Magnet™
A premium biocontrol system for premium crops
Increase yield with less effort. Magnet™ MED is the most advanced method to protect your crop from Ceratitis sp. Inspired by nature, we designed this pest control system to make working in the fields easier.
Proprietary technique for pest control
Contains the best attractant on the market
Has an effect on the fruit fly on contact
Lightweight and compact
Sun and rain resistant
Easy transport and storage
Effective for six months
Suitable for organic farming
Stay one step ahead of fruit flies
In agriculture, prevention is always an investment, never an expense. Installing Magnet™ MED prior to the fruit maturation period is the key.
Innovative Product
Magnet™
Proprietary technology for use against the fruit fly. Magnet™ MED is the result of a great effort to offer the most convenient, safe, effective, and profitable system for the control of Ceratitis sp.
Pioneers in Attract-and-Kill control systems
Several years of research went into the development of Magnet™ MED so that you can produce healthier fruit with less effort. We are experts in the control of the Ceratitis sp.
High efficiency, proven success
According to independent scientific studies, Magnet™ MED is more effective than trapping systems.
It killed 2.5 times more flies than the fly catcher trap and 3.3 times more than the bottle
system.
(Studies by Navarro – Llopis et al. UPV. 2019).
Convenient lightweight and compact design
» Placed with just a simple movement.
» Designed for efficient logistics, reducing the need to enter the field.
» The compact design makes transport and storage easier.
» 50-75 units per hectare.
For your profitability
Magnet™ MED increases profits by saving time and labor, while also reducing crop shortages. With Magnet™ MED, you win.
For sustainable farming
Magnet™ MED is a zero waste product.
» Suitable for organic farming.
»Protecting beneficial insects favoring ecological balance and secondary pest control.
»Safe handling. Magnet™ MED minimizes operator exposure to insecticide.
»Suterra is committed to a clean plot from start to finish as apart of our Clean Orchard Promise™.
FAQ
User Guide
Using Magnet™ for full effectiveness. Below you will find a brief guide including the most frequently asked questions posed by other growers.
How does Magnet™ Med kill fruit flies?
Magnet™ Med is coated with Deltamethrin. This insecticide acts mainly on contact. It has a quick knockdown effect which paralyzes the fruit fly at first and kills it after a few minutes
How many Magnet™ MED units should be used?
Suterra recommends using 50 units per hectare for less sensitive varieties of citrus fruits or 75 units for other crops.
How is it set up?
Magnet™ Med is the most easy-to-use device on the market. It should be placed on the sunniest side of the tree near the tree-top at a height of between 1.5 and 2m. To minimize the risk of detachment, it is advisable to place it on a strong branch of about 1 or 2cm in diameter.
What distribution should I follow?
It is recommended to distribute the Magnet™ Med units as evenly as possible to cover the entire surface of the plot. The more irregular they are, the lower its protection capacity will be.
Should I apply more Magnet™ MED for better protection?
Increasing the number of units beyond the maximum recommended dose does not lead to significantly higher effects on crop protection. The reinforcement of field borders does not achieve this effect either.
Is it toxic on contact for people?
Magnet™ MED contains deltamethrin on the outside. Phytosanitary products must always be used according to the instructions on their label.
Can it generate resistance to deltamethrin?
Like any product with toxic action, it is capable of promoting the creation of resistant populations. All insecticide products, including those based on pyrethroids, have this characteristic.
Can it be used in organic farming?
Magnet™ MED is approved for use in organic farming according to EU Directive 889/2008. and in most of the organic regulation.
Does it protect against other flies such as Rhagoletis cerasi, Drosophila suzukii or Bactrocera oleae?
At the moment, its effectiveness has only been demonstrated in the genus Ceratitis (C. capitata, C. cosyra, C. rosa and C. quilicii) and some species of the genus Anastrepha (South American fruit flies). It is known to be ineffective against Olive fruit fly.
Is it necessary to monitor the fruit fly when using Magnet™ MED?
Monitoring is one of the fundamental aspects of Integrated Pest Management, regardless of the control tools used. It is advisable to monitor Ceratitis spp. in monitoring traps using food-type dry baits. This will provide more information on the population of females and therefore on the risk of damage to the fruits.
If I use Magnet™ MED, will I also need to use other pest control methods?
Control strategies should be planned before the season starts and be implemented during that season. The decision of what specific actions to take and when to apply them will depend on the catch in monitoring traps, taking into context the circumstances and history of the farm. The most decisive information comes from recognizing fruit damage signs. Like any other control method, Magnet™ MED is a tool within Integrated Pest Management.
Can it attract more flies from outside the plot that end up causing damage to my crop?
There is always a possibility of attracting other specimens from the areas bordering the treatment zone, especially in cases of high external pressures and small plots that are not integrated into a joint action plan to control the pest. In most cases, the entry of pests from outside the plot is caused by the attraction of the fruit itself or by natural movements of the population to more favorable areas for its development.
Is it true that there are more attacked fruits in the trees where Magnet™ MED is located?
There are no attacked fruits on trees (plants) with Magnet™ MED than on trees (plants) without Magnet™ MED. This does not mean that the fruit on the trees with the product do not get stung. If this occurs, it will probably be a case of very high pest pressure and/or poor complementary management with delayed actions.
How do environmental conditions affect Magnet™ MED?
The special formulation of Magnet™ MED allows it to maintain its effectiveness for at least 6 months under real field conditions in a wide variety of situations. This includes areas with high sun exposure, abundant rain, and frequent spray applications of all kinds of phytosanitary products.
How long does it take to install Magnet™ MED?
Applying 50 units of Magnet™ MED to a flat hectare of citrus trees takes approximately 20 minutes.
When should it be applied?
Magnet™ Med lasts effectively for at least 6 months from application. It should be done at least 60 days before the fruit is sensitive to biting in order to take preventative action and maximize the effectiveness of the product. The right month for placing the product, in most situations in the northern hemisphere, is June; while in the southern hemisphere it is November.
My crop only needs three months of protection. Can I collect it and use it in two seasons? Can I remove it after harvesting and take it to another crop?
Once its container is opened, the product must be used and cannot be stored for later use. Magnet™ MED is designed for single-use, and it is in these conditions that it offers its best features. It is advisable to keep the product in the same crop after harvesting to restrain the growth of future pest populations on the plot.
Can I keep the remaining ones to use in the next season?
Yes, provided that the product is unopened and kept in its original container. Do not use this product after its expiration date. Store it in a cool and dry place.
With Magnet™ MED I can't see the fruit fly. How do I know that it works well?
Suterra creates its products under the strictest quality control procedures. Just as any other contact pesticide, the product begins to work immediately after application. Its effect always lasts for more than 6 months. The possible need to carry out other treatments for the control of fruit flies must be based on appropriate monitoring and survey methodologies in the framework of Integrated Pest Management. Magnet™ MED is not different from any other pesticide or trap in this regard.