Nealta Miticide Receives Registration In California

Nealta miticide from BASF has received registration for use in California. Nealta delivers long-lasting control of spider mites at all life stages through a unique mode of action. It is labeled for use on tree nut (including almonds and pistachios), grape, strawberry, citrus, tomato, apple, and pear crops.

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“Mites infest California crops each year, causing growers to treat more than 4 million acres each season,” said Steve Broscious, technical market manager for BASF. “With Nealta, growers in California now have a powerful tool that can be used as part of an Integrated Pest Management program.”

One treatment of Nealta is said to deliver high efficacy against spider mites at all life stages, including eggs. Laboratory studies with twospotted spider mite adults show Nealta provides 100% mortality after three hours of direct exposure, and 95% mortality 8-1/2 hours after indirect exposure. Nealta miticide keeps working to provide excellent knockdown and residual control of problematic mites.

Research indicates Nealta miticide is compatible with beneficials and non-target arthropods, including insidious flower bugs, seven-spotted lady beetles, and western predatory mites. Nealta miticide also offers a short pre-harvest interval, application flexibility and tank-mix compatibility.

Source: BASF news release

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