About Delfin® WG Bio Insecticide Delfin WG Bio Insecticide contains the Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. kurstaki (Btk) that offers reliable, broad-spectrum caterpillar control. Delfin is a biological insecticide most effective on lepidopteran larvae with stomach poison activity. Consists of the solid's active toxins, spores and subspecies for hard to kill insects such as Diamondback moth, Helicoverpa, Spodoptera and Lepidopteran caterpillars. Delfin WG Bio Insecticide Technical Details Technical Name: Bacillus thuringiensis var kurstaki (Btk) Mode of Entry: Stomach poison Mode of Action: When Btk is eaten by a susceptible larva, the toxin is released, the midgut wall is destroyed, the gut becomes paralyzed, and the larva stops feeding within a few minutes. Destruction of the midgut wall allows the bacteria to enter the blood of the target insect, causing full-scale infection and death of the insect. Key Features & Benefits Delfin WG Bio Insecticide is widely used in farming for suppression of insect populations of lepidopteran larvae and pests in varying environments. Delfin acts fast; larvae stop feeding within minutes Exempt from residue tolerance with as short as a 0-day PHI and 4-hr REI. Effective resistance management, having never developed cross-resistance with any other insecticide Delfin WG is target specific hence no impact on non-target and beneficial insects. It is safer to the environment, beneficial to insects and hence has good fit in IPM & IRM. Delfin WG Bio Insecticide Usage & Crops Recommended Crops: Cabbage and Cauliflower Target Pests: Diamondback moth, Helicoverpa, Spodoptera and Lepidopteran caterpillars Dosage: 200 gm / Acre Method of Application: Foliar spray. Apply as a prophylactic and\or at an early stage of insect attack. Ensure complete coverage of canopy Additional Information Delfin WG Bio Insecticide is Tank mixable with most insecticides, fungicides, and foliar nutrients Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow to the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
