Product Type

: Insecticides

Description

: Novaluron 10% EC is a broad spectrum contact and stomach insecticides used for the control of fruit borer in tomato; Diamond back moth and Tobacco leaf eating caterpillar in Cabbage; American Bollworm and Tobacco leaf eating caterpillar in Cotton; fruit borer and Tobacco leaf eating caterpillar in chilli and pod borer in chick pea.

Active Ingrident

: Novaluron

Formulation

: 10% EC

Shelf Life

: The shelf-life of the insecticide shall be two year(s).

Application

: Novaluron 10% EC is an insecticide applied by mixing 2-5 ml per litre of water, depending on the crop and pest, and spraying it evenly on the plant foliage. It is used to control a variety of insect larvae, particularly caterpillars, by disrupting their growth and development through contact and ing

Compatible

: Novaluron 10% EC is compatible with most insecticides and fungicides, but it should not be mixed with Methomyl or any alkaline materials. It is advisable to perform a physical compatibility test before mixing with other products to ensure there are no adverse reactions.

Mode Of Action

: Novaluron 10% EC acts as an insect growth regulator (IGR) by inhibiting chitin synthesis, a process essential for insects to form their exoskeletons. This prevents the larvae from successfully moulting into their next life stage, leading to death before they can mature. It works through both stomach

Features

: Rapid Action: Larvae stop feeding within 2-3 hours of ingestion and die within 2-3 days.

Resistance Management: Effective against insects resistant to organophosphates, carbamates, and pyrethroid insecticides.

Extended Control: Ensures prolonged pest management.

Quality Improvement: Enhances the quality of produce.

Early Maturity: Accelerates crop maturity by 8-10 days in cabbage/cauliflower and 10-12 days in cotton, with uniform boll opening.

IPM Compatibility: Safe for natural enemies, making it ideal for Integrated Pest Management (IPM).

Unique Mode of Action: As a novel insect growth regulator (IGR) with stomach action, it is suitable for both IPM and Insect Resistance Management (IRM).