Alika® by Syngenta is a premium combination insecticide blending Thiamethoxam 12.6% (neonicotinoid) + Lambda-cyhalothrin 9.5% (pyrethroid) for rapid knockdown and long-lasting systemic protection. Its dual-contact and systemic action ensures 360° defense against sucking and chewing pests across cotton, maize, vegetables, and more.
Key Features & Benefits
✔ Broad-Spectrum Control – Targets:
Sucking Pests: Aphids, Jassids, Thrips, Whiteflies
Chewing Pests: Bollworms, Stem Borers, Fruit Borers
✔ Fast + Long-Lasting – Quick paralysis (Lambda) + residual systemic action (Thiamethoxam)
✔ Lifecycle Disruption – Effective on eggs, larvae, and adults
✔ Phytotonic Effect – Promotes lush, healthy crop growth
✔ IPM-Compatible – Supports eco-friendly pest management
Technical Specifications
Recommended Usage
Crop | Target Pests | Dosage (mL/acre) | Dilution (mL/L water) | PHI (Days)* |
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Cotton | Aphids, Bollworms | 80 | 0.4 | 26 |
Maize | Stem Borer, Shoot Fly | 50 | 0.25 | 42 |
Chilli | Thrips, Fruit Borer | 60 | 0.3 | 3 |
Tomato | Whiteflies, Fruit Borer | 50 | 0.25 | 5 |
Application Method: Foliar spray (200 L water/acre)
Why Farmers Choose Alika®?
→ Syngenta’s Trusted Technology – Microencapsulated (ZC) for sustained efficacy
→ One Solution for Multiple Pests – Reduces spray frequency
→ Crop Health Boost – Greener, more vigorous plants
Safety & Best Practices
⚠ Highly toxic to bees/fish – Avoid spraying near water/flowering crops
⚠ Rotate with non-neonicotinoids/pyrethroids to delay resistance
✅ Wear PPE (mask, gloves) during handling
Always follow label instructions for crop-specific guidelines.