Pheromone Monitoring Lure for Helicoverpa (Heliothis) armigera, Cotton Boll Worm

Directions for Use

The Funnel Trap is recommended for this insect although the Delta Trap can be used for low populations or for pest detection. Place traps in the field at time of planting. Moth emergence begins from late winter to early spring depending on location. The populations should then be monitored throughout the growing period of the crop. Traps should normally be attached to stakes at crop height and placed within the crop with at least 50m between each trap. One trap should be sufficient to monitor up to 5 to 10 hectares of a uniform field. In the case of small or non uniform plots 1 trap per hectare is recommended.

A minimum of two traps should be used regardless of the field size. Lures should be changed every 6 to 8 weeks. The Funnel Traps should be emptied weekly to avoid the trap filling and repelling flying insects from putrefaction of the insects caught. Catches should be recorded every 2 ‐ 3 days in low populations but more frequently in fields with high populations. The only other species recorded as being attracted to these traps is H. punctigera in Australia. To avoid affecting the efficiency of the trapping system it is strongly recommended that traps be used for only the one species. Never use the lures for other species in this trap.

Storage Instructions

This product is sealed in impermeable packaging for storage and shipping. Keep product away from direct sunlight, heat, sparks and open flame. The dispensers and systems should be kept under good storage conditions at below 15°C when the dispensers will retain their activity and attraction for a minimum of 18 months. Bulk storage of dispensers for periods of up to 24 months is possible by refrigeration at temperatures of 4°C or below. Keep dispensers inside their sealed packaging until use. When replaced, the old dispenser should be completely removed from the area of use and destroyed to prevent interference with the fresh replacement/ recharge dispenser.