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Ephestia elutella Delta Plastic Trap kit
Ephestia elutella Delta Plastic Trap kit is suitable for trapping and monitoring cacao moth/tobacco moth, in a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way, allowing users to assess risks to crop and need for supplementary pest management actions.
This kit includes Delta Plastic Trap, adhesive insert, wire hangers and Ephestia elutella lure.
Replacement lures can be bought separately.
The lures in the traps must be replaced every 4-6 weeks to keep attraction rates high.
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Product Description
Ephestia elutella Delta Plastic Trap kit is suitable for trapping and monitoring cacao moth/tobacco moth, in a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way, allowing users to assess risks to crop and need for supplementary pest management actions.
This kit includes Delta Plastic Trap, adhesive insert, wire hangers and Ephestia elutella lure.
Replacement lures can be bought separately.
The lures in the traps must be replaced every 4-6 weeks to keep attraction rates high.
When to use
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How to use
- Remove the Delta Plastic Trap from its packaging;
- Fold along creases to create a triangular shape, similar to a tent;
- Fasten the clasps on the top side of the trap;
- Peel off the protective film from the adhesive insert;
- Remove the lure from the aluminum foil packaging, put it on the adhesive side of the insert;
- Place the insert (adhesive side up) into the trap and fold in the sides of the Delta Plastic Trap;
- Hang the trap - the height for trap placement is determined by the height of the crop plant and pest species;
- The lures in the traps must be replaced periodically to keep attraction rates high.
Positioning
Place the trap at the height of about 1,5-2 meters.
Positioning Density
For monitoring purposes - 1 trap should be deployed for every 700 cubic meters of the stored product.
Storing
Pheromone lures should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. For optimal conservation over extended periods, refrigeration is recommended. When refrigerated, the product can be stored for up to 24 months.
Delta Plastic Trap does not require specific conditions for storing. Please refer to species-specific lure for information regarding its storing.
Replacement
Replace every 4-6 weeks or as recommended by the agricultural authorities. Please keep in mind that the disposal of the old pheromone dispensers should be done away from the monitoring area, to avoid interference with the monitoring process.
Precautions
Handle with care. To prevent cross-contamination with other products, it is recommended to wear gloves when handling the product and to thoroughly wash hands before and after handling the lures.
Working Conditions
Delta Plastic Trap should preferably bе deployed before the emergence of the first generation of the pest until the end of season. Decisions оn further application of pest management actions should not be taken solely оn the data obtained from capturing the pests in Delta Plastic Trap. Other factors as level of incursion, climate etc should bе taken into account.
Suitable Items
EP Protect®
The EP Protect® is to be used in warehouses with stored products, bakeries, food and drug storage facilities, restaurants, warehouses of the supermarkets, flour mills, food/feed manufacturing facilities, pet food stores, food processing plants etc. – facilities that deal with Pyralidae moths associated with stored products, such as Plodia interpunctella, Ephestia cautella (Cadra cautella), Ephestia kuehniella, Ephestia elutella.
Properties
Non-toxic - this product doesn’t contain toxic chemicals.
Pesticide free - this product does not contain pesticides.
Safe for Human - effective, not-toxic pest control solution, that is completely safe for use around humans.
Caution
Keep the product out of reach of children and pets.
Notice
To the extent consistent with applicable law, buyer assumes all responsibility for safety and use not in accordance with directions.
Disclaimer
The instructions provided serve as general guidance and are designed for informational purposes. Actual usage guidelines may differ based on factors such as climate, crop type, and pest infestation severity. For tailored advice, please reach out to Eco Center specialists or authorized distributors.
