Gracia Insecticide

Product Description

Gracia® Insecticide is a novel isoxazoline insecticide formulated with Fluxametamide 10% w/w EC, launched in collaboration with Nissan Chemical Corporation. It offers broad-spectrum control of both sucking and chewing pests. Proactive application of Gracia immediately after pest incidence ensures longer duration control. Its unique chemistry belongs to IRAC Group 30 and is known for its safety to mammals and beneficial insects.

Technical Details

• Technical Content: Fluxametamide 10% w/w
• Formulation: Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC)
• Category: Insecticide
• Chemical Group: Isoxazoline
• IRAC Classification: Group 30

Mode of Action

Gracia acts as a GABA-gated chloride channel antagonist. It is a translaminar insecticide effective through both ingestion and contact, ensuring control of pests present on both upper and lower leaf surfaces.

Key Features & Benefits

• Proactive Control: Best results when sprayed at early stages of pest attack for bountiful yields
• Powerful Action: Highly effective against thrips and borer complexes
• Translaminar Protection: Kills hidden sucking pests on the underside of leaves
• Environment Friendly: Safer to beneficial insects and mammals
• Broad Spectrum: Controls both sucking and chewing pests

Major Crops & Target Pests

Method of Application

• Apply Gracia as a foliar spray immediately after pest incidence.
• Ensure thorough coverage of crop canopy, including lower leaf surfaces.
• Follow recommended dosage for effective and long-lasting control.

Disclaimer

The information provided here is for reference only. Always read and follow the product label instructions, recommended dosage, and safety precautions before use. 

FAQs

1. What is Gracia Insecticide used for?

Gracia Insecticide is used to control specific insect pests in approved crops, including certain sucking and chewing pests.

2. What is the active ingredient in Gracia Insecticide?

Gracia Insecticide contains Fluxametamide 10% EC.

3. Which crops can be treated with Gracia Insecticide?

It is used in crops such as brinjal, cabbage, chilli, okra and tomato, subject to current label approval.

4. Which pests does Gracia Insecticide control?

Depending on the approved crop and label, it targets pests such as thrips, leafhoppers, fruit and shoot borers, and caterpillars.

5. What is the recommended dose of Gracia Insecticide?

The recommended dose varies according to the crop and target pest. Always follow the current product label for the approved dosage and water volume.

6. How does Gracia Insecticide work?

It acts through contact and ingestion against susceptible insect pests.

7. When should Gracia Insecticide be applied?

Apply when the target pest is detected and the crop reaches the label-recommended application stage.

8. Can Gracia Insecticide be mixed with other pesticides?

Mix it with other pesticides only when the product labels permit compatibility. Follow label instructions before tank mixing.

9. What precautions should be followed when spraying Gracia Insecticide?

Wear the recommended protective equipment, avoid spray drift, and follow label instructions for safe handling, re-entry and pre-harvest intervals.

10. Where can I buy Gracia Insecticide online?

Check agricultural retailers and the Mana GramaSethu website for current prices, available pack sizes and product availability.