DESCRIPTION
IPL Kalichakra (Liquid) Metarhizium anisopliae 2.0% A.S Bio Insecticide Details :
- Kalichakra L (Metarhizium anisopliae) is an eco-friendly biological insecticide. It can effectively control insects pests like white grub and root grub, loopers, cutworms, sucking pests, etc.
- Benefits : Highly effective to control egg, larvae, pupal, nymphal, stages of white grubs beetle, cutworms, termites, and sucking pests like Pyrilla, Mealy bugs, and Aphids
- Mode of Action : It infects all the stages of insects including eggs, larvae, pupal, nymphal, and adult’s. The spores attach to insect skin, germinate and penetrate the insect body, and cause mortality by feeding on the insect, leakage of internal contents, and toxins such as dextrusion released by the fungus. The insect body ultimately gets covered with green mycelium and spores, which may get dispersed and cause subsequent infections.
- Method of Application : Foliar spray –It can be applied at a dosage of 1L per acre in 150-200 liters of water. As a foliar spray apply uniformly over crop using a hand sprayer or power sprayer with an appropriate hollow cone nozzle for fine mist generation.
- Important recommendation/direction for use - Application at the time of pest appearance. Repeat application after 7 days. A number of applications depend upon pest infestation.
- Technical Name:Metarhizium anisopliae 2.0% A.S.
- Purpose:Effective Control of Root Grub, Termites & Sucking Pests
- Dosage: Foliar application: 1 liter per 200 liters of water
- Crops: CIB Label:Groundnut
- Recommended Crops: -Sugarcane, Cotton, Groundnut, Maize, Sorghum, Barley, Rice, Potato, Soybean, Oranges, Vegetables and Fruit crops
FAQs for IPL Kalichakra Liquid Metarhizium Anisopliae 2.0% AS Bio Insecticide
1. What is IPL Kalichakra Liquid Metarhizium Anisopliae 2.0% AS Bio Insecticide?
Answer: This is a bio-insecticide containing the fungus Metarhizium anisopliae, designed to control a variety of insect pests by using biological mechanisms.
2. How does Metarhizium anisopliae function as an insecticide?
Answer: The fungus infects insects by attaching to their exoskeleton, penetrating the cuticle, and growing inside the host, which eventually leads to the insect's death due to nutrient depletion and fungal toxins.
3. What types of pests are effectively controlled by this product?
Answer: IPL Kalichakra is effective against a range of pests including beetles, weevils, and other soil-dwelling pests.
4. What is the recommended application method for this insecticide?
Answer: The liquid should be mixed with water according to the recommended ratio on the label and applied to the affected areas using a sprayer for even coverage.
5. Is IPL Kalichakra Liquid suitable for organic farming?
Answer: Yes, this product is suitable for use in organic farming practices as it utilizes natural biological control methods.
6. What precautions should be taken during application?
Answer: Users should wear protective clothing, gloves, and a mask to avoid direct contact with the product. Avoid inhaling or ingesting the liquid.
7. How should the product be stored?
Answer: Store IPL Kalichakra in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture to maintain the viability of the fungal spores.
