Pyriproxyfen 10% EC Insecticide
Mode of Action: Systemic insect growth regulator a juvenile hormone analogue
Description:
- Lumix is an IGR belongs to the Pyridine group of insecticide.
- It is recommended for the control of sucking pests like White Fly, Aphids on Cotton and Chilly crops.
- Lumix is a selective Insect growth regulator having Stomach, Contact and Translaminar action.
- It acts on multipoint of the Insect life cycle, preventing Whitefly emergence from egg or interfere the whitefly development and reproduction. It also makes female sterile.
- Lumix requires thorough coverage of foliage. It should be applied at the start of Whitefly incidence.
- It is an effective tool in integrated resistance management strategy.
Benefits:
- Lumix is a highly selective insecticide and having low toxicity, it doesn't kill beneficial and predatory insects.
- It is ideal for Integrated Pest Management.
- Lumix application should be done with a fine spray and should cover both inside and upside of the leaf as well as the lower, middle and upper portion of the plant.
Recommended usage of Pyriproxyfen 10% EC Insecticide:
|
Crop |
Disease/Pest |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water |
Waiting Period |
|
Cotton |
Whitefly |
200-400 ml |
200 Lts |
50 days |
|
Chilies |
Whitefly, Aphids |
200 ml |
120-200 Lts |
7 days |
Country of Origin – India