FAQs

No, we tend to sell through distribution or manufacture on behalf of our expanding international customer base.

Since 1959 over 600 pheromones have been identified and the research continues to this day.

Unfortunately not. For a naturally occurring pheromone to be used in a lure, it needs to be reproduced. The chemical complexity of creating an effective formula takes time and many trials. At our Pest Research Hub, we work on creating effective pheromone formulas or other attractants, which are then vigorously tested.

No. Many species are also attracted by other smells or chemical components. Fruit flies are a very good example. IPS had its origins in Food Industries Ltd (a Unilever subsidiary) and some aromas manufactured by them were found to be attractive to fruit flies, notably a raspberry flavour (named Rastone in the food industry and Cuelure in the pheromone pest control business).

It could be a high selling product, but unfortunately, we don’t!
In most cases, pheromones lures are designed to attract male insects, so even if you attract more male insects into your garden, they are not able to reproduce if they don’t find the females.
There might be various reasons behind this. Make sure you use the right pheromone for the targeted insects. Then ensure you use the right trap recommended by our experts. If you still do not catch the targeted insects, there could be a timing issue. I.e. the insects are not flying yet, or the population of the insect is too low (or zero) at that time.
Monitoring will help you to make the right decisions and target pest control action when it’s really needed
Wasps have a very important role in nature and are very important to keep the ecosystem balanced. They play a role in pollination, however are not comparable to bees

Insect traps and pheromone dispensers are used to monitor or directly reduce populations of insects or other arthropods, by trapping individuals. There are many solutions tailored to specific species, such as adhesive traps, flying insect traps, terrestrial arthropod traps, etc. It’s always best to ask your pest management supplier or pest management company, which is best for a specific pest.

Please search the relevant section on our website to locate the specific pest species. The data sheet should tell you most you need to know about it and advises on lure and trap, too.

This is dependent on what you are trying to achieve. You might be monitoring or trapping to reduce/eliminate a specific threat. We would suggest you discuss this with your agronomist or pest management company as many different factors can affect the answer.

Not at the moment. However, if you are at a total loss do email us a CLEAR picture of the insect and damage caused by it. If we can be of help, we’ll try our best to advise.

Pheromones are chemical components that can cause allergic reactions (very rarely). Hence, we advise protective clothing to avoid any challenges.
Each pheromone lure can work for a certain period. This information can usually be found on the packaging and you will need to replace the pheromone lures in your traps at the end of their active life.
We recommend storing the pheromones in the fridge or freezer.
Please see the shelf-life information on the original lure package. Some lures cannot be stored for more than 6 months (even when stored in the freezer) and some can be stored for up to 2 years (in the freezer)

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