"Tathastu" is an organic insecticide manufactured by Growtech Agri Science.1 Here's a breakdown of its key features and benefits:
Composition:
Tathastu is primarily based on:
Alkaloids: Naturally occurring organic compounds with insecticidal properties.2
Salts of unsaturated aliphatic carboxylic acids: These compounds also contribute to the product's insecticidal activity.3
Natural oils: These may enhance the product's effectiveness and help with its application.4
Mode of Action:
Contact and systemic: Tathastu works both through contact with the insect and by being absorbed into the plant's system, providing comprehensive protection.
Nervous system disruption: It acts on the nervous system of insects, blocking their respiratory system and leading to their death.5
Target Pests:
Tathastu is effective against a range of sucking pests, including:
Whiteflies: Tiny, winged insects that suck sap from plants and can transmit diseases.6
Aphids: Small, soft-bodied insects that also feed on plant sap.7
Jassids: Small, jumping insects that damage plants by sucking sap.8
Hoppers: Insects that can cause significant damage to crops by feeding on leaves and stems.9
Benefits:
Organic: Made with naturally derived ingredients, making it a safer alternative to synthetic pesticides.
Broad-spectrum control: Effective against various sucking pests that commonly infest crops.10
Safe for plants: It does not harm the plants or affect the quality of the crop.11
Environmentally friendly: It has a lower environmental impact compared to synthetic pesticides.
Applications:
Tathastu can be used on a wide range of crops, including:
Cotton: For controlling whiteflies, jassids, and other sucking pests.12
Vegetables: Effective on crops like chillies, tomatoes, brinjal, cabbage, cauliflower, and more.13
Fruits: Can be used on various fruit crops to control pests.14
Flowers: Helps protect flower crops from damaging insects.15
Important Note:
Dosage: The recommended dosage is 1 to 1.25 ml per liter of water.16
Compatibility: Tathastu is compatible with most chemical fertilizers.17
Always read the label: Before using Tathastu or any pesticide, always read and follow the instructions on the product label carefully.
If you have any further questions about Tathastu, you can contact Growtech Agri Science or consult with a local agricultural expert.
