Starthene Insecticide

About Product

• Starthene Insecticide is a contact organophosphate insecticide that effectively controls sucking and biting insects.
• It is a water-soluble insecticide readily absorbed by plant roots and foliage to give systemic control of feeding insects
• Starthene exhibits quick knockdown and ovicidal action on target pests.
• It has a rapid and long-lasting effect.

Starthene Insecticide Technical Details

• Technical Content: Acephate 75% SP
• Mode of Entry: Contact & Stomach action
• Mode of Action: Starthene, which contains Acephate 75% SP, is effective when it comes into direct contact with the pests or when the pests consume the treated plant material. Acephate binds and inhibits the enzyme acetylcholinesterase (AChE) in nervous system tissues of insects and turns their bodies into a chemical called methamidophos, thereby controlling a variety of pests.

Key Features & Benefits

• Starthene Insecticide is a broad-spectrum insecticide.
• It primarily controls Aphids, leaf miners, caterpillars, leafhoppers, sawflies, thrips, cutworms and spider mites.
• It persists for about 10 - 21 days at the recommended use rate with residual systemic activity.
• It is a water-soluble insecticide readily absorbed by plant roots and foliage to give control of feeding insects.
• Starthene is highly economical and user friendly

Starthene Insecticide Usage & Crops

• Recommended Crops: cotton, paddy, and vegetables
• Target Pests: Jassids, Aphids, Thrips, Whitefly, Leaf minor, Mealy bug, and BPH, GLH, Stem borer, Leaf folder, and Bollworm
• Dosage: 350 - 500 gm/ Acre
• Method of Application: Foliar Spray and Seed Treatment

Additional Information

• Starthene Insecticide does not bioaccumulate and is less toxic to mammals.

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