Frequently Asked Questions
Tafaban is a broad-spectrum insecticide used to control various insects that damage the crops. It controls insects like paddy hispa, leaf folder, gall midge, yellow stem borer, whorl maggot, black bug, early shoot & stalk borer, aphid, bollworm, whitefly, cutworm, root grub, and termites.
Tafaban insecticide contains Chlorpyriphos 20% EC that acts through contact, stomach, and fumigant action.
Tata Tafaban Insecticide can be used for paddy, sugarcane, cotton, groundnut, wheat, and sugarcane for controlling sucking and chewing insects.
The active ingredient of Tafaban insecticide, when comes in contact with the insects, paralyzes the nervous system and causes death of the destructive insects.
Tafaban insecticide can be used at a dosage range of
• 2 ml/litre
• 400 ml in 200 litres of water per acre
• 30 ml/15 litre pump.
Refer to the label instructions for crop specific dosages.
Yes, Tafaban 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 Tafaban 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 Tafaban as soon as the insect attack is spotted.
Tafaban (Chlorpyriphos 20% EC) 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 Tafaban insecticide. Two successive sprays are recommended first soon after the infestation while the second spray can be taken after 7-10 days. Use a high-volume knapsack sprayer to get effective coverage.