Biofly

Scientific name:
Hydrotaea aenescens
Common name:
Predatory fly
Product category:
Natural enemy
Use for:
Use for: Flies (Muscidae)
  • For the control of house flies in livestock

  • Especially for use in pig and dairy stables with semi-liquid manure pits

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  • For the control of house flies in livestock

  • Especially for use in pig and dairy stables with semi-liquid manure pits

Use for

Use for

Pests

House fly (Musca domestica), lesser house fly (Fannia canicularis) and other Fannia spp.

How it works

How it works

Mode of action

When the flies emerge from the released pupae, they will lay eggs on or close to the manure, the developing larvae will predate on the house fly larvae. They can also develop on manure only. In contrast to the house flies Hydrotaea aenescens adults will not irritate the animals as they stay low in the pit.

Product specifications

Product specifications

Pack size 4,500; 9,000 pupae in paper bags.
Presentation Paper bag.
Carrier Wood-chips and millet chaff.
Directions for use

Directions for use

Application

Make use of the specially designed release station, which can be placed inside the stable, outside reach of the animals. Put the content of the Biofly bag inside the release station.

Dosage

The information given below is merely indicative. Tailored advice requires detailed information on local factors such as (climatic) conditions and the level of infestation. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation.

  • Release 9,000 flies per 100 m²
  • Release in every compartment

Repeat introductions according to tailored advice.

Environmental conditions

Efficacy is reduced at temperatures below 15°C/59°F and above 38°C/ 100°F.

Side effects

Pesticides can have (in)direct effects on biological solutions. Do not use Biofly in combination with products which contain cyromazine.

Product handling

Product handling

Storage time after receipt

Max. 1-2 days.

Storage temperature

10-15°C/50-59°F.

Storage conditions

In the dark.

"The general conditions of Koppert (Koppert B.V. and/or of its affiliated companies) apply. Only use products that are permitted in your country/state and crop. Always comply with the conditions specified in local product registrations. Koppert cannot be held liable for unauthorized use. Koppert is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or under incorrect conditions."

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