BioWorks has recently introduced Principle WP, a new bioinsecticide that offers highly effective and resistance-free control over many of the most destructive crop pests. The product contains Beauveria bassiana as its active ingredient and features an optimized formula designed for maximum pest control with remarkably low residue compared to its competitors.
Broad-Spectrum Pest Control
Principle WP is registered for use against a wide range of pests, including thrips, aphids, whiteflies, beetles, caterpillars, crickets, grasshoppers, leafhoppers, planthoppers, flies, mealybugs, plant bugs, and psyllids. Its mode of action involves penetrating and infecting the target pest’s cuticle, effectively reducing the risk of insecticide resistance to zero.
Grower Benefits and Expertise
Julie Graesch, Technical Services Manager at BioWorks, commented on the product’s effectiveness, saying, “We are on-site with growers and seeing great control with Principle WP along with the benefits of an improved formulation. Growers will really appreciate the reduced residue and our technical expertise that is part of the Principle WP package.”
BioWorks has over two decades of experience integrating Beauveria bassiana into agricultural and horticultural operations, resulting in proven strategies to help conventional and organic growers overcome the technical complexities of Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
Product Features and Flexibility
Principle WP is designed with several beneficial features for agricultural use. It offers a 4-hour Restricted Entry Interval (REI) and a 0-Day Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI), allowing growers to manage their crops without delay. The product is exempt from residue tolerance, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. It is versatile and can be used on various plants, including vegetables, nursery crops, ornamentals, fruits, vines, hemp, and more.
Principle WP’s complex mode of action provides effective control without posing a risk of resistance, making it a reliable choice for sustainable agriculture. Additionally, the product is highly compatible with conventional pesticides and other biological products, offering flexibility in pest management strategies. Being OMRI-listed, it is approved for use in organic farming, broadening its applicability across different farming practices.
Retail-Ready Plants
One notable advantage of Principle WP is that plants treated with it have no leaf residue, making them more retail-ready than those sprayed with other formulations.
Availability
Principle WP is registered for use in the USA and will begin shipping on June 2, 2025. This new bioinsecticide is expected to be a valuable addition to the pest control options available to growers, offering a sustainable and effective solution for managing crop pests.
