EpiShield by BioWorks is a revolutionary miticide and insecticide formulated with a unique blend of essential oils, including peppermint and clove oils. Designed for optimal grower convenience, EpiShield achieves exceptional pest control with significantly lower use rates compared to traditional horticultural oils. For instance, to treat 500 gallons of diluted solution, only 1/3 gallon of EpiShield is required versus 5 gallons of other products.
EpiShield delivers up to 53% higher mortality rates on mites and aphids, providing effective pest paralysis, suffocation, and desiccation upon contact. This formulation is exempt from REI (Restricted Entry Interval) and PHI (Pre-Harvest Interval) restrictions, allowing for uninterrupted greenhouse operations.
Features & Benefits:
- Lower oil content reduces the risk of phytotoxicity.
- Delivers the highest levels of mite and insect control in its class with 45x less oil.
- 10x lower use rates achieve equivalent efficacy to horticultural oils.
- Botanical ingredients with multiple modes of action for optimal disruption and control on contact.
- Exempt from REI & PHI, ideal for spot sprays on hot spots.
- No risk of pest resistance or residue tolerance.
- Minimal PPE required, with no special spray equipment necessary.
- Safe for human health and the environment.
- Excellent tool for IPM (Integrated Pest Management) programs with strong compatibility for rotating or tank mixing.
Details:
- Active Ingredients: Peppermint Oil (15%), Clove Oil (10%), Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (3%)
- Controls/Suppresses: Mites, Aphids, Thrips, Whiteflies, and Mealybugs
- Available Size: 36 fl oz
- REI & PHI: 0-hour | 0 day (Exempt from Maximum Residue Limits)
- Registered for Use In: USA
EpiShield is a versatile solution for managing pests in various agricultural and commercial settings, including greenhouses, shadehouses, interiorscapes, and nurseries. It is suitable for use on outdoor food crops, indoor plants, turfgrass, outdoor shrubs, trees, and ornamentals. The product qualifies for exemption from EPA registration under 25(b) of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).
Application Notes:
- Ensure thorough coverage and apply when humidity is less than 90%.
- Avoid spraying in temperatures above 90-95 °F (33-35 °C) and ensure plants are not drought-stressed.
- Conduct a spray test on a few plants before applying to the entire crop.
- Do not tank-mix or rotate with sulfur-based products.
Application Rates:
- Use a fine to medium droplet size for optimal performance.
- Foliar spray to wet (not to runoff).
- Do not allow spray mixture to stand overnight or for prolonged periods.
- Suggested rate: 9 fl oz/100 gal; increase to 12 fl oz/100 gal for high infestation pressure.
- Rate for dipping: 2.7 ml/gal.
At BioWorks, we provide comprehensive support for integrated plant health management programs, ensuring your crops remain healthy and productive.
