Parabria
Pure physical control — nothing to become resistant to.
Parabria is a highly refined paraffinic oil that kills by suffocation rather than by poisoning. Because the mode of action is purely physical, no pest population can develop resistance to it, and there is no residue in the usual sense. It is the classic answer to armoured scale insects, mealybug and mite eggs in citrus, olive and vineyard, and a valuable resistance-breaker in any programme.
Characteristics
- Purely physical mode of action — resistance is impossible
- Highly effective on armoured and soft scale insects and mealybug
- Kills overwintering mite and insect eggs
- No conventional residue; fits well before harvest and in IPM
- Broad label across citrus, olive, peach and vineyard
- A genuine resistance-breaker in a rotation
How it works
The oil forms a continuous film over the insect and blocks the spiracles it breathes through, so it suffocates. It also disrupts the waxy cuticle and interferes with egg respiration. Thorough, complete coverage is everything with an oil — anything the film does not reach survives.
Dosing
| Crop | Target pest | Dose |
|---|---|---|
| Citrus | Citrus whitefly | 200-600 ml/100 L water |
| Citrus | Citrus scale insect | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Citrus | Citrus mealybug | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Citrus | Citrus rust mite | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Citrus | Yellow and red scale | 1500-2000 ml/100 L water |
| Citrus | Gray soft scale | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Citrus | Star scale | 1500-2000 ml/100 L water |
| Citrus | Citrus red spider mite | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Citrus | Terrapin scale | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Peach | Peach scale insect | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Peach | False oleander scale | 1000 ml/100 L water |
| Olive | Olive scale insect | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Olive | Olive black scale | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Olive | Olive soft scale | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Olive | Olive pollen scale | 1500 ml/100 L water |
| Vineyard | Citrus mealybug | 1000 ml/100 L water |
Doses are indicative. The user is responsible for adjusting the dose to the growth stage of the crop and the conditions of the field. Apply under the guidance of an agricultural technician. Composition, method of application and dose may vary between countries for climatic, technical or legal reasons.
Application
How to apply
Application timing and method are given on the product label. AWAITING LABEL — see the production notes at the bottom of this sheet.
Compatibility
Conduct a preliminary mixing test before combining with other products.
Always carry out a compatibility test before preparing a tank mixture.
Safety and handling
Full hazard and precautionary statements are printed on the label. Standard precautions: keep away from children, food and animal feed; wear gloves, protective clothing and eye protection; do not contaminate water; do not apply during flowering.
Read the label before use. Do not use at home. Keep away from children, food and animal feed. Use only as recommended and at the recommended dose.
Plant protection product
This page is technical information, not an offer of sale. Availability and registration status vary by territory. Always read and follow the approved product label before use.
