Agadi SC is a broad-spectrum insecticide that offers effective control against a wide range of insect pests in various crops.1 It's a product of Adama, a leading global crop protection company.2
Active Ingredient: Fipronil 5% SC3
Formulation: Suspension Concentrate (SC)4
Mode of Action:
Agadi SC belongs to the phenylpyrazole chemical group.5 It works by disrupting the insect's central nervous system by blocking the GABA-gated chloride channels. This interference leads to hyperexcitation of the nerve cells, causing paralysis and ultimately death of the insect.
Key Features:
Broad-spectrum activity: Controls a wide range of chewing and sucking pests.6
Contact and Ingestion activity: Effective when insects come into contact with the insecticide or ingest it.7
Long-lasting residual control: Provides extended protection, reducing the frequency of applications.
Effective against resistant pests: Controls insects that have developed resistance to other insecticides.8
Target Pests:
Agadi SC effectively controls various pests, including:
Rice: Stem borer, Brown plant hopper, Green leafhopper, Rice leafhopper, Rice gall midge, Whorl maggot, White-backed plant hopper9
Cabbage: Diamondback moth1011
Chilli: Thrips, Aphids, Fruit borer12
Sugarcane: Early shoot borer, Root borer13
Cotton: Aphids, Jassids, Thrips, Whitefly, Bollworms14
Crops:
Agadi SC can be used on a variety of crops, including:
Rice15
Cabbage16
Chilli17
Sugarcane18
Cotton19
Vegetables20
Fruits
Tea
Benefits:
Broad-spectrum control: Effective against a wide range of pests.21
Long-lasting protection: Offers extended residual control.
Resistance management: Helps manage insecticide resistance.22
Improved crop health: Protects crops from damage, leading to better yields and quality.23
Application:
Agadi SC is typically applied as a foliar spray.24 The dosage and frequency of application will vary depending on the crop and target pest. Always follow the instructions on the product label for safe and effective use.
Safety:
Handle with care and follow all safety precautions mentioned on the product label.
Avoid spraying during flowering to minimize the impact on bees and other pollinators.
Store in a cool, dry place away from children and animals.
Overall, Agadi SC is a reliable and effective insecticide that offers broad-spectrum control and long-lasting protection against a wide range of pests.25 Its versatility and effectiveness against resistant pests make it a valuable tool for integrated pest management programs.
