The blue roller trap is an effective, safe way to control thrips and other small flying insects that attack vegetables, fruit and ornamental plants. Its distinctive blue color and strong, high-quality adhesive make insects stick on contact, and the roll is not affected by heat or humidity. It is used in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs alongside natural enemies to reduce insect numbers and control infestations early.
Key Features
- Attracts thrips with high efficiency thanks to its specially tuned blue color.
- Strong, durable adhesive unaffected by weather or greenhouse heat.
- Helps with early detection and control of infestations before they spread.
- Completely safe and eco-friendly, with no chemicals.
- Can be combined with biological predators to reduce the need for pesticides.
- Suitable for crops such as peppers, strawberries, roses and ornamentals.
Specifications
- Trade name: Optiroll Blue
- Manufacturer: Russell IPM
- Color: Blue
- Size: 30 cm x 100 m
- Product type: Sticky roll for thrips monitoring and control
- Country of origin: United Kingdom
Directions for Use
- Fix the roll horizontally close to the top of the plants (about 20–30 cm).
- Use one roll per greenhouse of roughly one feddan.
- Raise the roll gradually as the plants grow so it stays at the level where insects fly.
- Replace the roll when it is full, or after several weeks depending on infestation level.
Target Insects
- Western Flower Thrips.
- Other thrips species with similar behavior.