Frequently Asked Questions
Media is a broad-spectrum insecticide used to control various insects that damage the crops. It controls insects like brown plant hopper, green leaf hopper, aphids, jassids, thrips, termite, psylla, leaf miner, flea beetle, hopper, whitefly, and tea mosquito bug.
Dhanuka Media insecticide contains Imidacloprid 17.8% SL as its main ingredient. It acts through systemic mode of action to control various sucking insects.
Media dhanuka insecticide is recommended to be used for cotton, okra, tomato, chilli, paddy, sugarcane, groundnut, sunflower, citrus, grapes, and mango.
Media insecticide can be used at a dosage range of:
- 60-120 ml in 200 liters of water per acre
- Termites: 1.5-2 ml/liter of water on sugarcane setts while planting
- Tea: 2.5 ml/liter of water
- Tree crops: 2-4 ml/10 liters of water/tree
Note: Refer to the label instructions for crop-specific dosages.
Media insecticide works by systemic action. The active ingredient present in Media moves systemically through the plant system and interferes with the insect nervous system. This results in nervous system dysfunction and leads to the death of the target insect.
Yes, Media 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 Media 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 Media as soon as the insect attack is spotted.
Media 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 Media insecticide. Two successive sprays are recommended first soon after the infestation while the second spray can be taken after 10-15 days. Use a high-volume knapsack sprayer to get effective coverage.