Abamectin 3.2% EC

ICAMA Reg. No. PD20172278

Product Category:   Insecticides 

A potent miticide and insecticide derived from natural fermentation processes, offering effective control over a broad spectrum of pests across various crops.

Why Choose Abamectin 3.2% EC?

• Targets nervous system of pests, leading to paralysis and death.

• Exhibits translaminar movement, ensuring pests on both leaf surfaces are affected.

• Effective against pests resistant to conventional insecticides.

Key Features:

1.      Dual Mode of Action: Abamectin acts as both a contact and stomach poison, interfering with neurotransmission in pests, leading to irreversible paralysis.

2.      Translaminar Activity: After foliar application, abamectin penetrates leaf tissues, forming a reservoir of active ingredient that targets pests feeding on both upper and lower leaf surfaces.

3.      Broad-Spectrum Control: Effective against a wide range of mites and insect pests, including those that have developed resistance to other chemical classes.

4.      Environmental Profile: Derived from the soil bacterium Streptomyces avermitilis, abamectin degrades rapidly in the environment, reducing potential residual impact.

Effective Against:

·         Citrus Trees:

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

·         Vegetables (e.g., Tomatoes, Peppers):

• Two-Spotted Spider Mite (Tetranychus urticae): Infests foliage, leading to stippling, chlorosis, and potential defoliation.

• Leaf  Miners (Liriomyza spp.): Larvae create serpentine mines  in leaves, reducing photosynthetic capacity and marketability.

·         Ornamentals:

• Western Flower Thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis): Feeds on flowers and young leaves, causing deformation and scarring.

·         Cotton:

• Cotton Aphid (Aphis gossypii): Sucks sap from plant tissues, leading to reduced vigor and potential transmission of plant viruses.

Registered Scope and Method of Use

Technical Application Requirements:

1.      Timing & Frequency: Initiate treatment at the early stages of pest infestation to prevent population buildup. For citrus trees, do not exceed two applications per growing season, with a minimum interval of 14 days between treatments.

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

3.      Environmental Considerations: Abamectin is highly toxic to bees; therefore, avoid applications during bloom periods or when bees are actively foraging. To protect aquatic organisms, prevent contamination of water bodies through drift or runoff.

4.      Resistance Management: To delay the development of resistance, rotate abamectin with insecticides/acaricides possessing different modes of action. Incorporate non-chemical control methods and monitor pest populations regularly to determine the necessity of treatments.