DiPel ® DF

DiPel DF contains a naturally occurring bacterial pathogen of caterpillars, Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) var Kurstaki.

Caterpillars ingest the bacteria on treated foliage, stop feeding within 1 hour and die 24-72 hours later. The efficacy of DiPel DF against young caterpillars is similar to that of conventional insecticides.

Features of DiPel DF:

• Specific activity against Lepidopteran caterpillars
• Harmless to natural predators and parasites
• Ideal for use in IPM programs
• Non-toxic to birds and mammals
• Biodegradable and leaves no residue
• Approved for a wide range of crops
• Zero harvest interval
• No resistance
  

Application information

Crop situation	Maximum individual dose rates
Field cabbage**, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and Broccoli	0.75 – 1.0 kg/ha*
Outdoor and protected ornamentals	0.75 kg/ha
Strawberry and raspberry	75 g/hl
Protected tomato, cucumber and pepper	100 g/hl

* Use lower rate for normal infestation of young larvae and higher rate for heavy infestations of larvae at a more advanced growth stage.
** In case of infestation with cabbage moth (Mamestra brassicae) use higher rate.

Crop situation	Water volume required
Field crops	400 – 1000 L/ha
Protected crops	400 – 2000 L/ha

MAPP 11184

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