SI Lure

This pheromone lure is specially designed for the effective monitoring and management of Scirpophaga incertulas, a major pest in rice cultivation. The lure attracts male moths using species-specific pheromones, helping farmers detect pest presence early and take timely control measures. The larva of this pest is pale yellow with an orange-yellow head and causes significant damage by boring into the stem. During the vegetative stage, infestation leads to drying of the central shoot, known as “dead heart,” while post-flowering damage results in empty white panicles called “white ears.” The pest completes its life cycle within 40–45 days, producing 2–3 generations in a single crop season. Proper field sanitation, including destruction of rice stubbles, helps reduce pest incidence. This lure, when used with a funnel trap, provides an eco-friendly and efficient solution for pest monitoring without harming beneficial insects.

Key Features & Benefits

• Species-specific pheromone for accurate pest monitoring
• Helps in early detection and timely pest management
• Reduces crop damage and yield loss
• Eco-friendly and safe for beneficial insects
• Easy to use and maintain
• Suitable for integrated pest management (IPM) programs

Target Crop

• Rice

Identification

• Larva: Pale yellow body with orange-yellow head
• Adult Moth: Yellowish forewings with a central dark spot
• Female moth: Single dark spot
• Male moth: Multiple small brown spots

Nature of Damage

• Larvae bore into the stem and feed internally
• Causes “dead heart” during vegetative stage
• Causes “white ears” after flowering
• Leads to significant yield reduction

Life Cycle

• Larval stage: 20–40 days (depending on climate)
• Total life cycle: 40–45 days
• 2–3 generations per crop season

Usage Instructions

• Cut open the pack and remove the lure carefully
• Do not touch the lure with bare hands
• Fix the lure inside the funnel trap using the provided holder
• Install traps evenly across the field
• Replace lure as per recommended duration
• Wash hands before and after handling
• Dispose of used lure by burning or burying

Application Details

• Trap Type : Funnel Trap
• Number of Traps : 10–12 per acre
• Lure Life : 60 Days