Company
Velifer Biological Insecticide
Velifer® fungal contact insecticide/miticide provides control of tough greenhouse pests through direct contact and application. Pests controlled include:
- Aphids
- Two-spotted spider mites
- Whiteflies
Our new product offers an effective way to add biological controls into your IPM program. It is compatible with beneficial insects with an enhanced plant safety profile.
Benefits of Velifer Biological Insecticide
- Low use rates, 450-900 mL / 1000 L of water and reduced product residues
- Part of the BASF portfolio of products to manage key pests in the greenhouse
How It Works
- Contains live spores of the naturally occuring proprietary strain of Beauveria bassiana fungus.
- The fungus does not have to be consumed, just be positioned where the pest will come into contact with the spores.
- Once the spores of the fungus Beauveria bassiana come into contact with the cuticle of the target pest, they germinate secreting enzymes which are specific in their ability to weaken the pest cuticle.
- The fungus then invades the pest directly through the cuticle.
- Once the pest is infected, the fungus continues to grow, causing the infected insect to cease feeding as the internal organs continue to shut down causing water loss and death
Receiving and Storage Instructions
- Unpack immediately upon receipt and, for best performance, store under refrigeration.
- Review the expiration date on the container.
- Store Velifer in refrigerated storage for up to 12 months (4 C or 40 F).
- For best results, use product upon receipt.