Mahindra Summit Mahamectin is an advanced insecticide formulated with Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG, designed to provide excellent control over lepidopteran pests like Heliothis and Spodoptera. Its unique mode of action disrupts nerve signal transmission in target insects, stopping feeding within 2 hours and causing death within 48-72 hours. The product remains effective even after rainfall, ensuring prolonged protection.

Technical Content:

• Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG

Mode of Action:

Mahamectin is unique for lepidoptera control which is called Chloride channel activation, Increased flow of chloride ion into the nerve cell. results in hyperpolarization, elimination of signal transmission and paralyzed insects muscles which stops feeding in just 2 hours after ingestion and death occurs in 48 to 72 hours.

Features & Benefits:

• The active ingredient penetrates leaf tissues and form a toxic reservoir within the treated leaves.

• This toxic reservoir provides excellent residual activity against foliage feeding caterpillar.

• Gives simultaneous control on Heliothis and Spodoptera.

• Its rain-fastness action prevents the washing away of the product from the leaf surface even if it rains 4 hours after the application.

• It is safer to beneficial insects like predator and parasites.

Target Pests:

• Heliothis (Helicoverpa spp.)

• Spodoptera (Armyworm, Cutworm, Leaf-Eating Caterpillars)

Recommended Crops:

• Cotton

• Pigeon Pea (Tur)

• Chickpea (Gram)

• Tomato

• Okra

• Cabbage & Cauliflower

• Brinjal

• Soybean

• Tea

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