IFFCO EGAO Insecticide – Emamectin Benzoate for Effective Pest Control
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Frequently Asked Questions
IFFCO EGAO is a broad-spectrum insecticide used to control various insects that damage the crops. It controls insects like thrips, pod borer, bollworms, tea loopers, diamondback moths, fruit & shoot borer, fruit borer, and mites.
EGAO insecticide contains Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG that acts through contact and stomach action.
EGAO insecticide can be used for grapes, red gram, cotton, chickpea, tea, cabbage, brinjal, okra, and chilli for controlling sucking and chewing insects.
The active ingredient of EGAO insecticide, when comes in contact with the insects, causes insect muscle contraction, stops insect feeding, paralyzes the nervous system and causes death of the destructive insects. It also destroys insect eggs.
EGAO insecticide can be used at a dosage range of
• 0.3-0.44 g/litre
• 60-88 g in 200 litres of water per acre
• 4.5-6.6 g/15 litre pump.
Refer to the label instructions for crop specific dosages.
No. EGAO insecticide is safe for beneficial insects and pollinators, thus recommended for integrated pest management.
Choose a non-windy or no-rain day to apply EGAO insecticide to avoid drifting and washing away. Cooler hours of the day, like early morning or late afternoon, are ideal for spraying. Spray as soon as the insect attack is spotted.
EGAO 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 EGAO insecticide. Two successive sprays are recommended, first soon after the infestation while the second spray can be taken after 7 days. Use a high-volume knapsack sprayer to get effective coverage.