Etoxazole 20% SC

ICAMA Reg. No. PD20180127

Product Category: Insecticides 

A specialized miticide targeting eggs and immature stages, ensuring comprehensive mite management.

Why Choose Etoxazole 20% SC?

• Exhibits potent ovicidal and larvicidal activity, disrupting mite development.

• Provides long-lasting residual control, reducing the frequency of applications.

• Demonstrates efficacy against mites resistant to conventional acaricides.

Key Features:

1.      Selective Mode of Action: Etoxazole inhibits chitin biosynthesis, essential for mite exoskeleton formation, effectively arresting development at egg and larval stages.

2.      Extended Residual Activity: The formulation ensures prolonged protection by persisting on plant surfaces, thereby minimizing the need for repeated treatments.

3.      Resistance Management: Effective against mite populations that have developed resistance to other acaricides, making it a valuable tool in integrated pest management programs.

4.      Minimal Impact on Beneficial Insects: Due to its specific action on mites, etoxazole has a reduced impact on non-target beneficial arthropods, promoting ecological balance.

Effective Against:

·         Citrus Trees:

• Citrus Red Mite (Panonychus citri): Causes leaf discoloration and premature leaf drop, adversely affecting fruit quality and yield.

·         Pome Trees:

• European Red Mite (Panonychus ulmi): Leads to leaf bronzing and reduced photosynthetic capacity, impacting fruit development.

·         Nut Crops

• Two-Spotted Spider Mite (Tetranychus urticae): Infests almonds and walnuts, causing leaf stippling and potential defoliation.

·         Ornamentals

• Southern Red Mite (Oligonychus ilicis): Affects ornamental plants, leading to leaf browning and drop, diminishing aesthetic value.

Registered Scope and Method of Use

Technical Application Requirements:

1.      Timing & Frequency: Initiate treatment at the onset of mite egg hatching or when young larvae are first observed. Due to the extended residual activity, a single application per season is often sufficient; however, regular monitoring is essential to determine if additional treatments are necessary.

2.      Application Technique: Utilize ground-based sprayers calibrated to deliver uniform coverage. Employ sufficient water volume to ensure thorough wetting of all plant surfaces, including the undersides of leaves where mites often reside.

3.      Environmental Conditions: Optimal application conditions include temperatures between 15°C and 25°C with low wind speeds to minimize drift. Avoid applications during periods of high rainfall or when rain is anticipated shortly after spraying, as this can reduce efficacy.

4.      Resistance Management: To mitigate the risk of resistance development, rotate etoxazole with acaricides possessing different modes of action. Implement integrated pest management practices, including the use of biological control agents and cultural methods, to maintain mite populations below economic thresholds.