Frequently Asked Questions
Benevia is a broad-spectrum insecticide used to control various insects that damage the crops. It controls insects like thrips, flea beetle, pomegranate butterfly, whiteflies, aphids, diamondback moth, tobacco caterpillar, mustard aphid, cabbage aphid, fruit borer, leaf miner, red pumpkin beetle, pumpkin caterpillar, fruit fly, and fruit & shoot borer.
Benevia insecticide consists of Cyantraniliprole 10.26% OD that works through both contact and systemic action.
Benevia insecticide is recommended to be used for fruits like pomegranate and grapes as well as crops like cotton, tomato, cabbage, brinjal, okra, and chilli for controlling a wide range of sucking and chewing insects.
Benevia insecticide acts through contact and systemic action. The main ingredient of Benevia impacts muscle functioning in insects affecting their feeding, movement and reproduction. It also kills insects by paralyzing them.
Benevia insecticide can be used at a dosage range of:
- 0.7-1.8 ml/liter of water
- 240-360 ml in 200-400 liters of water per acre
- 10.5-27 ml/15 liter spray pump
Note: Refer to the label instructions for crop-specific dosages.
Yes, Benevia 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 Benevia 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 Benevia as soon as the insect attack is spotted.
Benevia 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 Benevia. Two successive sprays are recommended first soon after the infestation while the second spray can be taken after 14 days. Use a high-volume knapsack sprayer to get effective coverage.