Tricel Power is a broad-spectrum insecticide with a higher concentration of the active ingredient Chlorpyriphos 50% EC. It's manufactured by Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd.1 and is used to control a wide range of insect pests in agriculture.2
Key Features and Benefits:
Triple Mode of Action: Tricel Power works through contact, stomach, and vapor action, ensuring effective control of various pests.3
Broad Spectrum Control: It controls sucking pests (like aphids and whiteflies), chewing pests (like caterpillars and bollworms), and soil-dwelling pests (like termites and root grubs).4
Higher Concentration: The 50% EC formulation provides a stronger and faster action compared to lower concentration chlorpyriphos products.5
Quick Knockdown: Tricel Power provides rapid knockdown of pests, minimizing damage to crops.6
Versatile Application: It can be used as a foliar spray, soil drench, seed treatment, and for termite control in pre and post-construction stages.7
IPM Compatible: Tricel Power can be integrated into Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies.8
Recommended Usage:
Tricel Power is effective against a wide range of pests in various crops, including:
Paddy: Stem borer, Leaf folder9
Cotton: Bollworms10
Sugarcane: Early shoot borer, Black bug11
Groundnut: Root grub12
Brinjal: Shoot and fruit borer
Citrus: Aphids13
Cabbage: Diamondback moth14
Dosage:
The recommended dosage varies depending on the crop and pest.15 Refer to the product label or consult with an agricultural expert for specific recommendations.
Application:
Foliar Spray: For controlling pests on the plant foliage.16
Soil Drenching: For controlling soil-dwelling pests.17
Seed Treatment: For protecting seeds and seedlings from insect damage.18
Termite Control: For pre and post-construction termite treatment, apply Tricel Power at the recommended concentration.19
Safety Precautions:
Always read and follow the instructions on the product label carefully.
Wear appropriate protective clothing during handling and application.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
Store in a cool, dry place, away from children and animals.
Tricel Power is a powerful and versatile insecticide that offers broad-spectrum control and flexible application methods.20 It is a valuable tool for farmers seeking effective pest management solutions.
