Frequently Asked Questions
Matador is a broad-spectrum insecticide used to control various insects that damage the crops. It controls insects like bollworm, stem borer, leaf folder, fruit & shoot borer, fruit borer, thrips, flea beetle, pod borer, stem fly, semilooper, shoot & capsule borer, and hoppers.
Syngenta Matador Insecticide contains Lambda Cyhalothrin 5 % EC that acts through contact and stomach action.
Matador Syngenta can be used for cotton, paddy, brinjal, okra, tomato, grapes, chilli, soybean, cardamom, pomegranate, and mango for controlling sucking and chewing insects.
The active ingredient of Matador Insecticide, when comes in contact with the insects, paralyses the nervous system and cause death of the destructive insects.
Matador Insecticide can be used at a dosage range of
• 0.4-0.8 ml/litre
• 100-200 ml in 150-300 litres of water per acre
• 6-12 ml/15 litre pump.
Refer to the label instructions for crop specific dosages.
Yes, Matador 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 Matador Syngenta 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 Matador as soon as the insect attack is spotted.
Matador 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 Matador Insecticide. Use a high-volume knapsack sprayer to get effective coverage.