Eggshell powder tablets with citronella oil for eco-friendly pest control
Innovative pest control tablets using eggshell powder and citronella oil offer a sustainable alternative to synthetic pesticides. These tablets promise effective pest management while being environmentally friendly and safe for non-target species.
Overview
The proposed solution is a novel pest control method utilizing eggshell powder tablets infused with citronella oil. This innovative approach provides an environmentally friendly and safe alternative to traditional synthetic pesticides. Citronella oil, derived from Cymbopogan nardus, is known for its natural insect-repelling properties. Combined with eggshell powder, which serves as both a tablet filler and a potential soil fertilizer, this solution targets pests such as Aphis gossypii, Toxoptera aurantii, and Bemisia tabaci, offering effective pest management while minimizing environmental impact.
Technical specifications
Key features:
- Natural Ingredients: Utilizes citronella oil known for its insect-repellent properties and eggshell powder as a filler that can enrich soil.
- Tablet Formulation: Includes varying concentrations of citronella oil (0.2 to 1.5 ml) compressed into tablets for ease of application.
- Comprehensive Testing: Tablets undergo evaluations for weight variation, hardness, friability, and disintegration, ensuring quality and effectiveness.
- Advanced Characterization: Uses Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray diffraction (XRD) for detailed analysis of the tablets.
Technology readiness level
This technology is currently at TRL 3, having been validated in vitro and set for further testing in laboratory, greenhouse, and field environments over the course of a year.
About Brawijaya University
Universitas Brawijaya is a comprehensive public university in Malang, East Java, serving a large community across vocational to doctoral levels. Integration with a teaching hospital and an emerging science and technology park, plus an innovation and incubator directorate, connect research to market. Its position in the Malang–Surabaya corridor gives direct access to East Java’s industrial base for internships and contract work. Research is supported by Indonesian national agencies and competitive international programs. An IP and commercialization office supports patenting, licensing, and startup formation.
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