Karate is a broad-spectrum insecticide with a long history of effective pest control. It's manufactured by Syngenta and contains Lambda-cyhalothrin 5% EC (emulsifiable concentrate) as its active ingredient. This synthetic pyrethroid insecticide acts quickly and provides residual control against a wide range of pests.
Key Features and Benefits:
Broad-spectrum activity: Controls a wide range of chewing, sucking, and biting pests, including caterpillars, bollworms, aphids, jassids, thrips, whiteflies, and beetles.
Fast action: Provides rapid knockdown of pests, minimizing crop damage.
Contact and stomach action: Kills pests when they come into direct contact with the insecticide or ingest it.
Repellent action: Deters pests from feeding on treated crops.
Long-lasting residual control: Offers extended protection against pests, reducing the need for frequent applications.
Cost-effective: Provides good value for money with its broad-spectrum control and long-lasting effect.
Target Crops and Pests:
Karate is registered for use on a variety of crops, including:
Cotton: Bollworms, Jassids, Aphids, Whiteflies
Rice: Stem borers, Leaf folders, Plant hoppers
Vegetables: (Tomato, Chilli, Okra, Brinjal, Cabbage, Cauliflower) - Caterpillars, Aphids, Whiteflies, Diamondback moth
Fruits: Fruit borers, Thrips
Cereals: Armyworms, Grasshoppers
Pulses: Pod borers, Aphids
Recommended Dosage:
The recommended dosage for Karate is generally 1-2 ml per liter of water. However, it's crucial to consult the product label or a qualified agricultural expert for specific recommendations based on the crop, pest infestation, and growth stage.
Application Method:
Foliar spray: Apply Karate as a foliar spray, ensuring thorough coverage of the entire plant.
Apply at the first sign of infestation or as a preventive measure.
Repeat applications as needed, based on pest pressure and recommendations.
Safety Precautions:
Always wear protective clothing, including gloves, masks, and eye protection, when handling and applying Karate.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Do not inhale the spray mist.
Keep out of reach of children and animals.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
Note: Karate is a pesticide. Always follow the instructions on the product label carefully and take all necessary safety precautions.
