Ratzia vole bait

Attractive, freeze-dried carrot-based bait that acts like fresh carrots by swelling in moist soil. Acts quickly and reliably against voles (also known as water voles) and is approved for non-professional users.

Application areas and quantities

• Vegetable crops (open field): 5 g / 8-10 m aisle length – in case of infestation, all year round – Waiting period: (F)
• Fruit crops (open field): 5 g / 8-10 m aisle length – in case of infestation, all year round – Waiting period: (F)
• Ornamental crops (open field): 5 g / 8-10 m aisle length – in case of infestation, all year round – Waiting period: (N)
• Grapevine (table and wine grape): 5 g / 8-10 m aisle length – in case of infestation, all year round – Waiting period: (F)

Application

Open the vole burrows in a few places and insert the bait as deeply as possible into the burrows. The measuring cell in the cap holds 5 g.

1. Open the aisle opening at several points.
2. Use the cap to insert the bait deep into the passages (measuring cell = 5 g).
3. Place the bait under cover and cover the passage opening with a tuft of grass, a stone slab or similar.

Maximum one application per crop or per year. Moles must not be controlled with the product.

Additional notes

Detection of vole infestation

Vole infestations are characterized by shallow piles of earth and high oval tunnels running just below the surface (cross-section; transverse oval in the case of moles).

Notes on protecting the environment

• Place bait out of reach of children, pets and wild animals. The product is toxic to pets, very toxic to birds and game.
• The bait must be placed deep into the rodent passages, using suitable equipment if necessary, and must be inaccessible to birds. No bait may be left on the surface.
• The use of the product outside of forests is only permitted by concealed application (Section 2 (1) of the Plant Protection Application Ordinance). Violations can be punished with fines of up to 50,000 euros.
• Toxic to algae, fish and fish food animals – keep at least 10 m safety distance from surface waters due to risk of run-off. Do not allow agents, residues, empty containers and rinsing liquids to enter bodies of water or drains.
• Due to the authorized uses, bees are not endangered (B3).

Notes on the protection of the user

• Avoid any unnecessary contact with the product. Misuse can lead to damage to health.
• The guideline on personal protective equipment in plant protection issued by the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety must be observed.
• Keep pets away and ensure that they do not get to the bait.