Frequently Asked Questions
Q- Where can I buy SucraShield?
- A- Order online here, or contact the list of SucraShield distributors
Q- Where can I use SucraShield?
- A- You can use SucraShield on a wide variety of food and non-food plants and crops including the following: Click here to view SucraShield Use Sites
Q- Is SucraShield permitted for use in organic farming and gardening?
- A- Yes - it is a permitted input for organic farming and gardening.
Q- What insects does SucraShield control?
- A- You may use SucraShield to control any soft bodied insect including: click here to view list
Q- Do I have to dilute SucraShield before I apply it?
- A- Yes, SucraShield is a concentrate. You mix 0.8%-1% solution of SucraShield to water.
Dilution Rate Table
| Total Mix Volume | % v/v Solution | Amount SucraShield English (Metric) |
| 1 Gal (3.8 liters) | 0.80% | 1 Fl oz (30 ml) |
| 1.00% | 1.25 Fl oz (37 ml) | |
| 2 Gal (7.6 liters) | 0.80% | 2 FL oz (60 ml) |
| 1.00% | 2.5 Fl oz (74 ml) | |
| 25 Gal (94.6) liters) | 0.80% | 25 Fl oz (740 ml) |
| 1.00% | 1 Quart (950 ml) | |
| 100 Gal | 0.80% | 3 Quarts + 1 Cup (3.0 liters) |
| 1.00% | 1 Gallon (3.8 liters) |
Q- What are the package sizes of SucraShield?
- A- SucraShield is currently available in self measuring pints (treating 12.5 to 16 gallons of solution) and gallons (treating 100 to 128 gallons of solution).
Q- What is the minimum order size of SucraShield?
- A- You may order as little as 1 pint of SucraShield. To place an order click here
Q- How do I become a SucraShield Distributor?
- A- Simply contact us at information@naturalforcesllc.com or call (866) 853-9558
Q- Can I use SucraShield indoors?
- A- Yes, SucraShield may be used in indoor greenhouses.
Q- What is the best time to apply SucraShield?
- A- The best time to treat with SucraShield is when you first notice pests, when they are small in size and number. This allows the maximum control and provides beneficial insects time to help control naturally.
Q- Will SucraShield harm beneficial insects?
A- SucraShield has been proven not to harm beneficial insects such as honey bees, beetles, lady bugs, lacewing, and wasps at labeled use rates. SucraShield has not been tested on every beneficial insect. SucraShield's activity selectively controls soft bodied insects and not hard bodied insects. Therefore, care should be taken if the beneficial insects are not listed above or are in a state of 'soft bodies'.
SucraShield does cause mortality to predatory mites. The effects on predatory mites are not nearly as efficacious as on pest mites. Therefore, there will be mortality if the predatory mites are present at the time of application. However, with the lower impact on the predatory mites this allows the surviving population to better manage any re-infestation of pest mites.
Q- How does SucraShield work, it's Mode of Action?
- A-SucraShield quickly works by using the esterized link of the sucrose chain to dissolve holes into the insect/mite's cuticle (skin). This allows for moisture to uncontrollably leave the insect/mite's body causing it to expire.
Q- What is SucraShield's Mode of Lethality?
- A- Desiccation. The insect/mite loses moisture and expires.
Q- Is SucraShield part of an IPM program?
- A- Yes. SucraShield is an excellent IPM tool because of:
- Selectivity-hard on pests and easy on beneficial insects
- Resistant Management-new family of chemistry with no known resistance
Q- Is there any known resistance to SucraShield?
- A- No. SucraShield is a new family of chemistry called sugar esters and there is no documented resistance. Also, SucraShield's mode of action is broad spectrum and which reduces the likelihood of resistance.
Q- What type of application equipment do I use?
- A- You can use any type of application equipment which applies water based solutions such as; hand sprayers, backpacks, mist blowers, boom sprayers, boomless nozzles, handguns, ULV foggers, etc. The most important requirement is that there is uniform and complete coverage. If an area is not treated the pest will not be controlled or prevented from damaging the target area.
Q- What are the keys to successful applications?
- A- The keys to successful treatments are:
- Treat the pests when they are first identified when they are small in size and population
- Complete coverage of the plant. SucraShield is a contact only product and if an area is not treated the pest will not be controlled and the area will not be protected.
- Proper agitation. SucraShield needs proper agitation to remain in suspension. If the solution separates, simply re-agitate prior to treatment.