Ganixx-Bio Chilli Barrier is a powerful plant-based flushing and repelling agent formulated from high-potency chilli and herbal extracts. It is designed to flush insects from foliage while forming a natural latex and wax barrier on leaves and stems. This protective layer helps deter feeding insects while maintaining air and nutrient exchange within plant tissues.
In addition to insect deterrence, the strong chilli aroma and flavour naturally repel fruit-eating pests such as bats, birds, and possums, providing an added layer of crop protection.
The formulation is water-based, fully biodegradable, and BFA / ACO Certified Organic (Input No. 442), ensuring suitability for use in organic production systems.
Manufactured in Queensland by Organica Australia Pty Ltd, Ganixx-Bio Chilli Barrier offers an environmentally safe and effective alternative to synthetic repellents for tree and vegetable crops.
Ganixx-Bio Chilli Barrier is primarily used as a flushing and repelling treatment for insect pests in trees, vines, and vegetable crops. It is suitable for use in both open-field and protected cropping systems.
When applied, it quickly irritates and drives insects from foliage while forming a natural latex-wax barrier that protects plant surfaces from further attack. The chilli compounds also deter animals such as bats, birds, and possums from feeding on ripe or exposed fruit, helping to reduce losses during harvest periods.
It is particularly effective for organic and low-residue farming systems where chemical deterrents are not suitable.
Performance and Handling
Ganixx-Bio Chilli Barrier provides immediate flushing action with lasting surface protection. The wax-latex film it creates is flexible and permeable, allowing the plant to continue photosynthesis and nutrient exchange while maintaining a repellent surface.
The product can be used alongside other organic sprays and nutrient formulations. A residual aftertaste may occur on treated produce but is easily removed by washing with warm water.
No wetting agents should be added, as the product contains its own natural sticking and spreading agents. It is not flammable, non-hazardous under normal use, and safe for outdoor application when proper protective equipment is worn.
Why Choose This Product
Ganixx-Bio Chilli Barrier provides a natural, effective, and certified-organic solution for deterring insects and fruit-eating animals without resorting to synthetic pesticides.
It is simple to apply, fast-acting, and compatible with a wide range of organic and biological crop protection programs.
Made in Queensland and certified for organic input, this product supports environmentally sustainable farming practices while helping to safeguard crops from insect and animal damage throughout the growing season.
Handling and Safety Information
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or inhalation during application.
Always wear gloves, long sleeves, and chemical goggles during use.
Do not mix with acidic products or wetting agents.
Store in a cool, dry area out of direct sunlight.
Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ganixx-Bio Chilli Barrier contains a high-potency chilli extract, which means it can leave a strong residual flavour if not managed properly. For this reason, the manufacturer advises caution on “pick-and-eat” crops such as strawberries, grapes, and stone fruit.
If used on these crops, always allow sufficient time between spraying and harvest, and wash all produce thoroughly in warm water before consumption to remove any residual taste. The formulation is organic and non-toxic, but the chilli compounds can cause temporary irritation to sensitive areas if ingested without washing.
This makes the product ideal for pre-harvest pest deterrence in tree crops and vines, but care should be taken when applying it to fruit destined for direct sale or consumption.
Yes — one of the key advantages of Ganixx-Bio Chilli Barrier is its broad compatibility with most nutrient sprays and organic crop inputs such as Bio Silica Barrier and Bio Refuge. It can also be tank-mixed with compatible insecticides and fungicides.
However, there are two important exceptions:
Do not mix with acidic products, as this may neutralise the natural latex and wax-forming properties.
Do not add wetting agents, since Ganixx-Bio Chilli Barrier already includes natural sticking and spreading agents in its formula.
Always perform a small jar test before large-scale tank mixing to confirm physical compatibility and prevent formulation separation.
Although non-flammable and biodegradable, Ganixx-Bio Chilli Barrier contains strong capsaicin compounds — the same active component in chilli that can irritate eyes, skin, and airways. For this reason, users should follow strict handling precautions as outlined in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS):
Wear chemical-resistant gloves (neoprene or nitrile), long sleeves, and chemical goggles during mixing and spraying.
Avoid inhaling mist or vapours; a half- or full-face respirator is recommended during extended spraying sessions.
Store the product in a cool, dry location out of direct sunlight, tightly sealed in its original container.
In the event of spills, cover with sawdust, mix into a slurry, and wash the site thoroughly with water.
When applied correctly at the recommended 0.5–1 L per 100 L of water, the product delivers powerful flushing and repelling action while remaining safe for the environment and users.
"We think the Chilli Wax did work! We put it on about 4 weeks before harvest and after about 4 days it appeared that the birds went from the block that then flew to the other blocks. Hence we think we lost more fruit from them. We are interested to use this product next year on all our blocks." JW, NZ
