Syngenta Pegasus is a broad-spectrum insecticide that also acts as a miticide and kills sucking pests such as thrips, aphids, and jassids. This insecticide contains an active component that disrupts energy production in the pests, which results in paralysis or death.
Syngenta Pegasus insecticide works through contact and stomach action and offers a quick knockdown of the pests. Syngenta Pegasus insecticide ensures long-lasting protection for the crops through translaminar activity.
Key Features and Benefits:
Broad Pest Control: Syngenta Pegasus insecticide helps control whiteflies, mites, thrips, aphids, jassids, and diamondback moth.
Targets Hidden Pests: This insecticide covers all parts of the crops and targets hidden pests under the leaves of the crops.
Stop-Feeding Action: Syngenta Pegasus insecticide quickly stops feeding activity after pest exposure and protects crops from damage.
Resistance Management: Syngenta Pegasus insecticide offers a different mode of action, preventing pests from developing resistance to the product.
Pegasus Insecticide Uses:
Cotton: Thrips, aphids, whiteflies, and jassids.
Cabbage: Diamondback moth.
Chilli: Mites.
Brinjal: Whitefly.
Cardamom: Thrips and capsule borer.
Watermelon: Whiteflies and red spider mites.
Okra: Whiteflies, red spider mites, and jassids.
Tomato: Whiteflies and spider mites.
Pegasus Insecticide Dose Per Liter:
The Pegasus insecticide dose per litre is generally 1.2 ml per litre for several registered crops, based on the official recommendation of 600 ml formulation per hectare in 500-1000 litres of water. The exact spray volume depends on the crop.
Crop | Target Pest | Dose / Acre | Per 15 L Pump | Application Method | PHI |
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Cotton | Thrips, aphids, whiteflies, jassids | 240 ml | 18 ml | Foliar Spray | 21 days |
Cabbage | Diamondback moth | 240 ml | 18 ml | Foliar Spray | 7 days |
Chilli | Mites | 240 ml | 18 ml | Foliar Spray | 3 days |
Brinjal | Whitefly | 240 ml | 18 ml | Foliar Spray | 3 days |
Cardamom | Thrips, capsule borer | 320 ml | 12 ml | Foliar Spray | 7 days |
Watermelon | Whiteflies, red spider mites | 240 ml | 18 ml | Foliar Spray | 5 days |
Okra | Whiteflies, red spider mites, jassids | 240 ml | 18 ml | Foliar Spray | 5 days |
Tomato | Whiteflies, spider mites | 240 ml | 18 ml | Foliar Spray | 5 days |
The crop-wise doses and PHI values above are based on the Syngenta Pegasus 50 WP product recommendation.
How to Use Syngenta Pegasus:
Measure the required Syngenta Pegasus quantity.
Make a smooth slurry with a small amount of water.
Add the mixture to the spray tank.
Add the remaining water while stirring.
Spray uniformly over the crop canopy.
Ensure good coverage of the leaves, especially areas where pests are present.
Best Time to Apply:
Apply Syngenta Pegasus insecticide when the target pest appears or reaches the recommended treatment level. For crops such as tomato, Syngenta recommends preventive use against whitefly when the population is below the economic threshold level.
Frequency of Application and Compatibility:
Follow the crop-specific recommendation for Syngenta Pegasus.
Avoid unnecessary repeated applications.
Rotate insecticides with different modes of action for resistance management.
Check compatibility before tank mixing Pegasus insecticide with other products.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Safety Precautions and Handling:
Wear gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and a suitable mask.
Avoid direct contact with Pegasus insecticide and spray solution.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during handling.
Avoid inhaling spray mist.
Keep children and animals away during application.
Wash hands and exposed skin after spraying.
Storage Instructions:
Store Syngenta Pegasus insecticide in its original sealed container.
Keep it in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.
Protect the product from direct sunlight and moisture.
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 Pegasus |
Category | Insecticide |
Pegasus Insecticide Technical Name | Diafenthiuron 50% WP |
Formulation | Wettable Powder |
Recommended Crops | Cotton, Cabbage, Chilli, Brinjal, Cardamom, Watermelon, Okra, Tomato |
Application Method | Foliar Spray |
Pegasus Insecticide Dose Per Litre | 1.2 ml/L |
General Dose | 240 ml/acre |
Package Size Available | 25 gm, 250 gm, 500 gm |
PHI | 7 to 21 days |
Per 15 L Pump | 18 ml |
Mode of Action | Contact, Translaminar, and Vapor Action |
IRAC Group | 12A |
