IFFCO EGAO Insecticide – Emamectin Benzoate for Effective Pest Control

About Egao Insecticide

• EGAO Insecticide belongs to the avermectin group of insecticides.
• Recommended on various crops for control of caterpillars and Thrips.
• EGAO is primarily a stomach insecticide also having trans-laminar movement.
• It is highly effective for controlling all stages of larva and on resistant pest species.

EGAO Insecticide Technical Details

• Technical Name: Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG
• Mode of Entry: Stomach and Contact action
• Mode of Action: EGAO due to its translaminar activity penetrates leaf tissues and forms a reservoir within the leaf. It inhibits muscle contraction, causing a continuous flow of chlorine ions in the GABA and H-Glutamate receptor sites. Affected larvae become paralyzed and stop feeding shortly after exposure to Insecticide and subsequently die after 2-4 days.

Key Features & Benefits

• EGAO Insecticide is a water-soluble granular insecticide formulation used at very low dosages.
• EGAO has strong translaminar action and has ability to kill hidden pests under the surface of the leaves.
• Caterpillars stop causing damage to crop after 2 hours of the application.
• EGAO has a rain-fastness of approximately 4 hours.
• Safe product for the environment and beneficial insects and due to ovicidal action, best for IPM.

EGAO Insecticide Usage & Crops

• Recommendations:

• Method of Application: Foliar spray

Additional Information:

• EGAO Insecticide is compatible with all other insecticides.

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