SIRFIcontrol mix to control aphids.

Sphaerophoria rueppellii and Episyrphus balteatus
SIRFIcontrol mix from Agrobío contains a mix of pupae of the hoverflies Sphaerophoria rueppellii and Episyrphus balteatus.

Product features

• Suitable for use in spring and autumn periods
• Effective on different species of aphids
• A single larva of Sphaerophoria can consume 200 aphids per cycle
• A single larva of Episyrphus can consume 400 - 700 aphids per cycle
• Extremely sensitive to the use of chemicals

Quality control
At Royal Brinkman, a team of specialists checks the quality of beneficial insects, mites and nematodes. Based on a protocol, they proceed to deliver the best quality to customers. View the quality protocol for hoverflies and lacewings now.

Packaging
SIFRIcontrol mix is available in boxes of 100 pupae (50 Sphaerophoria pupae and 50 Episyrphus pupae).

Instructions for use
SIFRIcontrol mix should be used as soon as possible. Open the box along the perforated edge. Hang the box containing the pupae in the crop in a sheltered place. Preferably near feeding plants such as Lobularia or aphid hot spots.

Storage and transportation
Upon receipt, check the product for abnormalities and preferably use it immediately or at the latest within 18 hours of receipt. Upon delivery, adult specimens may already be present in the package. If storage is required, the product should be kept dark at a temperature of 8 to 10 °C. If the product is stored longer and/or under different conditions, Royal Brinkman is not liable for loss of quality.