Flying Natural Pollination
An efficient pollinator that works even in harsh weather conditions.
Yield and quality of seeds and fruits
QUEENFLY® (Eristalis tenax) is a generalist hoverfly pollinator that tirelessly visits all types of flowers, whatever the season. This species is known to be one of the most abundant and important natural pollinators around the globe.
Its effectiveness has long been recognized, whether for pollination of protected crops or in open fields. QUEENFLY can significantly improve the yield and quality of seeds and fruits, and its adaptability to cold and cloudy conditions makes it a formidable ally when other managed and wild pollinators are not working as hard.
It exhibits a strong foraging behaviour characterized by constant and prolonged floral visits that improves crop pollination overall.
QUEENFLY® is reliable in harsh weather conditions
- ✓ Very effective cross-pollination agent.
- ✓ Low floral discrimination. Frequent visits to a wide variety of flowers.
- ✓ Resistant to low temperatures. Effective between 10 and 30°C.
- ✓ Large and hairy body. High pollen load.
- ✓ Adaptable and resilient. Works well indoors and outdoors.
- ✓ Harmless and easy to use. Does not sting, not aggressive, free of pathogens.
- ✓ Compatible with other pollinators and beneficial insects.
Advantages and benefits
Effective Cross-Pollination
QUEENFLY is a highly effective cross-pollination agent, ensuring optimal fruit set and yield for a wide variety of crops.
Low Floral Discrimination
Makes frequent visits to a wide variety of flowers, ensuring comprehensive pollination across different crop types.
Cold Temperature Resistant
Effective between 10 and 30°C, and remains active in low-light conditions when other pollinators may not be working.
Large Hairy Body
The large, hairy body of QUEENFLY enables high pollen load capacity, enhancing pollination efficiency.
Adaptable & Resilient
Works well in both indoor and outdoor environments, making it versatile for different growing conditions.
Safe & Easy to Use
Does not sting, is not aggressive, and is free of pathogens, making it safe for workers and the environment.
How it works
Understanding the QUEENFLY® pollination process is simple.
Dose calculation
Placing boxes
Adult emergence
| Format | L | M | S | XS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pupae
|
2500
|
500
|
100
|
50
|
| Temperature | Emergence |
|---|---|
| 12°C | 5-10 days |
| 24°C | 2-5 days |
Polyfly’s proven efficiency
QUEENFLY® effectively pollinates a wide range of crops across different environments.
Chicory
Avocado
Celery
Blueberry
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Rapeseed
Strawberry
Mango
Melon
Leek
Carrot