About Shimo Insecticide
Shimo (Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC) by IFFCO is a broad-spectrum anthranilic diamide insecticide with systemic and contact action. It provides effective control of a wide range of lepidopteran and other target insect pests across crops including rice, cabbage, cotton, sugarcane, tomato, chilli, brinjal, pigeon pea, soybean, bengal gram, black gram, bitter gourd, okra, maize and groundnut. It controls pests such as stem borer, leaf folder, diamond back moth, bollworms, tobacco caterpillar, termites, shoot and fruit borers, pod borer, caterpillars and fall armyworm. It acts through ryanodine receptor activation, disrupting normal muscle function and causing rapid feeding cessation, lethargy, paralysis and eventual insect death.
Shimo Insecticide Technical Name
Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC
Product Specifications
Mode of Entry: Systemic and contact
Mode of Action: Chlorantraniliprole acts as a Ryanodine Receptor Activator, disrupting normal calcium release and muscle function in target pests, resulting in feeding cessation, lethargy, paralysis and insect death.
Time of Application: At the early stage of pest infestation or according to pest incidence and crop stage.
Key Features & Uses
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Novel Chemistry: Belongs to the anthranilic diamide group with a unique mode of action.
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Broad-Spectrum Control: Controls a wide range of lepidopteran pests across various crops.
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Systemic & Contact Action: Provides control through systemic and contact activity.
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Ryanodine Receptor Activation: Disrupts normal muscle function of target pests.
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Rapid Damage Control: Quick feeding cessation helps reduce further crop damage.
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Feeding Cessation: Pests stop feeding soon after exposure.
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Longer Protection: Provides effective pest management through its unique mode of action.
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Resistance Management: Its unique mode of action makes it a useful component of an insecticide rotation programme.
Shimo Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Rice (Paddy) |
Stem borer and leaf folder |
60 ml |
200 L |
0.3 ml |
47 days |
Cabbage |
Diamond back moth |
20 ml |
200 L |
0.1 ml |
3 days |
Cotton |
American bollworm, spotted bollworm and tobacco caterpillar |
60 ml |
200 L |
0.3 ml |
9 days |
Sugarcane |
Early shoot borer, Top borer |
150 ml |
400 L |
0.37 ml |
208 days |
Termite |
200 to 250 ml |
400 L |
0.5 to 0.62 ml |
Tomato |
Fruit borer |
60 ml |
200 L |
0.3 ml |
3 days |
Chilli |
Fruit borer and tobacco caterpillar |
60 ml |
200 L |
0.3 ml |
3 days |
Soybean |
Green Semi looper, Stem fly, Girdle beetle and Tobacco caterpillar |
60 ml |
200 to 300 L |
0.2 to 0.3 ml |
22 days |
Brinjal |
Fruit and shoot borer |
80 ml |
200 to 300 L |
0.27 to 0.4 ml |
3 days |
Pigeon pea |
Gram pod borer and pod fly |
60 ml |
200 to 300 L |
0.2 to 0.3 ml |
29 days |
Bengal gram |
Pod borer |
50 ml |
200 L |
0.25 ml |
11 days |
Black gram |
Pod borers |
40 ml |
200 L |
0.2 ml |
20 days |
Bitter gourd |
Fruit borer and leaf caterpillars |
40 to 50 ml |
200 L |
0.2 to 0.25 ml |
7 days |
Okra (Bhindi) |
Fruit borer and shoot borer |
150 ml |
200 L |
0.75 ml |
5 days |
Maize |
Spotted stem borer, pink stem borer and Fall army worm |
80 ml |
200 L |
0.4 ml |
10 days |
Groundnut |
Tobacco caterpillar |
60 ml |
200 L |
0.3 ml |
28 days |
Green gram |
Pod borer and tobacco caterpillar |
50 ml |
160 to 240 L |
0.21 to 0.31 ml |
14 days |
Method of Application
- Foliar Spray: Mix the recommended quantity of Shimo in the required quantity of clean water and apply uniformly over the crop canopy.
- Soil Drenching: Apply the recommended quantity around the plant root zone as per the crop-specific recommendation.
Best Time to Apply
- Apply at the early stage of pest infestation.
- Spray according to pest incidence and crop stage.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
Consult an agronomist before mixing Shimo with other crop protection products.
Safety Precautions
- Wear gloves, mask, full-sleeve clothing and safety goggles while mixing and applying the product.
- Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
- Avoid inhalation of spray mist.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling or applying the product.
- Wash hands, face and exposed skin thoroughly after spraying.
- Keep out of reach of children, pets and livestock.
- Avoid contamination of ponds, water bodies and other water sources.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight, food, feed and animal products. Keep the product in its original sealed container.
Shimo Insecticide Expert Advice
“For best results, apply Shimo at the recommended crop wise dose at the early stage of lepidopteran pest infestation. Use foliar spray or soil drenching as appropriate for the crop and target pest and ensure uniform application for effective pest management.” - BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information
- Follow IRAC resistance management guidelines.
- Avoid repeated applications of insecticides with the same mode of action.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the registered product label and accompanying leaflet for crop-wise dosage, application instructions, safety precautions, waiting period and other regulatory requirements.
