Blacksmith BioScience NoFly WP BioInsecticide

Brand: Blacksmith Bioscience

What is NoFly WP?

NoFly WP is a highly effective biological insecticide. It is a concentration of the active ingredient Isaria fumosorosea strain FE 9901, a naturally occurring insecticidal microorganism. This aggressive fungus is a natural pathogen to select insect pests
while non-pathogenic to commercial beneficials. NoFly WP is also compatible with many other biological pesticides making it an excellent tool for use in an Integrated Pest Management program. NoFly WP is effective against whiteflies, aphids, thrips, mealybugs and other insect pests.

How it Works

When spores of NoFly WP come into contact with the insect pest they attach to the body and begin to grow almost immediately. Once the spore germ tube penetrates the host cuticle, fungal multiplication takes place through formation of hyphal bodies in the host hemocoel. The NoFly WP microbe mechanically disrupts the host’s internal organs and
initiates tissue necrosis. This leads to lack of feeding, inactivity and eventually death.  The end result? Insect pests sprayed with NoFly WP stop feeding in about 24 hours and are killed in about 2-5 days.

Directions For Use

NoFly WP consists of spores of an entomopathogenic fungus that are susceptible to high temperatures, dryness and ultraviolet radiation. Avoid these potential adverse effects by applying the product in late afternoon, in the early morning and at mid to high relative humidity (if practical, pre-watering of crop is strongly suggested). Use sufficient water to ensure thorough coverage of the foliage including the underside of leaves.

Safe and Effective

Isaria fumosorosea FE 9901 is not a plant pathogenic organism and does not produce significant detrimental effects on beneficial insects, including bees and bumblebees. The only residues derived from applications of NoFly WP are short lived spores that should
not present any environmental persistence concerns in soil, water, or air. These characteristics make this product an idea tool for any Integrated Pest Management Program.

Technical Information

Organism (Active Ingredient):
Isaria fumosorosea strain FE 9901

General Description:
Naturally-occurring fungus, geographically widespread, and common pathogen of insect pests

Pests Suppressed/Controlled:
Whiteflies (Bemisia, Trialeurodes, Lecanoideus, Aleuroidicus), aphids, thrips, mealy bugs and potentially other hosts

Origin:
Isolated from the carcass of a whitefly

Temperature Tolerance:
Optimal temperature for sporelation of Isaria spores is between 72-840 F (22-280 C).

Humidity:
Optimal humidity for growth of I. fumosoroseus FE 9901 is 50% or greater. If humidity is below 50%, schedule application of product immediately after general watering or  irrigation.

PH Tolerance:
NoFly WP is unaffected by pH ranges from 4.0 - 9.0

Shelf Life:
NoFly WP will remain viable at room temperature for up to 6 months. Refrigeration will extend the shelf life to 18 months. It is recommended that this product be stored in a refrigeration unit or at temperatures below 410 F (50 C). Do not freeze for extended periods.

Chemical Compatibility:
NoFly WP is compatible with some synthetic and natural insecticides and fungicides. Contact Blacksmith BioScience for current list. Before mixing products not on this list, please call for technical advice.

UV Sensitivity:
The spores of NoFly WP are UV sensitive. Product should be sprayed in the early morning
hours or evening to prevent degradation.