Frequently Asked Questions
Karate is a broad-spectrum insecticide used to control various insects that damage the crops. It controls insects like jassids, thrips, bollworm, whitefly, fruit borer, mango hoppers, stem borer, and leaf folder.
Karate insecticide contains Lambda-cyhalothrin 5% EC that acts through contact and stomach action.
Karate Syngenta insecticide can be used for cotton, paddy, mango, okra, brinjal, and gram for controlling sucking and chewing insects.
The active ingredients of Karate insecticide when come in contact with the insects, disrupts the insect nervous system leading to paralysis and death of the destructive insects.
Karate insecticide can be used at a dosage range of:
- 1-1.65 ml/litre
- 200-330 ml in 200 litres of water per acre
- 15-24.75 ml/15 litre pump.
Note: Refer to the label instructions for crop-specific dosages.
Yes, Karate 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 Karate 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 Karate as soon as the insect attack is spotted.
Karate 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 Karate insecticide. Two-three successive sprays are recommended first soon after the infestation while the second and third sprays can be taken at an interval 10-15 days. Use a high-volume knapsack sprayer to get effective coverage.