Keefun Insecticide

About Product

• KEEFUN is an insecticide produced by PI Industries and it is designed to control a wide range of insect pests.
• It works as a broad-spectrum solution for both sucking pests and chewing & biting pests, making it a versatile option for crop protection.
• By providing swift and robust control of target pests, Keefun contributes to the cultivation of a healthy crop.

Technical Details

• Technical Content: Tolfenpyrad 15% EC
• Mode of Entry: Contact
• Mode of Action: Its mode of action is as a Mitochondrial Electron Transfer Inhibitor (METI), which acts through contact and ingestion, inhibiting the electron transport chain in the mitochondria of the cell. This leads to the cessation of energy production in the cell, resulting in the death of the target pest.

Key Features and Benefits

• KEEFUN exhibits a broad spectrum of activity, proving to be highly effective against a wide array of pests, including those that suck, chew, and bite, such as the Diamond Back Moth. This makes Keefun a versatile solution for targeting multiple pests simultaneously, thereby reducing the overall cost of crop protection.
• helps in mitigating the development of resistance among pests.
• It is particularly potent against insects that have developed resistance to other insecticides, offering growers a reliable alternative.
• The anti-feedant properties of Keefun ensure that pests cease feeding almost immediately upon exposure, contributing to its effectiveness.
• KEEFUN’simpact spans various developmental stages of pests, from eggs to larvae/nymphs and adults, ensuring comprehensive control.

Usage and Crops

Recommended Crops: Cabbage, Okra, Cotton, Chili, Mango, Cumin, Onion
Dosage: 2 ml/ 1L of water & 400 ml / Acre

Target Pests 

• Sucking pests- jassids, thrips, aphids, hoppers, bugs, Scale insects, psylla, leaf miner and mites 
• Chewing and biting pests - Diamond Back Moth or DBM, Tobacco caterpillar (Spodoptera) and borer 

Method of Application: Foliar Spray 

• For effective results, Keefun should be used at the initial stage of the crop and insect. 
• Ensure thorough and uniform coverage. 
• Rotate with insecticide of different mode of action to avoid resistance development. 
• Avoid spray of keefun if the rains are expected earlier than 6 hours. 
• Ensure thorough coverage – KEEFUN is contact insecticide hence thorough coverage of plant canopy is very important. 
• Always use 200 ltr of water or more water depending on crop canopy for application on one acre of the area. 

Additional Information

• KEEFUN is globally recognized for its efficacy against an extensive range of insect pests and even certain fungal diseases.
• No specific antidote is known. Treat symptomatically.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.