Fluton

Manufacturer
PI Industries
Category
Insecticides
Registered until
N/A
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General Information:

Fluton is a broad-spectrum insecticide that belongs to the diamide class of insecticides. It is effective against a wide range of lepidopteran pests, including caterpillars, American bollworm, diamondback moth, tobacco caterpillar, rice stem borer, and rice leaf folder. Fluton is a relatively new insecticide, but it has quickly become a popular choice for pest control due to its effectiveness and safety profile.

Active Ingredient:

Fluton contains the active ingredient flubendiamide, which is a novel diamide insecticide that works by disrupting muscle contraction in insects.

Mode of Action:

Fluton is a contact and ingestion insecticide. It works by binding to ryanodine receptors in insect muscle cells, which causes the release of calcium ions and leads to muscle contraction. This uncontrolled muscle contraction eventually leads to paralysis and death of the insect.

Application:

Fluton is available as a water-dispersible granule (WG) formulation. It can be applied to a wide range of crops, including vegetables, fruits, and field crops. Always follow the label directions for the specific formulation you are using.

Method of Application:

Fluton can be applied using a variety of methods, including foliar spraying, soil drenching, and trunk injection. The most common method of application is foliar spraying, which involves spraying the insecticide onto the leaves of the plants. Soil drenching involves applying the insecticide to the soil around the base of the plants, and trunk injection involves injecting the insecticide into the trunk of the tree.

Precautions:

Fluton is a relatively safe insecticide when used according to label directions. However, it is important to avoid contact with skin and eyes, and to wear protective clothing when applying the insecticide. Fluton is also toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates, so it should not be applied near bodies of water.

Here is a summary of the key features of Fluton insecticide:

  • Broad-spectrum insecticide effective against lepidopteran pests
  • Novel diamide insecticide with a unique mode of action
  • Relatively safe insecticide with a good safety profile
  • Available as a water-dispersible granule (WG) formulation
  • Can be applied using a variety of methods
Registered for culturesRate
Rice125 g
Cotton250 g
Pigeon peas250 g
Tomatoes250 g
Tea150 g
Chili250 - 300 g
Soybeans250 - 300 g
Peanuts300 g
Black grams300 g
Sugarcane375 g