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Lesenta is a broad-spectrum insecticide that is effective against a wide range of pests, including sucking and chewing insects. It is a combination insecticide consisting of imidacloprid and fipronil, which have different modes of action. This makes it less likely for pests to develop resistance to Lesenta.

General Information:

• Active Ingredients: Imidacloprid (40% w/w) + Fipronil (40% w/w)
• Mode of Action: Contact and systemic insecticide
• Application: Lesenta can be applied to a variety of crops, including fruits, vegetables, and ornamentals. It is typically applied as a foliar spray, but can also be applied to the soil or as a seed treatment.
• Precautions: Lesenta is a highly toxic insecticide and should be handled with care. It is important to wear protective clothing when applying Lesenta, and to avoid contact with the skin and eyes.

Additional Precautions:

• Do not apply Lesenta to blooming crops, as it may harm pollinating insects.
• Lesenta is toxic to fish and other aquatic life. Do not apply it to water or near areas where it may run off into water.
• Follow all label directions carefully when using Lesenta.

Please note: Lesenta is a restricted-use pesticide in many countries. This means that it can only be purchased and used by certified applicators.

Advantages of using Lesenta:

• Effective against a wide range of pests
• Combination insecticide with different modes of action, which reduces the risk of resistance
• Long residual activity
• Compatible with other pesticides

Overall, Lesenta is a valuable tool for farmers in managing pests and protecting their crops.

Here are some additional details about the modes of action of imidacloprid and fipronil, the active ingredients in Lesenta:

• Imidacloprid: Imidacloprid is a systemic insecticide, meaning that it is absorbed by the plant and transported throughout the plant's tissues. When insects feed on the plant, they are exposed to the imidacloprid and die.
• Fipronil: Fipronil is a contact and stomach insecticide. When insects come into contact with fipronil, it disrupts their nervous system and causes them to die. Fipronil is also effective against insects that eat it.

Lesenta is a powerful insecticide that can be used to control a wide range of pests. However, it is important to use it carefully and according to the label directions to avoid harming people or the environment.