Introduction
Modern agriculture demands sustainable and eco-friendly pest control solutions. Chemical pesticides, though effective, often harm the environment and beneficial organisms.
Pheromone traps offer an innovative alternative — providing precise, safe, and environmentally friendly pest management. These traps play a vital role in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs, reducing pesticide usage and improving crop yield.
What Are Pheromone Traps?
Pheromone traps use synthetic chemicals that mimic the natural sex pheromones of insects. The pheromone lure releases a specific scent that attracts male insects of a particular species. Once inside the trap, the males are captured and cannot reproduce, which helps reduce the pest population.
Each lure is species-specific, ensuring that only target pests are attracted, keeping pollinators and beneficial insects safe.
How Pheromone Traps Work
Attraction: The lure releases pheromones to attract male insects.
Trapping: The insect follows the scent into the trap and gets caught.
Population Control: With fewer males available to mate, the pest population declines naturally over time.
Types of Pheromone Traps by SK Agrotech
At SK Agrotech, we design and manufacture a complete range of pheromone traps suited for different crops and pests:
Funnel Trap: Best for moth species such as Helicoverpa armigera (American bollworm) and Spodoptera frugiperda (Fall armyworm).
Water Trap: Effective for pests like Tuta absoluta (Tomato leaf miner) and Leucinodes orbonalis (Brinjal fruit and shoot borer).
Delta Trap: Ideal for monitoring Plutella xylostella (Diamondback moth) and other small moths.
Mac-Phill Trap: Specially designed for fruit flies like Bactrocera dorsalis and Bactrocera cucurbitae.
Sticky Traps (Yellow/Blue): Used for catching whiteflies, thrips, aphids, and other flying insects.
Each trap is durable, weather-resistant, and made from high-quality materials for long field performance (60–120 days).
Applications in Agriculture
Pheromone traps are widely used in various crops such as:
Vegetables: Brinjal, tomato, cucumber, okra, chili
Fruits: Mango, banana, guava, citrus
Field Crops: Cotton, maize, sugarcane, rice
They serve two major purposes:
Monitoring: Detecting the presence and intensity of pest infestation.
Mass Trapping: Reducing pest populations by capturing large numbers of males.
Advantages of Using Pheromone Traps
🌿 Eco-Friendly: Chemical-free pest management solution.
💰 Cost-Effective: Reduces pesticide use and increases yield.
🎯 Target-Specific: Attracts only harmful pest species.
🕐 Early Detection: Enables farmers to take timely control measures.
🧑🌾 Safe for Farmers & Environment: Non-toxic, easy to install, and reusable.
Why Choose SK Agrotech?
SK Agrotech is a trusted name in pheromone trap and lure manufacturing in India.
We offer a wide range of products for fruit flies, moths, beetles, and other agricultural pests. Our pheromone lures are scientifically formulated, field-tested, and export quality, ensuring reliable and long-lasting performance.
✅ ISO-standard manufacturing process
✅ Customized pest management solutions
✅ Eco-safe materials and sustainable designs
Conclusion
Pheromone traps represent the future of sustainable pest management in agriculture. By adopting SK Agrotech’s pheromone traps and lures, farmers can effectively protect crops, reduce pesticide dependency, and promote eco-friendly farming practices.
For more information or to order traps and lures, visit our product pages or contact SK Agrotech – Your Partner in Sustainable Crop Protection.
