Bayer launches new acaricide Interrupt in Australia, introducing a new mechanism with spirotetramat to control two-spotted spider mites.

Published Mar 3, 2026

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Core tip: According to a report by the World Agrochemical Network Chinese website, recently, Bayer CropScience stated that in response to the increasingly severe resistance issue of Tetranychus urticae in the planting of stone fruit and pome fruit trees in Australia, the acaricide Interrupt 240 SC (active ingredient: spirodiclofen) is showing positive results in early applications across various orchards, providing growers with a crucial rotation tool.

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Interrupt 240 SC miticide is currently the only registered product on the market that can act on all stages of the two-spotted spider mite's life cycle (from egg to adult) on stone fruit and nut trees, belonging to the 23rd group of chemical molecules. Agronomists point out that after application, the number of two-spotted spider mites decreases almost immediately, and the damage to crops is also quickly curbed. Additionally, the number of predatory mites remains healthy after application, proving that the agent is friendly to natural enemies, aligning with the integrated pest management (IPM) concept. It is reported that Interrupt has cross-layer mobility characteristics, enabling it to penetrate through leaf epidermis to reach areas not directly sprayed, enhancing the coverage of pest ...

Source: Foodmate