• Active Ingredient: Fipronil 5% SC
• Formulation: Suspension Concentrate (SC)
• Mode of Action: Inhibits GABA-gated chloride channels in insect nervous system, causing paralysis and death
• Action Type: Systemic and contact insecticide
• Target Pests: Stem borers, brown plant hopper, green leaf hopper, rice gall midge, white-backed plant hopper, diamondback moth, thrips, aphids, fruit borer, early shoot borer, whitefly, bollworms
• Recommended Crops: Paddy (rice), cabbage, chilli, sugarcane, cotton, tomato, brinjal, okra, citrus, grapes, pomegranates
• Dosage: 2 ml per liter of water or 400-600 ml per acre spray
• Application: Foliar spray using knapsack or tractor-mounted sprayers
• Packaging: Available typically in 250 and 500 ml bottles
• Benefits: Preventive and curative pest control with long residual effect, safe for beneficial insects when used as recommended
• Suitable for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs

Features

• Broad spectrum insecticide effective against a wide range of pests including stem borers, thrips, aphids, whiteflies, and termites
• Systemic action allows absorption by plants, providing internal protection against pests
• Long residual efficacy reduces the frequency of applications
• Dual mode of action: contact and ingestion toxicant disrupting insect nervous system
• Enhances plant growth and crop yield through effective pest management
• Ideal for use in crops like rice, sugarcane, cotton, chilli, cabbage, and vegetables
• Compatible with integrated pest management (IPM) programs
• Water-soluble concentrate formulation for easy mixing and application
• Cost-effective with low dosage requirements for high efficacy
• Safe for beneficial insects when used as directed

Applications

• Cash Crops: Cotton, tea, and sugarcane; Vegetables: Tomato, brinjal, and okra; Fruits: Citrus, grapes, and pomegranates.

Usage

• Mix 2 ml of Fipro guard per liter of water for foliar spray applications, or use 30 ml per 15-liter pump or 300 ml per acre spray.
• Apply as a thorough foliar spray ensuring even coverage over the crop canopy, especially on undersides of leaves where pests often hide.
• Spray during early pest infestation stages for maximum preventive and curative effect.
• Apply preferably during early morning or late afternoon to minimize volatilization and increase absorption.
• Use protective clothing and gloves during mixing and spraying to avoid exposure.
• Avoid spraying during high pollinator activity to protect beneficial insects.
• Follow recommended spray intervals and dosages to prevent pest resistance development.
• Store unused product safely, away from children and animals, and do not contaminate water sources.