Agni - Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG Insecticide

Agni – Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG Insecticide Agni Insecticide is a powerful insecticide containing Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG, belonging to the avermectin group. It provides effective stomach and contact action against a wide range of damaging insect pests, particularly caterpillars, borers, and thrips. Agni has strong translaminar activity, allowing it to move into leaf tissues and reach pests feeding on the underside of leaves. After ingestion, susceptible insects rapidly stop feeding, followed by mortality within a few days. Key Highlights Technical Name: Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG Mode of Action: Stomach & Contact Strong Translaminar Action: Helps control pests hiding on the underside of leaves Effective Against Caterpillars & Borers: Controls important lepidopteran pests Fast Feeding Cessation: Insects stop feeding soon after exposure Low-Dose Formulation: Effective at relatively low application rates Water-Soluble Granules: Convenient SG formulation for foliar application Suitable for use as part of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program Mode of Action Emamectin Benzoate primarily acts as a stomach insecticide with contact activity. After ingestion or contact, it affects the insect's nervous system, causing rapid cessation of feeding followed by paralysis and death. Its translaminar movement allows the active ingredient to penetrate leaf tissues, helping reach pests that may be feeding or hiding on the underside of leaves. Recommended Crops & Dosage Crop Target Pest Dose/Acre Water/Acre Waiting Period Cotton Bollworms 76–88 g 200 L 10 Days Okra (Bhindi) Fruit & Shoot Borer 54–68 g 200 L 5 Days Cabbage Diamondback Moth 60–80 g 200 L 3 Days Chilli Fruit Borer, Thrips & Mites 80 g 200 L 3 Days Brinjal Fruit & Shoot Borer 80 g 200 L 3 Days Red Gram (Pigeon Pea) Pod Borer 88 g 200–300 L 14 Days Chickpea Pod Borer 88 g 200 L 14 Days Grapes Thrips 88 g 200–400 L 5 Days Tea Tea Looper 80 g 200 L 1 Day How to Use Agni Insecticide Mix the recommended quantity of Agni – Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG thoroughly with the required quantity of clean water and apply as a uniform foliar spray. Proper spray coverage is important because Emamectin Benzoate is highly effective through ingestion. For best results, apply at the recommended crop stage and when pest populations are at susceptible stages. Follow the approved product label for application frequency, compatibility, and safety precautions. Why Choose Agni Insecticide? Agni Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG provides reliable control of several economically important insect pests across crops including cotton, chilli, okra, brinjal, cabbage, chickpea, pigeon pea, grapes, and tea. Its stomach, contact, and translaminar activity makes it a valuable insecticide for managing caterpillars, borers, and other target pests