Nuron® is an insecticide for the control of Codling Moth and Leafrollers on Apples and Pears and Potato/Tomato psyllid control in Potatoes.
Active Ingredient:
50g/litre Lufenuron EC.
How It Works:
– Works by disrupting chitin formation in insects.
After ingestion:
– Larvae cannot moult properly.
– Leads to death during development.
Key Point:
– Targets immature stages (nymphs/larvae).
– Not a fast knockdown product.
Target Use:(Main Registered Use).
– Potatoes.
– Control of potato/tomato psyllid (TPP).
Also noted (general product info):
– Effective on TPP nymphs (very high control levels).
Application GuidelinesRate:
– 1 L/ha apply early in the season (preventative) target before or at early infestation.
– Frequency 1–2 applications max per season at 7–10 day intervals, ensure good foliage coverage, an adjuvant is recommended.
Tank Mixing:(Often Used With)
– Knockdown insecticide (if adult psyllids present).
– Compatible with, most insecticides & fungicides.
– Do NOT mix with Foliar fertilisers / nutrient sprays.
Resistance Management:
– Group 15 insecticide.
– Risk of resistance if overused.
Label guidance:
– Max 2 applications per season.
– Rotate with other chemical groups.
Environmental & Use Notes:
– Bee safety, Low risk when applied outside foraging times and once dry.
Environmental risks:
– Toxic to aquatic life.
– Harmful to soil environment.
Withholding & Restrictions:
– Withholding period (potatoes) 42 days.
– Grazing restriction 120 days before grazing treated areas.
– Plant-back interval 12 months before planting crops for feed/forage.
Hazards & Safety:
– Flammable liquid.
– Harmful if Swallowed.
– In contact with skin.
– Causes Skin & eye irritation.
– Potential organ effects with prolonged exposure.
Practical Takeaways:(Think of Nuron as)
– “Larvae control specialist” (IGR).
– Not a knockdown spray.
– Not broad-spectrum on adults.
Best use:
– Early-season TPP programme tool.
– Used with a knockdown partner when adults present.
– Strong for resistance management rotation.
Caution:
Must be used strictly according to label directions.
Available in 5L
Nuron Technical Guide
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