Actara is a broad-spectrum systemic insecticide used to control insects that cause damage to crops. It controls insects like aphids, tea mosquito bug, whiteflies, jassids, thrips, and leafhoppers, stem borer, gall midge, leaf folder, brown plant hopper, green leaf hopper, and white backed plant hopper.

Actara insecticide consists of Thiamethoxam 25% WG as water soluble granules. It controls insects through systemic action.

Actara insecticide is recommended to be used for cereals like paddy and wheat, fruit crops like mango, and citrus, vegetables like potato, tomato, brinjal, and okra, and other crops like cotton, tea, mustard, as well as cumin for controlling sucking and chewing insects.

Actara insecticide acts by systemic action. The active ingredient Thiamethoxam acts rapidly after application. It interferes with the central nervous system of the insects resulting in paralysis and death.

Yes, Actara syngenta insecticide can be harmful to beneficial insects if applied incorrectly. Since it is a broad-spectrum insecticide, it may affect pollinators. To reduce the risk of harming beneficial insects, it is advisable to spray during early morning or late afternoon.

Choose a non-windy or no-rain day to apply Actara to avoid drifting and washing away. Cooler hours of the day, like early morning or late afternoon, are ideal for spraying. It is advised to spray Actara as soon as the insect attack is spotted.

Actara can be mixed with some compatible chemicals. But it is recommended to seek expert advice or follow label claims.

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To get the best results, mix a spreader or sticker (adjuvant) with Actara. Two successive sprays are recommended first soon after the infestation while the second spray can be taken after 10-15 days. Use a high-volume knapsack sprayer to get effective coverage.