About Admire Insecticide
Admire Insecticide is a Bayer CropScience India product. It contains Imidacloprid 70% WG and is a systemic insecticide used for controlling sucking pests in recommended crops.
Admire Insecticide is used against pests such as aphid, jassids, thrips, brown plant hopper, white backed plant hopper and whitefly. It is recommended in cotton, rice paddy, okra, cucumber, tomato and potato.
Admire Insecticide Technical Name
Imidacloprid 70% WG
Product Specifications
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Mode of Entry: Systemic
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Mode of Action: Admire contains Imidacloprid, which disturbs the proper signal transmission system in the central nervous system of insects. This leads to excitation of the nerve cell and causes nervous system disorder in the treated insect. Due to this disturbance, the insect eventually dies after treatment.
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Time of Application: At pest appearance
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad Spectrum: Controls labelled sucking pests.
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Effective Against: Aphid, jassids, thrips, brown plant hopper, white backed plant hopper and whitefly.
- It works at a small dose and gives excellent control and longer protection against most sucking pests.
- The granule formulation helps in easy handling and measuring of dose. It leaves no residue, so abrasion to pump nozzle, constant agitation and priming of the sprayer are not required.
Admire Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Cotton |
Jassids, aphids, thrips |
12 to 14 g |
150 to 200 L |
0.07 to 0.08 g |
7 days |
Rice Paddy |
Brown plant hoppers, white backed plant hoppers |
12 to 14 g |
120 to 150 L |
0.09 to 0.1 g |
7 days |
Okra Bhindi |
Jassids, aphids, thrips |
12 to 14 g |
120 to 150 L |
0.09 to 0.1 g |
3 days |
Cucumber |
Aphids and jassids |
14 g |
200 L |
0.07 g |
5 days |
Tomato |
Thrips and whitefly |
20 g |
200 L |
0.1 g |
5 days |
Potato |
Aphids and whitefly |
36 g |
200 L |
0.18 g |
30 days |
Foliar Spray: Apply Admire Insecticide as a uniform foliar spray using the recommended dose and water volume. Use a knapsack, battery or power sprayer with a flat fan nozzle for proper coverage.
Spray Admire Insecticide when the target pest infestation is noticed in the recommended crop. Prefer spraying in the early morning or late afternoon on a non windy day.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
- For field level use, consult an agronomist before tank mixing with other products.
Safety Precautions
- Wear gloves, mask, full sleeve clothing, and safety goggles while spraying.
- Do not spray on windy days to prevent spray drift.
- 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 direct contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
- In case of accidental ingestion, inhalation, or eye exposure, seek immediate medical attention.
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry, and well ventilated place away from direct sunlight, food, feed, fertilizers, and water sources. Keep the product in its original sealed container.
Admire Insecticide Expert Advice
“Bayer Admire is an excellent systemic insecticide used to kill sucking pests in various crops. For best results, apply Admire Insecticide when the target pest infestation is noticed in the recommended crop.”-BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information
- Follow IRAC resistance management guidelines where applicable.
- Avoid repeated applications of insecticides with the same mode of action.
- Observe the recommended pre harvest interval and re entry interval.
- Follow all crop specific recommendations mentioned on the product label.
- Do not use on crops other than those specified on the label or leaflet.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
