Frequently Asked Questions
Dhanuka Dhanvan-20 is a broad-spectrum insecticide used to control various lepidopteran and sucking insects that damage the crops. It controls insects like paddy hispa, gall midge, stem borer, whorl maggot, leaf roller, pod borer, black bug, cut worm, early shoot & stalk borer, pyrilla, aphids, bollworm, whitefly, root grub, shoot & fruit borer, diamondback moth, and black aphids.
Dhanvan-20 insecticide contains Chlorpyriphos 20% EC that acts through contact, stomach and respiratory action.
Dhanvan-20 (Chlorpyriphos 20% EC) insecticide can be used for paddy, beans, gram, sugarcane, cotton, groundnut, mustard, brinjal, cabbage, onion, apple, berm and citrus for controlling sucking and chewing insects.
Dhanvan-20 insecticide kills insects upon contact. The active ingredient in Dhanvan-20 interferes with the insect nervous system and impacts neurotransmission that results in death of destructive insects.
Dhanvan-20 insecticide can be used at a dosage range of
• 1-5 ml/litre
• 200-2000 ml in 200-800 litres of water per acre
• 15-75 ml/15 litre pump.
Refer to the label instructions for crop specific dosages.
Yes, Dhanvan-20 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 Dhanvan-20 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 it as soon as the insect attack is spotted.
Dhanvan-20 (Chlorpyriphos 20% EC) can be mixed with some compatible chemicals. But it is recommended to seek expert advice or follow label claims.
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Dhanvan-20 insecticide can be applied through spray, soil drenching, and seed treatment. For foliar spray, to get the best results, mix a spreader or sticker (adjuvant) with Dhanvan-20 insecticide. Use a high-volume knapsack sprayer to get effective coverage.