France successfully researches plant protection plastics

A French scientist has announced to find a countermeasure for the " Paysandisia archon " butterfly, which cores palm trees in the southern region of the country, but now there is no pesticide or plant protection. can destroy them.

Biochemist - biochemist Jean-Benoit Peltier of the French National Institute of Agricultural Research (Inra), in Montpelier Province, said he has produced a 100% natural resin and has no toxic effects on the school

After being sprayed on the tree, this white plastic will change in just a few weeks, colored like a palm tree and become a " great trap " for the butterfly.

The advantage of this plastic is that it does not melt, has the ability to withstand high temperatures and rain. Scientists will continue to test the product until the end of July 2007 before launching it.

Butterfly Paysandisia archon
(Photo: srpv-midi-pyrenees)