Alecto Insecticide – Broflanilide 20% SC

Indofil Alecto Insecticide – Broflanilide 20% SC

Alecto Insecticide is a modern crop protection solution containing Broflanilide 20% SC, a meta-diamide insecticide designed for the management of important insect pests. It works through contact and ingestion action and also provides translaminar movement, helping the active ingredient reach pests on treated plant surfaces.

Alecto is suitable for crops such as chilli, brinjal, cabbage, and okra, where pests such as fruit borers, shoot borers, thrips, jassids, tobacco caterpillars, and diamondback moth can affect crop growth and yield.

Product Overview

Key Benefits

• Controls major insect pests: Helps manage fruit borers, shoot borers, thrips, jassids and caterpillar pests.
• Contact and ingestion action: Works through more than one route of exposure.
• Translaminar activity: Helps the product move through treated leaf surfaces.
• Advanced chemistry: Broflanilide belongs to the meta-diamide insecticide group.
• Useful across vegetables: Recommended for chilli, brinjal, cabbage and okra as per the provided crop recommendations.
• Helps protect crop growth: Timely pest management can reduce damage to leaves, shoots and fruits.
• Suitable for integrated pest management: Can be incorporated into a broader pest management program following label directions.

Why Choose Alecto Insecticide?

• Contains Broflanilide 20% SC.
• Provides contact and ingestion activity against target pests.
• Offers translaminar movement for better coverage.
• Useful for managing important chewing and sucking pests.
• Suitable for chilli, brinjal, cabbage, and okra.
• Helps manage difficult insect infestations when used correctly.
• SC formulation is convenient for foliar application.
• Can be included in a planned crop pest management program.

Mode of Action

Alecto contains Broflanilide 20% SC.

It works through contact and ingestion action and affects the insect's nervous system by interacting with GABA receptors. This disrupts normal nerve function and eventually leads to pest death.

Its translaminar movement also helps provide protection within treated plant surfaces.

Technical Composition

Recommended Crops & Dosage

Crop Stage

• Apply when the target pests first appear.
• Use at the appropriate crop growth stage based on pest infestation.
• Monitor the crop regularly for early signs of pest activity.
• Ensure good spray coverage of the crop canopy.
• Follow the product label for the correct timing and application interval.

Application Method

• Use Alecto as a foliar spray.
• Apply when pest infestation is observed.
• Mix the recommended quantity with clean water.
• Ensure uniform coverage of leaves and crop canopy.
• Do not exceed the recommended dose.
• Always verify the current product label and leaflet before application.

Important: Farmers should follow the approved product label and local agricultural recommendations before spraying.

Why Farmers May Prefer Alecto

Alecto can be considered when farmers need a modern insecticide for managing important boring, chewing and sucking pests in vegetable crops. Its Broflanilide formulation provides contact and ingestion activity along with translaminar movement.

For better results, farmers should combine timely pest monitoring with correct spraying practices rather than relying only on repeated insecticide applications.

Safety Precautions

• Read the product label carefully before use.
• Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and other recommended PPE during mixing and spraying.
• Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
• Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling the product.
• Avoid inhaling spray mist.
• Keep children and animals away from the spray area.
• Do not spray against label recommendations.
• Follow the recommended waiting period and application instructions.
• Dispose of empty containers according to local regulations.
• Do not contaminate ponds, streams or other water sources.

Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.
• Keep the container tightly closed.
• Keep away from food, animal feed and drinking water.
• Keep out of reach of children and animals.
• Protect the product from excessive heat and direct sunlight.
• Keep the product in its original labelled container.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Alecto Insecticide?

Alecto is a Broflanilide 20% SC insecticide used for managing important insect pests in crops such as chilli, brinjal, cabbage and okra.

2. What is the active ingredient in Alecto?

The active ingredient is Broflanilide 20% SC, formulated as a Suspension Concentrate.

3. Which pests does Alecto control?

Alecto is recommended for pests including fruit borers, shoot borers, thrips, jassids, tobacco caterpillars and diamondback moth, depending on the crop.

4. What is the dosage of Alecto Insecticide?

The provided recommendation is 125 ml per acre for chilli, brinjal, cabbage and okra, with approximately 500 litres of water per acre. Always confirm the current product label before application.

5. How should Alecto Insecticide be applied?

Alecto should be applied as a foliar spray with proper coverage of the crop canopy. Use it according to the approved label directions and recommended crop stage.

Disclaimer

Always read and follow the product label instructions, dosage, and safety precautions before use. The information provided above is for general guidance only.