Buprofezin 23.1% + Fipronil 3.85% SC is an excellent pesticide formula that has a combination of two active ingredients. One acts on muscle and nerve to control adults whereas the second active ingredient prevents the growth of larvae so that new adults are not formed. It is being traded by Adama as Zohar. This formulation is recommended for the control of brown planthopper in rice. The dose is 1.5 ml/lit and the waiting period is 30 days. Farmers can experiment with this pesticide for control of similar pests in similar crops with help of experts.
Alphacypermethrin affects nerve and muscle. Being non-systemic, it does not spread through plant juices. It is a contact and stomach pesticide. It enters in pest directly. As it does not enter the plant, it can be easily washed off. It won't give residue in the harvested produce. It is recommended for the control of bollworms in cotton. Farmers can experiment with its use against similar pests on other crops. It is available in EC as well as SC forms. EC form is available in trade name Ghatak (Toshi), ALPHAGIN 10 EC (Chemet Chemicals). EC formulations form milky emulsion immediately after addition to water. It is a simple formulation and does not require much skill to manufacture. Whereas SC formulation is tough to formula. It needs costly formulation machinery and SC formulations are more friendly to the environment and user. PENDULUM is the trade name of this formula from Gharda Chemicals.
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