Kite Insecticide is a broad-spectrum insecticide manufactured by Gharda Chemicals.1 It combines two active ingredients, Indoxacarb 14.5% and Acetamiprid 7.7% SC, offering a dual mode of action to control a wide range of sucking and chewing pests in various crops.2
Key Features and Benefits:
Dual mode of action: The combination of Indoxacarb and Acetamiprid provides two different ways to target pests, making it effective against insects that may have developed resistance to single-mode insecticides.3
Systemic and contact action: Indoxacarb offers both contact and systemic activity, while Acetamiprid provides systemic action, ensuring thorough coverage and long-lasting protection.4
Broad-spectrum control: Effectively controls a wide range of sucking and chewing pests, including jassids, whiteflies, bollworms, thrips, and fruit borers.5
Fast knockdown effect: Provides quick control of insect populations, minimizing crop damage.6
Long residual activity: Offers extended protection against pests, reducing the frequency of applications.
Mode of Action:
Indoxacarb: Belongs to the oxadiazine class of insecticides.7 It disrupts the insect's nervous system by blocking sodium channels, leading to paralysis and death.8
Acetamiprid: Belongs to the neonicotinoid class of insecticides.9 It acts on the insect's central nervous system by binding to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, causing overstimulation and ultimately leading to paralysis and death.10
Target Pests:
Kite is particularly effective against:
Jassids11
Whiteflies12
Bollworms13
Thrips14
Fruit borers15
Crops:
Kite is suitable for use on a variety of crops, including:
Cotton16
Chilli17
Vegetables (e.g., tomato, brinjal, okra)
Fruits (e.g., mango, grapes)
Dosage and Application:
The recommended dosage varies depending on the target pest and crop. Typically, it ranges from 160-200 ml per acre.18 Always refer to the product label for specific crop recommendations and dosage instructions. Kite is typically applied as a foliar spray.19
Precautions:
Kite can be toxic to bees and aquatic organisms. Avoid spraying during flowering and near water bodies.
Follow all safety precautions mentioned on the product label, including wearing protective clothing during handling and application.
Important Note:
Always read and follow the instructions on the product label before using Kite insecticide.
