Oberon Insecticide is a broad-spectrum, novel foliar contact insecticide and acaricide from the Ketoenols chemical class. It effectively controls mites and whiteflies across a range of crops including vegetables, fruits, cotton, and tea, targeting all pest developmental stages for long-lasting protection.
Technical Details
Key Features & Benefits
New Mode of Action: Lipid Biosynthesis Inhibitor (LBI).
Controls All Life Stages: Highly effective against eggs, nymphs, and adults of mites and whiteflies.
Resistance Management: No cross-resistance, making it a valuable tool for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs.
Translaminar Activity: Penetrates leaf surfaces, providing residual protection.
Crop Safety: Safe for beneficial insects and compatible with many pesticides, micronutrients, and plant growth regulators.
Long Residual Activity: Provides excellent persistence on crops.
Effective Against Sucking Pests: Works on pests with sucking-type mouthparts.
Usage Recommendations
| Crop | Target Pest | Dosage (ml/acre) | Water Volume (L/acre) | Dosage per litre (ml) | Waiting Period (days) |
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| Brinjal | Red Spider Mite | 160 | 200 | 0.8 | 5 |
| Apple | European Red Mite, Red Spider Mite | 60 | 200 | 0.3 | 30 |
| Chilli | Yellow Mite | 100–160 | 200 | 0.5–0.8 | 7 |
| Tea | Red Spider Mite | 200 | 200 | 1 | 7 |
| Okra | Red Spider Mite | 160–200 | 200 | 0.8–1 | 3 |
| Tomato | Whitefly, Mite | 250 | 200 | 1.25 | 3 |
| Cotton | Whitefly, Mite | 240 | 200 | 1.2 | 10 |
Additional Information
Compatibility: Compatible with many pesticides, micronutrients, and plant growth regulators.
IPM Friendly: Safe on beneficial insects and suitable for use in Integrated Pest Management programs.
Disclaimer:
This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always adhere to the product label and accompanying leaflet instructions for optimal and safe application.
