STICKTECH® Plus Blue is a specially designed physical solution for the management of Thrips, Whiteflies and other flying insects in greenhouses under UV blocked plastic films.
STICKTECH® Plus Blue
Appearance
Specifically selected blue hue. Doubled sided with special glue. This product either comes in packs of 10 cards, 10cm x 25cm and 20cm x25cm.
Introduction method
Use in greenhouses which have UV blocking film.
Hang STICKTECH® Blue cards 15cm above the plant canopy, adjusting as the plant grows. Follow the rate schedule below for recommended rates.
Rate Schedule:
Light Pressure - 500/Ha - 12-16 weeks
Heavy Pressure - 1000/Ha - 12-16 weeks
If the cards are full or dusty, replace immediately.
Mode of Action
STICKTECH® Blue uses an adhesive coated card (measuring 10cm x 25cm) with a selected blue hue to emit a specific wavelength of light to attract and trap adult Thrips and whiteflies. These traps disrupt the reproductive cycle of these pests in the field.
Environmental Conditions
STICKTECH® Blue can tolerate low relative humidity and high temperatures. It can also tolerate a wide range of the commonly used pesticides.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place in original pack away from direct sunlight. In case it contains pheromones,STICKTECH® Blue should not be stored in temperatures above 18ºC.
