Insect Growth Regulator (IGR)
PYRIPROXYFEN 10% EC
An advanced Insect Growth Regulator (IGR) mimicking juvenile hormone. It prevents metamorphosis from nymphal to adult stages and exhibits excellent ovicidal properties, making it highly effective against whiteflies and scale insects.
Active: Pyriproxyfen 10%
Formulation: 10% EC
Action: Metamorphosis Disruptor
Mode of Action
Pyriproxyfen acts as a juvenile hormone analog, disrupting normal insect development. It prevents successful molting and adult emergence while causing sterility in adults. It also exhibits transovarial activity, which reduces egg viability.
Dosage and Recommendation
| Crops | Target Pest | Dosage /ha (ml) | Dilution (L) | PHI (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Whitefly | 1000 | 500 | 31 |
| Chilli | Whitefly, Aphids | 500 | 300 | 07 |
| Brinjal | Whitefly & Jassids | 500 | 300 | 07 |
| Okra | Whitefly & Jassids | 500 | 300 | 07 |
Primary Target Pests
- Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci)
- Scale insects (Coccidae family)
- Mealybugs (Pseudococcidae family)
- Aphids & Jassids