Acramite Miticide 1L – Bifenazate 480g/L Miticide for Two-Spotted Mite, European Red Mite and Bryobia Mite

Acramite Miticide with 480g/L Bifenazate

Acramite Miticide is a selective miticide containing 480g/L bifenazate, registered in Australia for the control of two-spotted mite, European red mite and bryobia mite. It is a suspension concentrate applied to the foliage, giving fast knockdown of mites through contact activity and good residual control. Registered under APVMA approval 55264, it is used by orchardists, almond growers and vegetable and strawberry growers to protect high-value crops from plant-feeding mites.

What Does Acramite Miticide Kill?

Acramite targets plant-eating mites, not insects in general. On the Australian label it controls:

• Two-spotted mite (Tetranychus urticae), often called red spider mite
• European red mite (Panonychus ulmi)
• Bryobia mite (Bryobia rubrioculus)

These mites feed on leaf cells, causing bronzing, stippling, webbing and leaf drop, which weakens trees and plants and reduces fruit size and quality. Acramite acts on the active, moving stages of these mites, so treated mites stop feeding and populations fall quickly.

Registered Crops in Australia

Acramite Miticide is registered for use on:

• Pome fruit: apples and pears
• Stone fruit: apricots, nectarines, peaches and plums
• Almonds
• Fruiting vegetables: including tomatoes, capsicum, peppers and eggplant
• Cucurbits
• Papaya
• Strawberries

Rates, timing, maximum applications and withholding periods differ by crop, so always follow the Directions for Use table on the label. For example, the label sets a 7-day withholding period for pome fruit and a 1-day withholding period for strawberries. Growers exporting produce should check market requirements for bifenazate residues before use.

A Selective Miticide for IPM Programs

As a selective miticide, Acramite is relatively inactive against beneficial and predatory mites and insects. That makes it a strong fit for integrated pest management (IPM) programs, where predatory mites and other natural enemies help keep pest mites under control. Using a selective two-spotted mite control product means you can knock down a mite flare-up without wiping out the beneficials that keep numbers low over the season.

Resistance Management with a Group 20D Insecticide

Acramite is registered as a Group 20D insecticide. Mites breed quickly and can develop resistance when the same chemical group is used repeatedly. The label directs that a different acaricide be used between Acramite applications, so it is best rotated with miticides from other mode-of-action groups as part of a season-long mite program.

How Acramite Works on Mites

Acramite is non-systemic, meaning it does not move through the plant. It works by contact on mites present on the leaf surface and remains active on treated foliage to give residual control. Because of this, complete spray coverage of both the upper and lower leaf surfaces is essential, as two-spotted mite in particular shelters and feeds on leaf undersides.

Key Features and Benefits

• 480g/L bifenazate suspension concentrate
• Controls two-spotted mite, European red mite and bryobia mite
• Fast contact knockdown with good residual control
• Selective, with low activity on beneficial and predatory mites
• Group 20D insecticide for resistance management rotation
• Registered for pome fruit, stone fruit, almonds, fruiting vegetables, cucurbits, papaya and strawberries
• 1L pack

Product Details

• Brand: Acramite (UPL Australia)
• Active constituent: 480g/L bifenazate
• Mode of action: Group 20D insecticide
• Formulation: Suspension concentrate
• APVMA approval: 55264
• Pack size: 1L

How to Use

Always read the full label and attached leaflet before use, and apply only to registered crops at the rates in the Directions for Use table. Apply when mite numbers begin to build, using enough water to achieve thorough coverage of both sides of the leaves. Do not apply if rain is expected before the spray has dried. Observe the maximum number of applications and withholding period for your crop, and use a miticide from a different chemical group between Acramite applications. Wear the protective clothing listed on the label when mixing and spraying.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Acramite miticide used for?

Acramite is used to control two-spotted mite, European red mite and bryobia mite in pome fruit, stone fruit, almonds, fruiting vegetables, cucurbits, papaya and strawberries in Australia.

What does Acramite miticide kill?

It kills plant-feeding mites, specifically two-spotted mite (red spider mite), European red mite and bryobia mite. It is not a general insecticide for other insect pests.

What is the active ingredient in Acramite?

Acramite contains 480g/L bifenazate, a Group 20D insecticide that works by contact on mites and gives residual control on treated foliage.

Is Acramite safe for predatory mites?

The label describes it as relatively inactive against beneficial and predatory mites and insects, which is why it is widely used in IPM programs.

What is the best miticide for two-spotted mite?

The best miticide depends on your crop, mite pressure and spray program. Many growers choose a selective option like Acramite because it gives fast knockdown and residual control while sparing predatory mites, then rotate it with other chemical groups to manage resistance.

Where can I buy Acramite miticide in Australia?

You can buy Acramite Miticide 1L from BPG Supplies, with local pickup from our store at 462 Elizabeth Dr, Bonnyrigg NSW 2177 in Sydney's south-west, and delivery across Australia.