wasps hatch.

Also available in bulk packaging, in bottles from which 5,000 parasitic wasps emerge.

 

Target

Aphids, in particular the tobacco aphid (Myzus persicae nicotianae) and peach potato aphid  (Myzus persicae persicae). Has a side effect on cotton aphid.

 

Rates

The pieces of information given below are merely indicative. Tailored advice can be provided if information is available on the local factors that need to be taken into account, such as the crop, the climate conditions and the level of infestation. For the correct approach, you should always consult a Koppert specialist or a recognised distributor of Koppert products.

APHIPAR-M	rate	m²/unit	interval (days)	frequency	remark
preventive	0,25/m²	4.000	7	-	-
curative light	1/m²	1000	7	min. 3x	-
curative heavy	2/m²	500	7	min. 6x	-

 

Introduction

• spread material on rockwool slabs or in application boxes (DIBOX)
• make sure the material remains at its introduction site for a few days

 

Environmental conditions

Efficacy reduces at high temperatures (greater than 28°C).

 

Storage and handling

• storage after receipt: 1-2 days 
• storage temperature: 8-10°C/47-50°F 
• in the dark

 

Appearance

Adults: black / brown
Other stages: develop inside host

 

Mode of action

Female adult parasitic wasp parasitizes the aphids.

 

Visual effect

Parasitized aphid swells and hardens into a leathery, grey or brown coloured mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a round hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies can be seen in the crop approximately 10-14 days after the first introduction.

 

Important!

Only use products that are permitted in your country/state and crop. Check local registration requirements.
Koppert Biological Systems can not be held liable for unauthorized use.