NATURES WAY FRUIT FLY CONTROL 200ML YATES 54932
- Active ingredient
- Spinosad
- Controls
- Host: Fruit trees and crops. Target: Fruit flies
Yates Nature’s Way Fruit Fly Control attracts and kills common fruit fly species. Suitable for fruit, vegetables, and ornamentals. A protein- and sugar-based bait, Nature's Way Fruit Fly Control works by attracting fruit flies from several metres away and killing them when they ingest the treatment.
Spinosad, derived from naturally occurring bacteria, effectively controls common fruit flies. Controlling fruit flies during early stages of life helps break their lifecycle.
Features
• Controls fruit flies, including Queensland fruit fly and Mediterranean fruit fly
• Can be used on fruit trees, vines, nuts, trees, vegetables and ornamentals
• Suitable for use around the family garden, it's perfect to use on home grown product
• The benefit of no withholding period means you don't have to wait to eat fruit, simply wash before eating
Specifications
• Size: 200 mL
• Ingredient: 0.24 g/L Spinosad plus protein- and sugar-based bait
How to Use
When to Apply
• Start applying as soon as fruit flies are present and fruit is at a susceptible stage (very early fruit set, well before fruit changes colour).
Rate
• Mix 40 mL of Yates Nature’s Way Fruit Fly Control with 260 mL water in a trigger bottle (enough to treat 6 trees or plants).
How to Apply
• Apply as either a band or a spot spray to the trunk or lower foliage of 6 trees or plants using large droplets.
• Repeat weekly, re-applying sooner if there has been rain.
Precautions
• Do not mix more than required.
• Do not apply if rain is expected within 24 hours.
• Do not spray when shade temperatures exceed 30°C.
• Do not spray when soil is dry and plants are suffering from moisture stress.
• Do not apply directly onto fruit.
• Will irritate the eyes. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands after use.
• Do not spray on plants in flower if bees are active. Once the spray has dried, foraging bees will not be affected.
Active Ingredient: Spinosad
Chemical Schedule: S6
APVMA Reg. No: 60907
Always read the current registered product label before use. Dose rates and withholding periods on this page are provided as a guide only. The registered label supplied with the product is the legal document and takes precedence. If in doubt, contact TGRM on (07) 5482 1692 or the manufacturer directly.
Always read the label and follow directions for use. The registered label is the legal document governing use of this product.
Common Questions
What fruit flies does this product control?
Yates Nature's Way Fruit Fly Control targets common fruit fly species, including Queensland fruit fly and Mediterranean fruit fly. It's suitable for use on fruit trees, vines, nuts, vegetables and ornamentals in the home garden.
How does this product work?
The product uses a protein- and sugar-based bait to attract fruit flies from several metres away. The active ingredient, Spinosad (derived from naturally occurring bacteria), kills the flies when they ingest the treatment. Controlling fruit flies early helps break their lifecycle.
Do I need to wait before eating fruit after spraying?
No withholding period applies to this product, so you don't have to wait to eat the fruit. Simply wash it before eating.
Can I use this around my family and pets?
This product is suitable for use around the family garden. However, always read the registered product label carefully for all safety directions and precautions before use. The label will tell you about storage, handling and any precautions around children and pets. If you have questions, contact TGRM on (07) 5482 1692 or visit us at 55 Tozer St, Gympie.
What conditions should I avoid when spraying?
Check the product label for full details, but key points include: do not apply if rain is expected within 24 hours, do not spray when shade temperatures are too high, do not spray on plants when soil is dry and plants are stressed, and do not spray directly onto fruit. The label will have complete safety and application directions.
Do you ship this product Australia-wide?
Yes, this product ships Australia-wide via road courier. It is too large or heavy for Australia Post. Call us on (07) 5482 1692 if you have any questions about delivery to your area.
Can I Click & Collect from Gympie?
Yes — Click & Collect is available from our store at 55 Tozer St, Gympie. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–12pm. Click & Collect is FREE on orders of $175 or more, or a flat $10 on orders under $175. Select Click & Collect at checkout and we will have your order ready.