About Fosmite Insecticide Fosmite Insecticide is a widely trusted contact Organo-phosphorous acaricide and insecticide. It is a non-systemic insecticide with predominant contact and residual action. Fosmite has fast knock down action against both nymph and adult mites. Fosmite Insecticide Technical Details Technical Content: Ethion 50% EC Mode of Entry: Non-systemic and Contact action Mode of Action: Ethion is an Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor responsible for the inhibition of the enzyme Acetylcholinesterase resulting in blockage in the transmission of nerve impulses in insects and mites. Key Features & Benefits Fosmite Insecticide is a contact broad spectrum insecticide for effective control of Mites, Scales, Thrips, Beetles, and Lepidopteran larvae. It has strong ovicidal and larvicidal action. Fosmite controls the pest for a longer time. Fosmite Insecticide Usage & Crops Recommendations: Crops Target Pest Dosage/Acre (gm) Dilution in water (L/Acre) Waiting period from last spray to harvest (days) Tea Red spider mites, purple mites, yellow mites, thrips and scales 200 200 3 Cotton Whitefly bollworms 600 800 200 400 25 Chili Mites & Thrips 160-240 200-400 5 Gram Pod borer 160-240 200-400 21 Pigeon Pea Pod borer 160-240 200-400 21 Soybean Girdle beetle & Stem fly 240 200-400 30 Method of Application: Foliar Spray Additional Information Fosmite insecticide is compatible with most of the commonly used pesticides. It is effective in controlling termites in buildings, termites, and borers in wood preservation. Fosmite is safe and Convenient: Does not leave any undesirable residues at recommended doses. Relatively safer for beneficial insects. Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
