DESCRIPTION
Corteva Tracer Spinosad 45% SC Insecticide Details :
Mode of Action - |
TRACER enters the insect primarily through contact and ingestion. Contact occurs by direct application or by insect movement on a treated surface. Ingestion occurs from feeding on treated surfaces. Following entry, TRACER acts on a unique neuro-receptor site of the insect. |
Target Pest - |
American Boll worm, Fruit Borer, Thrips, Pod Borer, Leaf miner, Spider mite, Moscquitoes, Ants, Fruit flies, |
Crop - |
Field crops, vegetable Crops, Horticulture crops - Red gram, Cotton, Pea, Pigeon (Cajanus cajan), Pepper, Chili (Capsicum frutescens), Cotton, etc. |
Dose - |
0.20 - 0.30 Ml / Liter of water. |
Features - |
Tracer insect control is based on the active ingredient Spinosad.
• Tracer is produced by the fermentation process from a soil actinomycete, Saccharopolyspora spinosa and possesses the effectiveness of conventional insecticide and the safety of biologicals.
• Tracer is the first product in a unique class of compounds called the naturalyte class.
• Spinosad has an extremely favorable mammalian and non-target toxicology and environmental fate profile.
• It is recommended for cotton, chilli and redgram against Helicoverpa armigera and thrips.
It is recommended for cotton, chilli and redgram against Helicoverpa armigera and thrips.
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FAQs for Corteva Tracer Insecticide (Spinosad 45% SC):
1. What is Corteva Tracer?
Ans. Corteva Tracer is a biological insecticide containing Spinosad 45% SC. It is derived from natural soil bacteria and is highly effective against a wide range of insect pests in crops.
2. Which pests does it control?
Ans. Tracer effectively controls:
Thrips
Fruit borers
Leafminers
Pod borers
Diamondback moths
3. What crops can be treated with Tracer?
Ans. This product is suitable for various crops, including:
Vegetables (Tomato, Brinjal, Cabbage, Cauliflower)
Fruits (Grapes, Mango, Pomegranate)
Pulses (Chickpea, Pigeon Pea)
Oilseeds (Groundnut, Mustard)
4. How does Tracer work?
Ans. Spinosad acts on the nervous system of insects, causing paralysis and death. It is ingested or absorbed through contact, making it effective for both chewing and sucking pests.
5. What is the recommended dosage of Tracer?
Ans.
Use 0.2 to 0.3 ml per liter of water for most crops.
Always refer to the product label for crop-specific recommendations.
6. What are the application guidelines?
Ans.
Dilute the recommended dose in water.
Spray evenly on the crop, ensuring complete coverage.
Apply early morning or late evening for best results.
7. What are the benefits of using Tracer?
Ans.
Derived from natural sources, making it safer for the environment.
Highly effective against resistant pests.
Fast action with long-lasting residual control.
Compatible with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs.