About Pegasus Insecticide
Pegasus Insecticide (Diafenthiuron 50% WP) by Syngenta is a broad-spectrum insecticide for agricultural use. It acts through contact and ingestion against labelled pests such as whiteflies, aphids, thrips, jassids, diamond back moth, mites, capsule borer and red spider mites. It is recommended for crops including cotton, cabbage, chilli, brinjal, cardamom, watermelon, okra, tomato and citrus. Apply Syngenta Pegasus as a foliar spray when pests appear or at the recommended crop stage for proper foliage coverage.
Pegasus Insecticide is a Syngenta India Limited product. It contains Diafenthiuron 50% WP and is a broad-spectrum insecticide for agricultural use. It has contact and ingestion action.
Pegasus Insecticide is used against whiteflies, aphids, thrips, jassids, diamond back moth, mites, capsule borer and red spider mites. It is recommended in cotton, cabbage, chilli, brinjal, cardamom, watermelon, okra, tomato and citrus.
Pegasus Insecticide Technical Name
Diafenthiuron 50% WP
Product Specifications
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Mode of Entry: Contact and Ingestion
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Mode of Action: Diafenthiuron belongs to IRAC Group 12A. It is a thiourea derivative of diphenyl ether and acts by inhibiting mitochondrial ATP synthase. It paralyses the pest, and affected insects remain immobile on the crop until death in about 3 to 4 days.
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Time of Application: At pest appearance or recommended crop stage
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad Spectrum: Controls labelled sucking pests, mites, diamond back moth and capsule borer.
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Effective Against: Whiteflies, aphids, thrips, jassids, diamond back moth, mites, capsule borer and red spider mites.
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Fast Visible Action: The product paralyses the pest, and affected insects remain immobile until death in about 3 to 4 days.
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Quick Rain Fastness: Do not spray if rain is imminent.
Pegasus Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Cotton |
Whiteflies, aphids, thrips and jassids |
240 g |
200 to 400 L |
0.6 to 1.2 g |
21 days |
Cabbage |
Diamond back moth |
240 g |
200 to 300 L |
0.8 to 1.2 g |
7 days |
Chilli |
Mites |
240 g |
200 to 300 L |
0.8 to 1.2 g |
6 days |
Brinjal |
Whitefly |
240 g |
200 to 300 L |
0.8 to 1.2 g |
3 days |
Cardamom |
Thrips and capsule borer |
320 g |
400 L |
0.8 g |
7 days |
Watermelon |
Whiteflies and red spider mites |
240 g |
200 L |
1.2 g |
5 days |
Okra |
Whiteflies, red spider mites and jassids |
240 g |
200 L |
1.2 g |
5 days |
Tomato |
Whiteflies and spider mites |
240 g |
200 L |
1.2 g |
5 days |
Foliar Spray: Apply Pegasus Insecticide as a foliar spray with sufficient water for proper foliage coverage. Use a knapsack sprayer, foot sprayer, compression knapsack sprayer, battery sprayer, power operated sprayer or any other suitable sprayer with a hollow cone nozzle or any other suitable nozzle.
Spray Pegasus Insecticide when the pest appears in the crop. Do not spray during windy weather, during hot hours of the day, when foliage is wet, or when rain is expected.
Cotton: Apply the first spray during the initial appearance of pests and repeat one or two sprays at 15-day intervals, depending on pest intensity.
Cabbage: Apply the first spray at 30 DAT or at the first appearance of pests and repeat one or two sprays at 10–15 day intervals, depending on pest intensity.
Chilli: Apply the first spray at 30 DAT or at the first appearance of pests and repeat one or two sprays at 14–21 day intervals, depending on pest intensity.
Brinjal: Apply the first spray at the first appearance of pests and repeat one or two sprays at 14–21 day intervals, depending on pest intensity.
Cardamom: Apply the first spray at the first appearance of pests and repeat one or two sprays at 21–30 day intervals, depending on pest intensity.
Watermelon, Okra, Tomato, Citrus: Apply the first spray at the first appearance of pests and repeat one or two sprays at 10–15 day intervals, depending on pest intensity.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
- 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.
- Do not use cooking utensils for preparing the spray solution.
- Use a wooden stick for stirring the spray solution.
- Avoid inhalation of fog, vapour or spray mist.
- Wear protective clothing, cap, hat and boots while handling the product.
- Do not blow the nozzle with mouth.
- Do not spray crops under stress.
- Do not store unused spray solution.
- Do not spray when crop canopy is dense and taller than the waist height of the spray operator.
- Do not use during flowering of crops and when bees are pollinating.
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.
- Keep the product under lock and key, away from children, unauthorized persons and animals.
- Do not allow the product to freeze.
Pegasus Insecticide Expert Advice
“Syngenta Pegasus is an excellent broad-spectrum insecticide used to kill insects in various crops. For best results, apply Pegasus Insecticide when the target pest first appears in the crop.” -BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information
- Pegasus Insecticide belongs to IRAC Group 12A.
- Follow IRAC resistance management guidelines where applicable.
- Avoid repeated applications of insecticides with the same mode of action.
- Maximum number of sprays is two to three depending upon pest intensity.
- Re entry period is 24 hours after each spray.
- Observe the recommended pre harvest interval mentioned in the dosage table.
- The product is toxic to bees. Do not use during flowering of crops or when bees are pollinating.
- The product is toxic to fish, crustaceans and other aquatic organisms. Do not use in areas where pisciculture is practiced.
- Do not use this product for any purpose other than those mentioned on the label and leaflet.
- Used packages should not be left outside and should not be reused.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
