About Agas InsecticideAgas Insecticide is an ADAMA product containing Diafenthiuron 50% WP. It belongs to the thiourea group and acts as both an insecticide and acaricide. It works through contact, stomach, translaminar, and vapour action.Agas Insecticide is recommended in crops such as cotton, cabbage, chilli, brinjal, cardamom, citrus, watermelon, okra and tomato. It controls pests like whiteflies, aphids, thrips, jassids, diamond back moth, mites, capsule borer and red spider mites.Agas Insecticide Technical NameDiafenthiuron 50% WPProduct Specifications Mode of Entry: Contact, stomach, translaminar and vapour action Mode of Action: Agas acts as an inhibitor of mitochondrial respiration. It kills larvae, nymphs and adults through contact and or stomach action and also shows ovicidal action, along with translaminar activity and vapourizing effect for better insect and mite control. Time of Application: At pest appearance Key Features & Benefits Broad Spectrum: Controls labelled sucking pests, mites, and caterpillars. Effective Against: Whiteflies, aphids, thrips, jassids, diamond back moth, mites, capsule borer and red spider mites. It has broad spectrum activity that helps to control sucking insects and mites. It is selective to beneficial insects and predatory mites. It has a phytotonic effect on the plant. Agas Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops Crops Target insect pests Dosage / Acre Dilution in water / Acre Dosage / L of water Waiting period Cotton Whiteflies, Aphids, Thrips, Jassids 240 g 200 to 400 L 0.6 to 1.2 g 21 days Cabbage Diamond back moth 240 g 200 to 300 L 0.8 to 1.2 g 7 days Chilli Mites 240 g 200 to 300 L 0.8 to 1.2 g 3 days Brinjal Whitefly 240 g 200 to 300 L 0.8 to 1.2 g 3 days Cardamom Thrips, Capsule borer 320 g 400 L 0.8 g 7 days Citrus Mites 2 g per L of water As per label recommendation 0.8 to 1.2 L/acre 30 days Cotton Whiteflies, Aphids, Thrips, Jassids 200 g 200 L 1 g 30 days Watermelon Whiteflies and Red spider mites 240 g 200 L 1.2 g 5 days Okra Whiteflies, Red spider mites and Jassids 240 g 200 L 1.2 g 5 days Tomato Whiteflies and Red spider mites 240 g 200 L 1.2 g 5 days Method of ApplicationFoliar Spray: Apply Agas Insecticide as a foliar spray using the recommended crop wise dose and water volume. Use a suitable knapsack, battery or power sprayer for uniform coverage of the crop canopy, especially the lower leaf surface where sucking pests and mites may remain.Best Time to SprayApply Agas Insecticide as per the crop and pest recommendation and avoid spraying during windy conditions.Compatibility, Safety & StorageTank Mix CompatibilityFor field level use, consult an agronomist before tank mixing Agas Insecticide with other products.Safety Precautions Wear gloves, mask, full sleeve clothing, and safety goggles while spraying. Do not spray on windy days to prevent spray drift. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling or applying the product. Wash hands, face, and exposed skin thoroughly after spraying. Keep out of reach of children, pets, and livestock. Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. In case of accidental ingestion, inhalation, or eye exposure, seek immediate medical attention. StorageStore in a cool, dry, and well ventilated place away from direct sunlight, food, feed, fertilizers, and water sources. Keep the product in its original sealed container.Agas Insecticide Expert Advice“Adama Agas is an excellent insecticide as well as acaricide used to kill sucking pests, mites and caterpillars in various crops. It is mainly recommended for farmers who are looking for broad spectrum insecticide.”-BigHaat Agronomy ExpertAdditional Information Follow IRAC resistance management guidelines where applicable. Avoid repeated applications of insecticides with the same mode of action. Observe the recommended pre harvest interval and re entry interval. Follow all crop specific recommendations mentioned on the product label. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
