Syngenta Actara is a systemic insecticide that controls sucking and chewing pests like aphids, jassids, and thrips on various crops. Syngenta Actara insecticide is absorbed by the leaves of the crops and translocates to all parts through the vascular system.
Actara insecticide eliminates pests quickly by disrupting their nervous system and provides continuous protection to the new growth of the crops. The Wettable Granular (WG) formulation of this insecticide is easy to mix and apply with the help of a foliar spray.
Key Features and Benefits:
Quick Knockdown: Syngenta Actara insecticide works quickly after some hours of application and prevents further damage.
Flexible Application: This insecticide can be used as a preventive and curative application, making it flexible for farmers.
Residual Action: Syngenta Actara insecticide has residual activity, making it last for a longer period.
Cost-effective: Syngenta Actara insecticide works effectively even with a relatively low application rate.
Actara Insecticide Uses:
Actara insecticide uses include controlling sucking pests in recommended crops.
Cotton: Aphids, jassids, and whiteflies
Tomato: Aphids, jassids, and whiteflies
Chilli: Aphids, jassids, and whiteflies
Syngenta also lists Actara for foliar and soil pest control across multiple crops.
Actara Insecticide Dose:
The Syngenta Actara insecticide dose depends on the crop and target pest. For tomato, Syngenta lists 40 g/acre for aphid, jassid, and whitefly control.
Crop | Target Pest | Dose / Acre | Per 15 L Pump | PHI |
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Tomato | Aphid, Jassid, Whitefly | 40 g | 3 g | 5 days |
Cotton | Aphid, Jassid, Thrips, Whitefly | 40 g | 3 g | 21 days |
How to Use Syngenta Actara:
Measure the required Syngenta Actara quantity.
Fill the spray tank partly with clean water.
Add the required Thiamethoxam 25% WG and mix well.
Add the remaining water while stirring.
Spray evenly over the crop foliage.
Ensure good coverage of affected plant parts.
Follow the crop-specific label dose.
Best Time to Apply:
Apply Syngenta Actara insecticide when the target sucking pests appear or reach the recommended treatment level. Early application helps prevent pest populations from becoming heavy.
Frequency of Application and Compatibility:
Follow the crop-specific recommendation for Syngenta Actara.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Avoid unnecessary repeated applications.
Rotate insecticides with different modes of action for resistance management.
Check compatibility before tank mixing Actara with other products.
Safety Precautions and Handling:
Wear gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and a suitable mask.
Avoid direct contact with Actara insecticide and spray solution.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling the product.
Avoid inhaling spray mist.
Keep children and animals away during application.
Wash hands and exposed skin after spraying.
Storage Instructions:
Store Syngenta Actara insecticide in its original sealed container.
Keep it in a cool, dry place.
Protect the product from moisture and direct sunlight.
Keep away from food, animal feed, and drinking water.
Store out of reach of children and animals.
Product Specification:
Specification | Details |
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Product Name | Syngenta Actara insecticide |
Category | Insecticide |
Actara Insecticide Technical Name | Thiamethoxam 25% WG |
Formulation | Water Dispersible Granules |
Chemical Group | Neonicotinoid |
Application Method | Foliar / Soil Application |
Target Pests | Sucking Pests |
Recommended Crops | Tomato, Cotton |
Pack Sizes | 5 gm, 100 gm, 250 gm, 500 gm, 1 kg |
Dose | Crop-specific |
Action | Systemic |
