IRMA INSECTICIDE

About Product

• Irma is a broad-spectrum insecticide from Best Agrolife Limited
• Irma Insecticide is formulated with emamectin benzoate which is a macrocyclic lactone insecticide.
• It has both contact and stomach action.
• It has long residual activity.

Irma Insecticide Technical Details

• Technical Name: Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG
• Mode of Action: Irma acts on nerve cells to suppress muscle contraction. The insect gets paralyzed and stops feeding within hours of ingesting it, thus prevents subsequent crop damage. Irma is a stomach action and should be ingested by the large to be most effective. Affected larvae become paralyzed and stop feeding shortly after exposure to Irma and subsequently die after 2-4 days.
• Emamectin is a derivative of abamectin produced by the fermentation of oil actinomycetes, streptomyces and avermitilis.

Key Features & Benefits

• Irma Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG effectively controls a wide range of insect pests, providing comprehensive protection for various crops.
• It exhibits both contact and stomach action, targeting pests through both direct contact and ingestion.
• It provides long-lasting residual protection, safeguarding crops from pest infestation for an extended period.
• It is relatively non-toxic to beneficial insects, making it a valuable tool for integrated pest management (IPM) programs.
• It is recommended for use on a variety of crops at all stages of growth.

Irma Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG Usage & Crops

• Recommendations:

Recommended Crops	Targeted Pest	Dosage / Acre
		Formulation (g)	Dilution in Water (L)
Grapes	Thrips	88	200-400
Redgram	Pod Borer	88	200-300
Cotton	Bollworms	76-88	200
Cabbage	Diamondback Moth	60-88	200
Chickpea	Pod Borer	88	200
Brinjal	Fruit & Shoot Borer	80	200
Okra	Fruit & Shoot Borer	54-68	200
Chili	Fruit Borer, Thrips, Mites	80	200
Tea	Tea Looper	80	200

• Method of Application: Foliar spray

Additional Information

• Irma Insecticide, containing Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG, is generally compatible with many other agrochemicals. However, it’s always best to perform a small-scale compatibility test before mixing it with other products.

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