About Benevia Insecticide
Benevia Insecticide (Cyantraniliprole 10.26% w/w OD) by FMC is a systemic and contact insecticide formulated for foliar application. It provides cross-spectrum control of sucking and chewing insect pests across Grapes, Pomegranate, Cabbage, Chilli, Tomato, Gherkins, Okra, Brinjal, Cotton, Bitter gourd, Ridge gourd, Watermelon and Citrus. Benevia provides rapid feeding cessation, translaminar activity and quick rainfastness, with crop- and pest-specific recommendations provided on the label.
Benevia Insecticide Technical Name
Cyantraniliprole 10.26% w/w OD
Product Specifications
Mode of Entry: Systemic and Contact
Mode of Action: Cyantraniliprole is an anthranilic diamide insecticide that acts on insect muscle function. It rapidly affects insect feeding, movement, and reproduction, resulting in effective control of target pests.
Time of Application: Early application in the crop life cycle and application when the target pest reaches the recommended threshold.
Key Features & Benefits
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Cross-Spectrum Activity: Controls both sucking and chewing insect pests.
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Rapid Feeding Cessation: Quickly stops feeding of exposed insects, helping protect foliage and developing fruits.
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Translaminar Action: Reaches pests including those feeding on the lower surface of leaves.
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Systemic & Contact Action: Provides both systemic and contact insecticidal activity.
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Quick Rainfastness: Provides quick rainfastness after application.
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Longer Crop Protection: Provides effective protection against the recommended insect pests.
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Resistance Management: Provides a different mode of action for resistance management and is classified under IRAC Group 28.
Benevia Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water / Acre |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Grapes |
Thrips, Flea beetle |
280 ml |
400 L |
0.7 ml |
60 days |
Pomegranate |
Thrips, Pomegranate butterfly |
300 ml |
400 L |
0.75 ml |
5 days |
Whitefly, Aphids |
360 ml |
400 L |
0.9 ml |
5 days |
Cabbage |
Cabbage aphid, mustard aphid, diamond back moth and tobacco caterpillar |
240 ml |
200 L |
1.2 ml |
5 days |
Chilli |
Thrips, fruit borer and tobacco caterpillar |
240 ml |
200 L |
1.2 ml |
3 days |
Tomato |
Leaf miner, aphids, thrips, whitefly and fruit borer |
360 ml |
200 L |
1.8 ml |
3 days |
Gherkins |
Leaf miner, red pumpkin beetle, aphids, thrips, whitefly, pumpkin caterpillar and fruit fly |
360 ml |
200 L |
1.8 ml |
5 days |
Okra |
Whitefly, aphid, shoot and fruit borer, tobacco caterpillar and fruit borer |
360 ml |
200 L |
1.8 ml |
3 days |
Brinjal |
Whitefly, shoot and fruit borer, aphids and thrips |
360 ml |
200 L |
1.8 ml |
3 days |
Cotton |
Whitefly, aphids, thrips, tobacco caterpillar and bollworms |
360 ml |
200 L |
1.8 ml |
7 days |
Bitter gourd |
Thrips, whitefly, aphids, pumpkin caterpillar and leaf miner |
360 ml |
200 L |
1.8 ml |
5 days |
Ridge gourd |
Thrips, whitefly, aphids, pumpkin caterpillar and leaf miner |
360 ml |
200 L |
1.8 ml |
5 days |
Watermelon |
Thrips, whitefly, aphids and leaf miner |
360 ml |
200 L |
1.8 ml |
5 days |
Potato |
Thrips, Aphids |
240 ml |
200 L |
1.2 ml |
12 days |
Capsicum |
Thrips, Tobacco caterpillar, Fruit borer |
240 ml |
200 L |
1.2 ml |
3 days |
Citrus |
Citrus psylla, Thrips |
240 ml |
200 L |
1.2 ml |
5 days |
Method of Application
Foliar Spray: Prepare the spray solution using the recommended quantity of Benevia in the specified water volume and use it within 4 hours of preparation. Ensure thorough coverage of the crop. Use high-volume spraying equipment such as knapsack sprayer, Taiwan sprayer and foot sprayer and
Best Time to Spray
- Spray early in the infestation cycle before the pest population establishes on the crop.
- Target newly hatched larvae or nymphs for better results.
- Early application in the crop life cycle is recommended.
- For best performance, give two successive foliar sprays at 7 to 10 days interval early in the crop cycle.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
Consult an agronomist before mixing Benevia with other crop protection products.
Safety Precautions
- Keep away from foodstuffs, empty foodstuff containers and animal feed.
- Avoid contact with mouth, eyes and skin.
- Wear protective clothing, gloves, goggles and other recommended protective equipment while handling and spraying.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke while applying the product.
- Wash hands and exposed body parts thoroughly after handling.
- Keep the product away from children and animals.
Beneficial Organisms & Environmental Safety
- The product is toxic to aquatic organisms and honeybees;
- Avoid application during the active foraging period of honeybees.
- Do not apply on flowering crops during the restricted flowering period.
- Do not allow spray drift onto flowering weeds, hedges or flowering crops near the treatment area.
- Avoid contamination of water bodies and aquatic environments.
Storage
Store in the original container in a separate room or premises away from foodstuffs and animal feed. Keep under suitable storage conditions and away from children and animals.
Benevia Insecticide Expert Advice
“For best results, apply Benevia at the recommended crop-wise dose when the target pest reaches the recommended threshold. Ensure thorough crop coverage and avoid application during active honeybee foraging.” - BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information
- Avoid repeated use of the same mode of action on consecutive insect generations.
- Do not make more than 2 successive applications of the same Group 28 insecticide on a generation where possible.
- Do not make more than 3 applications of cyantraniliprole products in a crop cycle.
- Follow IRAC resistance management guidelines wherever applicable.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
