Yates Nature’s Way Fruit Fly Control contains spinosad, an insecticide derived from naturally occurring beneficial soil bacteria, which kills fruit flies, and a protein and sugar based bait, which fruit flies can detect from several metres away.
Yates Nature’s Way products are based on natural, low toxic & organic ingredients. To help protect and repair our environment, we donate a percentage of sales to Landcare.
Features:
# LOW TOXIC solution.
# Controls fruit flies, including Queensland fruit fly & Mediterranean fruit fly.
# Can be used on fruit trees, vines, nuts, trees, vegetables and ornamentals.
# Contains a protein and sugar based bait to attract fruit flies.
# Perfect for use in organic gardens.
# No withholding period.
# One 200ml bottle treats up to 30 litres.
Ingredients: Active: 0.24g/L spinosad. Contains protein and sugar based bait.
Directions for use:
Fruit fly traps are the best way to indicate the presence of fruit fly, which highlights the ideal time to start using Yates Nature’s Way Fruit Fly Control. Click on the following link to learn How to make a Fruit Fly Trap
WHEN TO APPLY: Start applying as soon as fruit flies are present and fruit is at a susceptible stage (usually when fruit starts to change p g colour).
RATE: Mix 40mL Yates Nature’s Way Fruit Fly Control with 260mL water in a trigger bottle ( this is enough to treat 6 trees gg 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. Repeat weekly, re-applying sooner if there has been rain.
Precautions:
DO NOT apply if rain is expected within 24 hours. DO NOT apply directly onto fruit.
SAFETY DIRECTIONS: Will irritate the eyes. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands after use.
FIRST AID: If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131126. Read bottle instructions before use.