M3 Bait Station: Revolutionary Fruit Fly Control for Orchards

The M3™ Bait Station represents a breakthrough in fruit fly management for orchard growers. Developed by River Bioscience, this innovative product offers a powerful solution to one of the most persistent problems faced by fruit producers worldwide.

The Fruit Fly Challenge

Fruit flies, particularly the Mediterranean fruit fly, pose a significant threat to various fruit crops. These pests can cause extensive damage through:

• Blind stings without egg-laying
• Puncturing fruit skin for egg deposition
• Larval infestation leading to fruit decay

Not only do fruit flies impact crop quality, but they can also create phytosanitary issues for certain markets, potentially limiting export opportunities.

The M3™ Bait Station Solution

The M3™ Bait Station employs a sophisticated attract-and-kill strategy to combat fruit fly populations effectively:

1. Attraction: The bait station contains a specialized blend of proteinhydrolysate and plant extract that lures female fruit flies.
2. Elimination: Upon contact with the station, fruit flies are quickly killed by the alpha-cypermethrin component.
3. Population Control: By targeting females, the M3™ Bait Station disrupts the breeding cycle, leading to a significant reduction in overall fruit fly numbers.

Key Benefits

• Long-Lasting Protection: Offers 16-18 weeks of substantial control with just one or two applications per season.
• Zero MRLs: The bait station doesn’t contact fruit or tree parts, eliminating concerns about maximum residue limits.
• Rainfast Design: Specially engineered casing ensures effectiveness even in rainy conditions.
• IPM Compatible: Integrates seamlessly with other pest management strategies.
• Cost-Effective: Priced competitively, often at half the cost of alternative bait stations.
• Reduces Fruit Burn Risk: Minimizes the need for foliar bait sprays that can cause phytotoxicity in soft citrus.
• Environmentally Friendly: Provides targeted pest control without broad environmental impact.

Proven Efficacy

Field trials have demonstrated the M3™ Bait Station’s ability to significantly reduce fruit fly populations. When compared to untreated control areas and alternative treatments like GF120, the M3™ Bait Station showed superior performance in suppressing fruit fly numbers over time.

Application

For optimal results, deploy M3™ Bait Stations before fruit fly populations build up and when host crops become susceptible. The extended control period allows for flexible application timing, adapting to your orchard’s specific needs.

A Sustainable Choice

By choosing the M3™ Bait Station, you’re not just protecting your crops – you’re investing in a sustainable future for orchard pest management. This product aligns with modern integrated pest management principles, offering effective control while minimizing environmental impact and preserving beneficial insects.

Safeguard your fruit quality, reduce crop losses, and meet stringent market requirements with the M3™ Bait Station – your partner in advanced fruit fly control.

Active Ingredients:
Proteinhydrolysate & plant extract:
5,0 g/bait station
Alpha-cypermethrin:
0,01g/bait station