In Canada, many companies aim to promote products that can potentially improve the overall agricultural yield of the country. AEF Global is a Quebec company established in 1997 that specialises in making biopesticides and natural fertilizers. Over the years AEF Global has produced and marketed approximately fifty products which have been distributed to several garden centres, hardware stores and chain outlets (AEF Global A, n.d.).
The major brand of AEF Global is Bioprotec. Bioprotec CAF is an insecticide and is amongst one of many products produced by the company (AEF GLOBAL A, n.d). Bioprotec CAF is developed and produced in Quebec, Canada (AEF Global B. n.d.). This insecticide has been on the market since 2000 and is capable of eliminating numerous varieties of insects & pests (AEF Global C, n.d). “AEF Global has been working on Bioprotec CAF for 12 years” said Vachon, 2014, Katharyn Vachon, Sales and Marketing Assistant at AEF global, during a telephone conversation on November 22 2014. This product is practical, beneficial towards the environment and competitively priced (AEF Global C, n.d.).
What pests will it help control?
Bioprotec CAF is toxic to specific species of the Lepidopteran larvae. These pests include; Cabbage Loopers, Imported Cabbage Worms, Diamond Back Moths, Leafrollers, Essex Skippers, Hornworms, Rangeland Caterpillars, Winter Moths, Fruitworms, White Marked Tussock Moth, Green and Brown Spanworms, Sunflower Moths, Banded Leafrollers, Tomato Fruitworms and European Corn Borers (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008).
What crops will it protect?
Bioprotec CAF will protect a large array of fruits and vegetables. Apples, Tomatoes, Asian Radish and Broccoli are just a few examples of crops that can be protected from pests by using Bioprotec CAF (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008).
How does Bioprotec CAF work?
Bioprotec CAF must be ingested by the targeted insects in order to effective. It is water based and can be used diluted or undiluted. This product is suitable on field crops, greenhouses and orchards. It can be applied locally or through crop dusting (arial use) (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008).
What Precautionary measures should be taken when using this product?
Pesticide rotation is recommended for field use. Since Bioprotec CAF is a group 11 insecticide, some insects may have already developed a resistance to it. Overusing the product on the same fields could result in an increase of insect resistance (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008).
However, Bioprotec CAF is less likely to cause insect resistance. Bioprotec CAF has an increased probability of maintaining its efficiency against insects developing an immune resistance (Bioprotec CAF B, n.d.).
Specific clothing such as gloves, boots, goggles and a protective coat should be worn during the application of this product. In a closed environment it is necessary to wear goggles and a respiratory mask. Depending on the direction of the application, a hat may be needed (Sage pesticides, 2014).
What conditions must the product be used in?
Bioprotec CAF can be used in temperatures ranging from 15-28 ° C. This product is most efficient within the PH ranges of 5-10 (AEF Global C, n.d). It is preferable if no rain occurs within 24-48 hours of the insecticide application to allow the insects to inject the product (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008).
Is Bioprotec CAF environmentally friendly?
According to the government of Canada, Bioprotec CAF is not dangerous towards the environment, human and animal health (Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada A, 2012). Bioprotec products will not affect bees or other pollinating insects (Agglobal, n.d.). Bioprotec CAF has been classified as an organic insecticide (Bioprotec CAF B, n.d.). Organic insecticides are made from products formulated by living beings (Bugs, n.d.) The use of microorganisms such as; viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa or nematodes to kill pests are categorized as microbial insecticides (Russ, 2005). Bioprotec CAF contains the Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) bacteria of the variety Kurstaki (Btk), which is toxic to caterpillars (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008). Bt is a bacterium that is found naturally in the soil (British Columbia, n.d.). It is safer to use microbial insecticides on the environment since the toxicity towards non targeted animals and humans is very low (Russ, 2005). However, it is impossible to completely avoid insecticide residue on the environment (Mahr , n.d.).
How long will Bioprotec CAF be efficient for plant use?
This insecticide will remain on the leaves of any type of plant for up to 8 days (AEF Global D, n.d.). Bioprotec must be used within 6 months of its production to be functional (Sage pesticides, 2014).
What differentiates Bioprotec CAF from other Canadian insecticides?
Bioprotec is organic and UV resistant (Terralink, n.d.). Most microbial insecticides that contain bacteria, fungi or viruses are usually vulnerable to UV light (Mahr , n.d.). However, even though Bioprotec contains the Bt bacteria, the product remains UV resistant (Terralink, n.d.).
What is the cost of Bioprotec CAF?
The price of Bioprotec CAF is 242.99$ per 10 L (Greffard, 2014, Mélanie Greffard, Sales and Marketing Assistant at AEF global, email, Oct 9 2014, Quebec).
Are there any restrictions concerning the use of Bioprotec CAF in Canada?
The Canadian standard allows the use of Bioprotec CAF in organic crop production. The ingredients have been verified by Ecocert Canada by means of the National Standard of Canada on organic production systems and is among the permitted substances list (Ecocert, 2014).
Reference list
AEF Global A. (n.d.). About us. Retrieved from http://www.aefglobal.com/en/entreprise.html
AEF Global B. (n.d.). The 2012 horticulture merit awarded to AEF Global. Retrieved from http://www.aefglobal.com/en/nouvelles.php?id=76
AEF Global C. (n.d.). Bioprotec CAF and Bioprotec 3p. Retrieved from http://www.directsolutions.com/sites/default/files/Bioprotec_CAF_Field_Crop_Brochure.pdf
Vachon, 2014, Katharyn Vachon, Sales and Marketing Assistant at AEF global, during a telephone conversation on November 22 2014
Bioprotec CAF A. (2008). Aqueous biological insecticide. Retrieved from http://www.uap.ca/products/documents/BioprotecCAFE_label_2008.pdf
Bioprotec CAF B. (n.d.). Include Bioprotec CAF in your insecticide program. Retrieved from http://www.uap.ca/products/documents/BIOPROTECCAFSHEETGENERALengFINAL.pdf
Sage pesticides. (2014). Caractéristiques des produits commerciaux. Retrieved from http://www.sagepesticides.qc.ca/Recherche/resultats.aspx?Search=produit&id=236
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada A. (2012). Innovation Cards. Retrieved from http://www.agr.gc.ca/eng/science-and-innovation/science-publications-and-resources/innovation-cards/?id=1329227947660
Agglobal. (n.d.) Our brands. Retrieved from http://www.agglobalco.com/Bioprotec.htm
Bugs. (n.d.). Pesticides. Retrieved from: http://www.livingwithbugs.com/organic.html
Russ, K. (2005). Clemson University. Less toxic insecticides. Retrieved from http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/pests/pesticide/hgic2770.html
British Columbia. (n.d.). What is BtK?. Retrieved from http://www.for.gov.bc.ca/hfp/gypsymoth/whatisbtk.htm
Mahr, D. (n.d.). How long do insecticide residues persist?. Retrieved from http://longbeach.wsu.edu/cranberries/documents/howlongdoinsecticideresiduespersist.pdf
AEF Global D. (n.d.). Intergrated management. Retrieved from http://www.aefglobal.com/en/champs.html
Terralink. (n.d.). Bioprotec CAF. Retrieved from http //www.terralink-horticulture.com/p-3910-Bioprotec-caf.aspx
Greffard, 2014, Mélanie Greffard, Sales and Marketing Assistant at AEF global, email, Oct 9 2014, Quebec
Ecocert. (2014). Re: Bioprotec CAF. Retrieved from http://www.homesteadorganics.ca/ClientData/file/Pest_en/BT_Certi.pdf
The major brand of AEF Global is Bioprotec. Bioprotec CAF is an insecticide and is amongst one of many products produced by the company (AEF GLOBAL A, n.d). Bioprotec CAF is developed and produced in Quebec, Canada (AEF Global B. n.d.). This insecticide has been on the market since 2000 and is capable of eliminating numerous varieties of insects & pests (AEF Global C, n.d). “AEF Global has been working on Bioprotec CAF for 12 years” said Vachon, 2014, Katharyn Vachon, Sales and Marketing Assistant at AEF global, during a telephone conversation on November 22 2014. This product is practical, beneficial towards the environment and competitively priced (AEF Global C, n.d.).
What pests will it help control?
Bioprotec CAF is toxic to specific species of the Lepidopteran larvae. These pests include; Cabbage Loopers, Imported Cabbage Worms, Diamond Back Moths, Leafrollers, Essex Skippers, Hornworms, Rangeland Caterpillars, Winter Moths, Fruitworms, White Marked Tussock Moth, Green and Brown Spanworms, Sunflower Moths, Banded Leafrollers, Tomato Fruitworms and European Corn Borers (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008).
What crops will it protect?
Bioprotec CAF will protect a large array of fruits and vegetables. Apples, Tomatoes, Asian Radish and Broccoli are just a few examples of crops that can be protected from pests by using Bioprotec CAF (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008).
How does Bioprotec CAF work?
Bioprotec CAF must be ingested by the targeted insects in order to effective. It is water based and can be used diluted or undiluted. This product is suitable on field crops, greenhouses and orchards. It can be applied locally or through crop dusting (arial use) (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008).
What Precautionary measures should be taken when using this product?
Pesticide rotation is recommended for field use. Since Bioprotec CAF is a group 11 insecticide, some insects may have already developed a resistance to it. Overusing the product on the same fields could result in an increase of insect resistance (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008).
However, Bioprotec CAF is less likely to cause insect resistance. Bioprotec CAF has an increased probability of maintaining its efficiency against insects developing an immune resistance (Bioprotec CAF B, n.d.).
Specific clothing such as gloves, boots, goggles and a protective coat should be worn during the application of this product. In a closed environment it is necessary to wear goggles and a respiratory mask. Depending on the direction of the application, a hat may be needed (Sage pesticides, 2014).
What conditions must the product be used in?
Bioprotec CAF can be used in temperatures ranging from 15-28 ° C. This product is most efficient within the PH ranges of 5-10 (AEF Global C, n.d). It is preferable if no rain occurs within 24-48 hours of the insecticide application to allow the insects to inject the product (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008).
Is Bioprotec CAF environmentally friendly?
According to the government of Canada, Bioprotec CAF is not dangerous towards the environment, human and animal health (Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada A, 2012). Bioprotec products will not affect bees or other pollinating insects (Agglobal, n.d.). Bioprotec CAF has been classified as an organic insecticide (Bioprotec CAF B, n.d.). Organic insecticides are made from products formulated by living beings (Bugs, n.d.) The use of microorganisms such as; viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa or nematodes to kill pests are categorized as microbial insecticides (Russ, 2005). Bioprotec CAF contains the Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) bacteria of the variety Kurstaki (Btk), which is toxic to caterpillars (Bioprotec CAF A, 2008). Bt is a bacterium that is found naturally in the soil (British Columbia, n.d.). It is safer to use microbial insecticides on the environment since the toxicity towards non targeted animals and humans is very low (Russ, 2005). However, it is impossible to completely avoid insecticide residue on the environment (Mahr , n.d.).
How long will Bioprotec CAF be efficient for plant use?
This insecticide will remain on the leaves of any type of plant for up to 8 days (AEF Global D, n.d.). Bioprotec must be used within 6 months of its production to be functional (Sage pesticides, 2014).
What differentiates Bioprotec CAF from other Canadian insecticides?
Bioprotec is organic and UV resistant (Terralink, n.d.). Most microbial insecticides that contain bacteria, fungi or viruses are usually vulnerable to UV light (Mahr , n.d.). However, even though Bioprotec contains the Bt bacteria, the product remains UV resistant (Terralink, n.d.).
What is the cost of Bioprotec CAF?
The price of Bioprotec CAF is 242.99$ per 10 L (Greffard, 2014, Mélanie Greffard, Sales and Marketing Assistant at AEF global, email, Oct 9 2014, Quebec).
Are there any restrictions concerning the use of Bioprotec CAF in Canada?
The Canadian standard allows the use of Bioprotec CAF in organic crop production. The ingredients have been verified by Ecocert Canada by means of the National Standard of Canada on organic production systems and is among the permitted substances list (Ecocert, 2014).
Reference list
AEF Global A. (n.d.). About us. Retrieved from http://www.aefglobal.com/en/entreprise.html
AEF Global B. (n.d.). The 2012 horticulture merit awarded to AEF Global. Retrieved from http://www.aefglobal.com/en/nouvelles.php?id=76
AEF Global C. (n.d.). Bioprotec CAF and Bioprotec 3p. Retrieved from http://www.directsolutions.com/sites/default/files/Bioprotec_CAF_Field_Crop_Brochure.pdf
Vachon, 2014, Katharyn Vachon, Sales and Marketing Assistant at AEF global, during a telephone conversation on November 22 2014
Bioprotec CAF A. (2008). Aqueous biological insecticide. Retrieved from http://www.uap.ca/products/documents/BioprotecCAFE_label_2008.pdf
Bioprotec CAF B. (n.d.). Include Bioprotec CAF in your insecticide program. Retrieved from http://www.uap.ca/products/documents/BIOPROTECCAFSHEETGENERALengFINAL.pdf
Sage pesticides. (2014). Caractéristiques des produits commerciaux. Retrieved from http://www.sagepesticides.qc.ca/Recherche/resultats.aspx?Search=produit&id=236
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada A. (2012). Innovation Cards. Retrieved from http://www.agr.gc.ca/eng/science-and-innovation/science-publications-and-resources/innovation-cards/?id=1329227947660
Agglobal. (n.d.) Our brands. Retrieved from http://www.agglobalco.com/Bioprotec.htm
Bugs. (n.d.). Pesticides. Retrieved from: http://www.livingwithbugs.com/organic.html
Russ, K. (2005). Clemson University. Less toxic insecticides. Retrieved from http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/pests/pesticide/hgic2770.html
British Columbia. (n.d.). What is BtK?. Retrieved from http://www.for.gov.bc.ca/hfp/gypsymoth/whatisbtk.htm
Mahr, D. (n.d.). How long do insecticide residues persist?. Retrieved from http://longbeach.wsu.edu/cranberries/documents/howlongdoinsecticideresiduespersist.pdf
AEF Global D. (n.d.). Intergrated management. Retrieved from http://www.aefglobal.com/en/champs.html
Terralink. (n.d.). Bioprotec CAF. Retrieved from http //www.terralink-horticulture.com/p-3910-Bioprotec-caf.aspx
Greffard, 2014, Mélanie Greffard, Sales and Marketing Assistant at AEF global, email, Oct 9 2014, Quebec
Ecocert. (2014). Re: Bioprotec CAF. Retrieved from http://www.homesteadorganics.ca/ClientData/file/Pest_en/BT_Certi.pdf