OptiNet is a patent-protected, new-generation anti-insect net that integrates physical and optical protection. This innovative net dramatically reduces the number of pests and insects that enter the crop environment, especially thrips and whitefly and leafminer. The net contains optical additives (non-toxic) that blind and repel the insects before they reach the net.
Four-year trials conducted at the Besor experimental station in conjunction with the Volcani Institute of the Agricultural Research Organization demonstrated that the thrips population under 40-and 50-mesh OptiNet is eight times lower than under standard 50-mesh nets.
OptiNet is the only net that provides a solution for the problem of thrips while maintaining an adequate air flow, and its optical properties are maintained throughout its lifecycle. The use of the 40-mesh OptiNet provides even better ventilation conditions.
Features & Benefits
Five times less pest penetration as compared to a standard 50-mesh net
Reduces heat in structures using light reflection and shading
Remains dust-free as compared to a transparent 50-mesh net
Reduces the development of leaf diseases (such as late blight of tomatoes
Enables the use of a thinner net (40-mesh) to obtain better insect control results as compared to a standard 50-mesh net, thus achieving better ventilation in the growth house