Overview: Katyayani EMA 5 is a powerful insecticide and acaricide containing 5% emamectin benzoate. It disrupts the nervous systems of target pests, leading to paralysis and eventual elimination, providing systemic protection against harmful insects.
Target Pests: Primarily targets larval stages of Lepidoptera pests, including:
- Boll worms
- Fruit, shoot, and pod borers
- Diamondback moth
- Thrips
- Tea looper
- Mites
Target Crops: Effective on a variety of crops such as:
- Green Gram
- Cotton
- Tea
- Red Gram
- Cabbage
- Brinjal
- Chilli
- Many other vegetable and fruit crops
Mode of Action:
- Non-systemic insecticide that penetrates leaf tissues.
- Disrupts nerve signal transmission, causing paralysis and death of the insect.
Dosage:
- Domestic Use: 1 gram per 1 liter of water.
- Large Applications: 80-100 grams per acre for foliar spray.
Key Benefits:
- Long-lasting residual activity provides extended protection against pests.
- Safe for beneficial insects, suitable for integrated pest management (IPM).
- Water-soluble granular formulation used at low doses and compatible with other insecticides.
