Fixit-GA (Biological Insecticide | 100g Sachets)

Fixit-GA (Biological Insecticide | 100g Sachets) is a broad-spectrum biological insecticide containing Beauvaria bassiana, a sustainable biopesticide for the control of thrips in Sweet pepper and Hot pepper production.

• It is also indicated for the control of bolt worms.
• Furthermore, it is suitable for the control of Lipedopterous caterpillars including Helicoverpa, Spodoptera, borers, and hairy caterpillars.

Fixit-GA (Biological Insecticide | 100g Sachets) information

• Method of application: Foliar spray
• Active ingredient: Beauvaria bassiana 1.15% WP
• Packaging: 100g sachets

Why Fixit-GA (Biological Insecticide | 100g Sachets) is essential to farmers

• Many farmers in Nigeria have recorded up to 70% yield losses in pepper production due to thrips.
• Thrips are sucking insects from the order Thysanoptera. The adult and nymph stages of thrips cause severe damage by reducing the quality and quantity of fruits, reducing flowering, and transmitting the Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus to plants.
• Most of the chemical control methods available in the country have not significantly controlled this pest due to repeated use of a particular insecticide, poor application by farmers, and resistance to insecticides by Thrips.
• Beauvaria bassiana is an entomopathogenic fungus that has recorded significant control of thrips by germinating and penetrating into the cuticles of the insect and finally killing them.
• In addition, this product has proven efficacy in the control of all kinds of bolt worms. Bolt worms are reputable for their evil effects on crop production on farmland and storage. With this product, farmers can optimally control bolt worms in order to achieve a more bountiful yield.

Fixit-GA (Biological Insecticide): Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Fixit-GA and what does it do?

Fixit-GA is a broad-spectrum biological insecticide containing a natural fungus called Beauveria bassiana. It’s a sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides and is effective against various pests that plague pepper production in Nigeria, including:

• Thrips: This tiny, sap-sucking insect damages pepper plants by reducing fruit quality and quantity, hindering flowering, and potentially transmitting viruses.
• Bolt worms: These worms are notorious for causing significant yield losses in crops during both growth and storage.
• Lepidopterous caterpillars: This group includes Helicoverpa, Spodoptera, borers, and hairy caterpillars, all of which can damage pepper plants.

How does Fixit-GA work?

Beauvaria bassiana spores land on the insect’s body, germinate, and penetrate its cuticle (outer shell). This triggers a natural internal infection that eventually kills the insect.

Why is Fixit-GA a good choice for farmers?

• Effective pest control: Fixit-GA offers a natural and proven solution against major pepper pests.
• Reduced reliance on chemicals: This biological insecticide can help farmers move away from chemical pesticides, which can have drawbacks like resistance development and environmental harm.
• Improved crop yield: By effectively controlling pests, Fixit-GA can significantly improve pepper production.
• Safer for the environment: Being a biological product, Fixit-GA poses less risk to the environment compared to chemical insecticides.

How is Fixit-GA applied?

Fixit-GA is applied as a foliar spray directly onto the leaves and stems of pepper plants.

What is the active ingredient in Fixit-GA?

The active ingredient in Fixit-GA is Beauvaria bassiana at a concentration of 1.15% WP (wettable powder).