What is Actara insecticide used for?

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.

What is Syngenta Actara insecticide technical name?

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

Which crops are suitable for Actara insecticide?

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.

How does Actara insecticide kill 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.

What is the recommended Actara insecticide dose per litre of water?

Actara insecticide can be used at a dosage range of: 0.2 to 0.4 g/litre of water 40-160 g in 160-400 liters of water per acre 3-6 g/15 liter spray pump Note: Refer to the label instructions for crop-specific dosages.

Is Actara insecticide harmful to beneficial insects?

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.

When is the right time to spray Actara insecticide?

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.

Can we mix Actara insecticide with other chemicals?

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

What is the price of Actara insecticide?

BigHaat offers the best prices for insecticides. Please visit BigHaat website or mobile app for discounted Actara insecticide price.

How to use Actara insecticide?

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.

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Actara Insecticide by Syngenta (Thiamethoxam 25% WG) for Sucking & Chewing Pests

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Thiamethoxam 25% WG

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Overview

Product Name	Actara Insecticide
Brand	Syngenta
Category	Insecticides
Technical Content	Thiamethoxam 25% WG
Classification	Chemical
Toxicity	Blue

Product Description

About Actara Insecticide

Actara Insecticide is a Syngenta product. It contains Thiamethoxam 25% WG. It is a broad-spectrum systemic insecticide with contact and stomach action.

Actara Insecticide is recommended in crops such as rice, cotton, mango, wheat, tea, tomato, brinjal, okra, mustard, potato, citrus, cumin and grapes. It works on stem borer, gall midge, leaf folder, brown plant hopper, white backed plant hopper, green leaf hopper, thrips, jassids, aphids, whiteflies, hoppers, mosquito bug, psyllids and mealy bug.

Actara Insecticide Technical Name

Thiamethoxam 25% WG

Product Specifications

Mode of Entry: Systemic, contact and stomach action
Mode of Action: Actara Insecticide is a broad-spectrum systemic insecticide with quick stomach and contact activity. It controls pests when they come in contact with the spray or feed on treated crop parts.
Time of Application: At initial pest appearance and at a crop specific stage.

Key Features & Benefits

Broad spectrum pest control: Controls several labelled pests including stem borer, leaf folder and sucking pests

Actara Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops

Crops	Target insect pests	Dosage / Acre	Dilution in water / Acre	Dosage / L of water	Waiting period
Rice (Paddy)	Stem borer, Gall midge, Leaf folder, White backed plant hopper, Brown plant hopper, Green leaf hopper, Thrips	40 g	200 to 300 L	0.13 to 0.20 g	14 days
Cotton	Jassid, Aphid, Thrips	40 g	200 to 300 L	0.13 to 0.20g	21 days
Cotton	Whitefly	80 g	200 to 300 L	0.27 to 0.4 g	21 days
Okra (Bhindi )	Jassid, Aphid, Whitefly	40 g	200 to 400 L	0.1 to 0.2 g	5 days
Mango	Hoppers	40 g	400 L	0.1 g	30 days
Wheat	Aphid	20 g	200 L	0.1 g	21 days
Mustard	Aphid	20 to 40 g	200 to 400 L	0.05 to 0.2 g	21 days
Tomato	Whitefly	80 g	200 L	0.4 g	5 days
Brinjal	Whitefly, Jassids	80 g	200 L	0.4 g	3 days
Tea	Mosquito bug	40 g	160 to 200 L	0.2 to 0.25 g	7 days
Potato	Aphids, Foliar application	40 g	200 L	0.2 g	77 days
Potato	Aphids, Soil drench	80 g	160 to 200 L	0.4 to 0.5 g	77 days
Citrus	Psylla	40 g	400 L	0.1 g	20 days
Rice Nursery, Soil drench	Green leaf hopper, Thrips, Whorl maggot	800 g	250 ml per sq. m	Not specified	86 days
Tomato, Soil drench	Whiteflies	160 g	200 L	0.8 g	5 days
Cumin	Aphids	40 g	200 L	0.2 g	5 days
Grapes, Soil drench	Mealy bug, Thrips, Flea beetle	160 g	200 ml per vine	As per vine treatment	10 days
Grapes, Foliar application	Mealy bug, Thrips, Flea beetle	40 g	400 L	0.1 g	15 days

Method of Application

Foliar Spray and Soil Drench: Use knapsack sprayer, foot sprayer, compression knapsack sprayer, compression knapsack battery sprayer, battery operated power sprayer and ASPEE HTP power sprayer for proper crop coverage. Use soil drench only where it is specifically mentioned in the recommendation.

Best Time to Spray

Mango: Hoppers – Apply first spray during initial pest appearance and repeat one or two sprays at 15 days interval depending on the level of pest intensity.

Potato:
Foliar application: Apply first spray during initial pest appearance and repeat 2–3 sprays at 10–15 days interval depending on the level of pest intensity.
Soil drench: Apply root zone before appearance of pest as soil drench, once during the crop season.
Cotton: Apply first spray at 25–30 DAS or at the time of first pest appearance and repeat 2–3 sprays at 15 days interval depending on the pest intensity.
Wheat: Apply first spray during initial pest appearance and repeat one or two sprays at 15 days interval depending on the level of pest intensity.
Tea: Apply first spray during initial pest appearance and repeat 2–3 sprays at 15–21 days interval depending on the level of pest intensity.
Tomato: Apply first spray during initial pest appearance and repeat 2–3 sprays at 10–15 days interval depending on the level of pest intensity.
Rice: One spray at 25–30 DAT in the early stage of the crop for control of early rice pests such as stem borer, gall midge and other pests. Other spray at the booting leaf stage (50 to 55 DAT) for control of late rice pests such as GLH, BPH, WBPH etc.
Brinjal: Apply first spray during initial pest appearance and repeat 2–3 sprays at 10–15 days interval depending on the level of pest intensity.
Okra: Apply first spray during initial pest appearance and repeat one or two sprays at 15 days interval depending on the level of pest intensity.
Mustard / Rapeseed: Apply first spray during initial pest appearance and repeat one or two sprays at 15 days interval depending on the level of pest intensity.

Compatibility, Safety & Storage

Tank Mix Compatibility

For field level use, consult an agronomist before tank mixing Actara Insecticide with other products.

Safety Precautions

Wear gloves, mask, full sleeve clothing, and safety goggles while spraying.
Do not spray on windy days to prevent spray drift.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling or applying the product.
Wash hands, face, and exposed skin thoroughly after spraying.
Keep out of reach of children, pets, and livestock.
Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
In case of accidental ingestion, inhalation, or eye exposure, seek immediate medical attention.
Do not spray during the active bee foraging period of the day.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, and well ventilated place away from direct sunlight, food, feed, fertilizers, and water sources. Keep the product in its original sealed container.

Actara Insecticide Expert Advice

“Syngenta Actara is an excellent systemic insecticide used for effective control of sucking pests and caterpillars in various crops. For best results, apply Actara at initial pest appearance or at the specified crop stage.”-BigHaat Agronomy Expert

Additional Information

Follow IRAC resistance management guidelines where applicable.
Avoid repeated applications of insecticides with the same mode of action.
Observe the recommended pre harvest interval and re entry interval.
Follow all crop specific recommendations mentioned on the product label.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.

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