
Coragen Insecticide – Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC – Safe, Effective Pest Control
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Frequently Asked Questions
Coragen is a broad-spectrum insecticide used to control various insects that damage the crops. It controls insects like stem borer, leaf folder, termite, top borer, early shoot borer, green semilooper, girdle beetle, stem fly, pod borer, spotted stem borer, pink stem borer, fall armyworm, tobacco caterpillar, American bollworm, diamondback moth, pod fly, and leaf caterpillar.
Coragen insecticide consists of Chlorantraniliprole 18.5 % W/W that kills chewing insects through both contact and systemic action.
Coragen insecticide is recommended to use for paddy, sugarcane, soybean, bengal gram, maize, groundnut, cotton, cabbage, tomato, chilli, brinjal, red gram, black gram, bitter gourd, and okra for controlling wide range of lepidopteran insects and few flies and beetles.
The active ingredient in Coragen, when comes in contact with the insects, acts with an unique mode of action by activating intracellular calcium channels that contribute to muscle functioning. This disrupts normal muscle functioning in insects and leads to their death.
Coragen insecticide is can be used at a dosage range of:
- 0.2-0.6 ml/liter of water
- 40-120 ml in 200 liters of water per acre
- 3-9 ml/15 liter pump
Note: Refer to the label instructions for crop-specific dosages.
Yes, Coragen 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 Coragen insecticide 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 Coragen as soon as the insect attack is spotted.
Coragen 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 Coragen insecticide. Two-three successive sprays are recommended first soon after the infestation while the subsequent sprays can be taken after 10-15 days. Use a high-volume knapsack sprayer to get effective coverage.