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New Era in Pest Control: Entrapment Insecticide Approved

In an important development for agricultural pest management, Attune Agriculture has received EPA registration for its innovative insecticide, Entrapment®, marking a significant milestone for farmers facing increasing pest pressures. With its recent approval, Entrapment is now available for use in the continental United States and Puerto Rico, promising a new approach in managing insect and mite populations.

Attune Agriculture, a pioneer in hydrocolloid-based agricultural products, celebrates this achievement as it introduces Entrapment® — a contact insecticide that employs a unique mechanism to combat pests. Unlike traditional insecticides, Entrapment utilizes three distinct physical modes of action to effectively control a broad range of insect and mite pests without harming crops, thus minimizing the risk of phytotoxicity. Moreover, thanks to its unique formulation, Entrapment is exempt from tolerance requirements, simplifying its application in the field.

The approval of Entrapment comes amidst considerable challenges in the agriculture sector, particularly the decreasing number of new active ingredients entering the market. Data reveals that the decade from 2010 to 2019 saw a significant decline in EPA registrations for new pesticide ingredients, with fewer than four new products approved per year. This poses a pressing issue for growers who confront not only rising insect activity but also a dwindling array of effective pest control options.

Greg Andon, CEO of Attune Agriculture, elaborates on the company’s mission, stating, “We understand the challenges that growers face every season — pest pressure, rising costs, issues with pesticide resistance, and unpredictable weather. Our mission is to provide effective pest control solutions that are also cost-effective and unlikely to contribute to resistance.”

Innovative Technology at Work

Entrapment's active ingredient, Rhexalloid®, transforms each spray droplet into a potential trap for pests, specifically targeting insects and mites that measure less than 4mm in length. This innovation enables the product to immobilize or ensnare small pests while leaving beneficial larger insects alone, thereby providing a balanced approach to pest management.

The Entrapment product line includes four specifically designed formulations tailored to meet various agricultural needs:

• - FV – Fruit & Vegetable: Optimized for high-value crops like fruits and vegetables.
• - RC – Row Crop: Designed for large acreage crops, utilizing minimal spray volumes.
• - CK – Caterpillar Killer: Targets stubborn pests including navel orangeworm, codling moth, whiteflies, and mites.
• - SP – Specialty: An OMRI-listed formulation catering to organic crops, greenhouses, turf, ornamentals, and golf courses.

Commitment to Sustainable Agriculture

During its 100-year history, Attune Agriculture has developed a reputation for integrating deep knowledge of food science and agriculture to create environmentally safe crop inputs. The introduction of Entrapment aligns with a growing trend towards sustainability within the agricultural sector. By providing solutions that effectively combat pests without the collateral damage to the ecosystem, Attune Agriculture remains dedicated to supporting farmers in their quest for sustainable practices.

For more information on Attune's cutting-edge hydrocolloid-based crop inputs, visit www.attuneag.com.

Final Thoughts

With the introduction of Entrapment, farmers now have a new tool at their disposal that promises to enhance pest management practices significantly. Attune Agriculture’s commitment to innovation and sustainability could reshape the landscape of agricultural pest control, paving the way for more efficient and environmentally friendly farming practices.