Crops

Target Pests/Diseases

Dosage (kg/ha)

Vegetables

Caterpillars and other chewing pests

0.5 – 1.0

Fruits

Chewing pests

0.5 – 1.0

Field Crops

General chewing insect management

0.5 – 1.0

Defcon

Diafenthiuron 50% WP

Diafenthiuron 50% WP is a thiourea insecticide formulated as a wettable powder. It is effective against a wide range of chewing pests and is used in diverse cropping systems to provide rapid pest suppression and extended control.

Features:

  • Broad-Spectrum Control: Effectively suppresses chewing pests across various crops.
  • Rapid Action: Provides fast knockdown of target pests.
  • Residual Protection: Offers sustained control to reduce the need for frequent applications.
  • Versatile Application: Suitable for a range of crops under different field conditions.

Mode of Action:
Interferes with critical metabolic processes in insect cells, leading to rapid paralysis and death.

Antidote:
No specific antidote is available; immediate decontamination and supportive care are recommended in cases of exposure.