Product Description:
AGROGENT (Fipronil 0.3% G) is an effective granular pesticide widely used in agricultural practices. It is specifically formulated to combat a range of pests that pose a threat to various crops. The granular formulation is designed for ease of application and optimal penetration into the soil, ensuring thorough pest control without significant harm to the surrounding ecosystem.
Active Ingredients:
The active ingredient in AGROGENT is Fipronil, present at a concentration of 0.3%. Fipronil is a broad-spectrum insecticide that disrupts the central nervous system of pests, leading to paralysis and subsequent elimination.
How to Use:
- Application Method: AGROGENT should be applied evenly across the target area using suitable applicators or spreaders for granular formulations.
- Dosage: Follow the recommended dosage provided on the product label or as per the instructions from an agricultural specialist. Avoid exceeding the prescribed concentration to prevent any adverse effects on the crops or the environment.
- Safety Measures: During the application, it is essential to use appropriate protective gear, such as gloves, masks, and full-sleeved clothing, to prevent direct contact with the product. It is advisable to handle the product with care and store it in a secure place away from the reach of children and animals.
Recommended Crop:
Recommended Crop | Recommended Pests | Central Insecticides Board(CIB) Dosage/ha | Water volume litre/ha |
Rice (Paddy) | Stem borer, Brown plant hopper, green leaf hopper Rice leaf hopper, Rice gall midge, Whorl maggot, White backed plant hopper | 16670- 25000 gm | |
Sugarcane | Early shoot borer, Root borer | 25000-33300 gm | |
Wheat | Termite | 20000 gm | |
Features of the Product
- AGROGENT functions as a broad-spectrum and systemic insecticide, showcasing both contact and stomach action.
- It falls under the phenyl-pyrazole group of insecticides.
- Effective against insects resistant to conventional pesticides, AGROGENT demonstrates high efficacy.
- MORTEL GR exhibits a positive Phytotonic effect, promoting enhanced root growth and increased greenness.
- Results in a significant boost in crop yield.
- Boasts versatile application and formulation options, ensuring ease of use. Simple application due to its granular formulation, allowing for easy broadcast on the standing crop
- Provides quick and long-lasting control over targeted pests.
- Treated insects experience a cessation of feeding shortly after application.
- Shows higher potency for binding with insect receptor complexes compared to mammalian complexes, ensuring selectivity for insects and safety for humans and animals.
- Exhibits longer persistency and greater solubility in water compared to other granules.
- AGROGENT is highly compatible with various other insecticides.
- Relatively safer for beneficial insects.
- No cross-resistance to conventional products.
- Well-suited for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices.
Method of Operation
- AGROGENT features a novel chemistry molecule, showcasing a distinctive mode of action.
- It disrupts nerve impulse transmission by inhibiting Gamma Amino Butyric Acid (GABA)-gated chloride channels in the central nervous system.
- The obstruction of chloride ion passage/uptake results in heightened neuronal stimulation.
- This hyperexcitation of nerves and muscles in insects ultimately leads to the demise of the target insect.
How and When to Apply
- The granule form of AGROGENT is ideally applied at the recommended dosage, either broadcasted alone or in conjunction with sand or fertilizer.
- Application methods include broadcasting with a hand-operated granule applicator or a mechanical dispenser.
- For paddy fields, apply within 15-25 days after transplanting, with the field containing 2-3 cm of standing water. Maintain water impoundment for 2-3 days during application.
- In sugarcane and wheat, ensure ample soil moisture during the application process
Safety Guidelines and Remedy
- It is advisable to uniformly broadcast the product.
- Refrain from mixing with bare hands.
- Wear safety equipment such as gloves, aprons, masks, etc., during application.
- Avoid smoking, drinking, eating, and chewing while spraying.
- Steer clear of contact with the mouth, eyes, and skin.
- Take a thorough bath after the application.
- In case of exposure, as there is no specific antidote known, treat symptoms accordingly.