About Confidor InsecticideConfidor Insecticide is a Bayer CropScience product. It contains Imidacloprid 17.8% SL and is a systemic insecticide from the neonicotinoid group. It is a broad-spectrum insecticide used mainly for the control of sucking pests and termites in recommended crops.Confidor Insecticide is used against aphids, jassids, thrips, whiteflies, brown plant hopper, white backed plant hopper, green leaf hopper, termite, mango hopper, leaf miner, citrus psylla and flea beetle. It is recommended in cotton, paddy, chilli, sugarcane, mango, sunflower, okra, citrus, groundnut, grapes, and tomato.Confidor Insecticide Technical NameImidacloprid 17.8% SLProduct Specifications Mode of Entry: Systemic Mode of Action: Imidacloprid acts on the insect nervous system by interacting with nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. This disrupts normal nerve signal transmission in the insect. As the nervous system stops functioning properly, the pest is controlled effectively. Time of Application: At pest appearance or Economic Threshold Level Key Features & Benefits Broad Spectrum: Controls labelled sucking pests, termites, leaf miner, psylla and flea beetle. Effective Against: Aphids, jassids, thrips, whiteflies, brown plant hopper, white backed plant hopper, green leaf hopper, termite, mango hopper, leaf miner, citrus psylla and flea beetle. Confidor Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops Crops Target insect pests Dosage / Acre Dilution in water Dosage / L of water Waiting period Cotton Aphid, whitefly, jassid and thrips 40 to 50 ml 200 to 280 L 0.17 to 0.2 40 days Paddy Brown plant hopper, white backed plant hopper and green leaf hopper 40 to 50 ml 200 to 280 L 0.17 to 0.2 40 days Chilli Jassid, aphid and thrips 50 to 100 ml 200 to 280 L 0.25 to 0.35 40 days Sugarcane Termite 140 ml 750 L 0.19 ml 45 days Mango Hopper 2 to 4 ml per tree 10 L per tree 10 L per tree 45 days Sunflower Whitefly, jassid and thrips 40 ml 200 L 0.2 ml 30 days Okra Aphid, jassid and thrips 40 ml 200 L 0.2 ml 3 days Citrus Leaf miner and psylla 20 ml Depends on tree size and plant protection equipment Not specified 15 days Groundnut Aphid and jassid 40 to 50 ml 200 L 0.20 to 0.25 ml 40 days Grapes Flea beetle 120 to 160 ml 400 L 0.30 to 0.40 ml 32 days Tomato Whitefly 60 to 70 ml 200 L 0.30 to 0.35 ml 3 days Tea Tea mosquito bug (Helopeltis theivora) 0.05 L or 50 ml 160 L 0.31 ml 7 days Method of ApplicationApply Confidor Insecticide as per crop specific recommendation. It can be applied as a spray, stem paint, basal stem spray or drench, injection into plants, or soil treatment where recommended.Best Time to SpraySpray Confidor Insecticide when the target pest infestation is noticed or when the pest population reaches Economic Threshold Level. Compatibility, Safety & StorageTank Mix CompatibilityThe provided product information mentions that Confidor is compatible with conventional insecticides. For field level use, consult an agronomist before tank mixing 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.Confidor Insecticide Expert Advice“Bayer Confidor is a broad-spectrum systemic insecticide used to kill sucking pests and termites in various crops. For best results, apply Confidor Insecticide when the target pest first appears in the recommended crop.”-BigHaat Agronomy ExpertAdditional Information Confidor Insecticide belongs to the neonicotinoid group of insecticides. It has excellent root systemic properties. The active ingredient taken up by the plant is further distributed in an acropetal direction. 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 where mentioned on the product label. Follow all crop specific recommendations mentioned on the product label. Do not use on crops other than those specified on the label or leaflet. Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
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