About KATYAYANI METARHIZIUM ANISOPLIAE BIO INSECTICIDE POWDER
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Metarhizium Anisopliae is a biological insecticide that uses the fungus Metarhizium anisopliae to control various pests.
- Katyayani Metarhizium Anisopliae Bio Insecticide Powder is a unique biological insecticide.
- It Provides long lasting control.
Metarhizium Anisopliae Technical Details
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Technical Name: Talcum based powder formulation of Metarhizium anisopliae
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Mode of Action: Katyayani M.anisopliae when comes in contact with a host’s cuticle, the fungus rapidly grows and proliferates inside the insect. Then it produces toxins that initiate protein degradation. The insect eventually dies because of chemical, mechanical, water loss & nutrient loss effects. Speed of kill depends on the number of spores contacting the insect, insect’s age, susceptibility and environmental conditions.
Key Features & Benefits:
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Metarhizium Anisopliae is an entomopathogenic fungus that causes muscardine disease, it infects and kills a variety of pests, including bugs, weevils, and hoppers. This makes it a valuable tool for sustainable agriculture.
- Katyayani M.anisopliae effectively controls the pests in economically important crops.
- It helps in pest reduction that leads to improved plant health and thereby increase in crop productivity.
- It does not cause harm to the beneficial parasites and useful predators.
- It shows excellent potential for management of thrips in various crop ecosystems.
- It can also be applied at harvest stage.
Metarhizium Anisopliae Usage & Crops
Recommended Crops: Fruit crops, Cole crops, Sugarcane, cotton, groundnut, maize, sorghum, barley, Rice, Potato, Soybean, Ornamentals in greenhouses and nurseries
Target Pests: Root weevils, Black vine weevil, Spittlebug, white grubs, Termites, Japanese beetle, caterpillar, semi toppers, Beetle grubs, Borers, cutworms, Sucking pests like Pyrilla, Mealy bugs, Aphids.
Dosage & Method of Application
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Foliar spray: 1 kg/ 150-200 L of water (Spray should be done during evening hours on both sides of the leaves)
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Soil Application: Mix 2 kg with 150-200 kg of FYM (Spray some water for moisture and cover it with a polythene sheet. Remix the heap after 4 days and again cover the heap. This process should be done under shade. After the complete process for 8-10 days, broadcast this mixture into a 1 Acre field)
Additional Information
- No harm is expected to humans from exposure to Metarhizium Anisopliae by ingesting, inhaling, or touching products containing this active ingredient.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow to the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
