Benevia® Insecticide is an advanced anthranilic diamide insecticide formulated as an oil dispersion (OD) for foliar application. Powered by Cyazypyr® active (Cyantraniliprole), Benevia ensures early crop establishment by providing rapid, effective control of both sucking and chewing pests, leading to higher yield and better crop quality.
🔬 Technical Details
Technical Name: Cyantraniliprole 10.26% OD
Formulation Type: Oil Dispersion (OD)
Mode of Entry: Dual action – Contact & Systemic
Mode of Action: Impairs insect muscle function, affecting feeding, movement, and reproduction. Insects become lethargic, paralyzed, and eventually die.
✅ Key Features & Benefits
Dual Action: Systemic and contact action ensures internal and external pest control.
Cross Spectrum: Controls both sucking (aphids, whiteflies, thrips) and chewing (caterpillars, borers) pests in one application.
Translaminar Movement: Reaches the lower leaf surface where hidden pests feed.
Fast Acting: Insects stop feeding soon after exposure.
Rainfast: Remains effective even after rainfall.
IPM-Friendly: Green-label product suitable for Integrated Pest Management.
🌾 Recommended Usage
| Crop | Target Pests | Dosage (ml/acre) | Water Volume (L/acre) | Dosage/ml per L | Waiting Period (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grapes | Thrips, Flea Beetle | 280 | 400 | 0.7 | 60 |
| Pomegranate | Thrips, Pomegranate Butterfly, Whitefly, Aphids | 300–360 | 400 | 0.75–1.8 | 5 |
| Cabbage | DBM, Tobacco Caterpillar, Cabbage & Mustard Aphids | 240 | 200 | 1.2 | 5 |
| Chilli | Thrips, Fruit Borer, Tobacco Caterpillar | 240 | 200 | 1.2 | 3 |
| Tomato | Leaf Miner, Aphid, Thrips, Whitefly, Fruit Borer | 360 | 200 | 1.8 | 3 |
| Gherkin | Leaf Miner, Red Pumpkin Beetle, Aphids, Thrips, Whitefly, Pumpkin Caterpillar, Fruit Fly | 360 | 200 | 1.8 | 5 |
| Okra | Whitefly, Aphid, Shoot & Fruit Borer, Tobacco Caterpillar, Fruit Borer | 360 | 200 | 1.8 | 3 |
| Brinjal | Whitefly, Shoot & Fruit Borer, Aphids, Thrips | 360 | 200 | 1.8 | 3 |
| Cotton | Whitefly, Aphid, Thrips, Tobacco Caterpillar, Bollworm | 360 | 200 | 1.8 | 7 |
| Bitter Gourd | Thrips, Whitefly, Aphids, Pumpkin Caterpillar, Leaf Miner | 360 | 200 | 1.8 | 5 |
| Ridge Gourd | Thrips, Whitefly, Aphids, Pumpkin Caterpillar, Leaf Miner | 360 | 200 | 1.8 | 5 |
| Watermelon | Thrips, Whitefly, Aphid, Leaf Miner | 360 | 200 | 1.8 | 5 |
Application: Foliar Spray using knapsack or power sprayer.
Timing: Apply at early stages of infestation for maximum effectiveness.
⚠️ Precautions
Use recommended personal protective equipment (PPE).
Do not mix with alkaline substances or incompatible agrochemicals.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and children.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational and reference purposes only. Always follow label directions and local agricultural guidelines before use.
