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Best Agrolife Citigen is a new-generation anthranilic diamide insecticide with systemic and translaminar action. It works by activating ryanodine receptors in insect muscles, causing rapid feeding cessation, paralysis, and death. It provides excellent ovi-larvicidal activity, long residual control, and is highly effective against major lepidopteran pests in field and vegetable crops.

Composition: Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC

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Dosage:
• 0.3–0.5 ml per liter of water
• 60 ml per acre (depending on crop and pest)

Application Method:
• Spray uniformly on both sides of leaves
• Ensure complete crop canopy coverage
• Apply at the early larval stage for best control
• Use clean water and maintain the recommended dosage

Targeted Pests:
• Stem Borer → Protects paddy and maize
• Leaf Folder → Prevents leaf damage in rice
• Fruit Borer → Controls infestation in tomato, chilli, and okra
• Shoot & Fruit Borer → Protects brinjal
• Diamondback Moth → Controls caterpillars in cabbage
• Pod Borer → Protects pigeon pea, chickpea, and black gram
• Tobacco Caterpillar & Semilooper → Controls leaf-feeding caterpillars

Timing:
• Spray during early morning or evening hours
• Apply immediately after the appearance of young larvae

Frequency:
• Repeat after 10–14 days if pest infestation persists

💡 Best Results Tip:
Apply during the early larval stage to stop feeding quickly and achieve maximum residual protection.

Disclaimer:This information is for reference only. Please read and follow the instructions on the product label and the enclosed leaflet before use.

Crops:
Cotton, Paddy (Rice), Maize, Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal (Eggplant), Cabbage, Okra (Bhindi),Soybean, Groundnut, Pigeon Pea, Black Gram, Chickpea (Bengal Gram), Sugarcane, Bitter Gourd

Crop Benefits:
• Stops caterpillar feeding within a short time after application
• Provides excellent control of early larval stages
• Protects leaves, flowers, fruits, and pods from insect damage
• Delivers long-lasting residual protection
• Reduces crop loss caused by borers and caterpillars
• Promotes healthy crop growth by minimizing pest stress
• Provides effective ovi-larvicidal activity
• Suitable for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs
• Helps improve crop quality and productivity
• Contributes to higher marketable yield

Crop Stage:
Vegetative Stage → Controls stem borers and leaf folders in Paddy, Maize, and Sugarcane.
Flowering Stage → Protects Cotton, Chilli, Brinjal, and Cabbage from caterpillars and borers.
Fruiting / Pod Development Stage → Controls fruit borers in Tomato, Okra, and pod borers in Pigeon Pea, Black Gram, and Chickpea.

Safety measures while spraying insecticides:

• Always read and follow the label instructions on the product.
• Wear protective gear like gloves, mask, goggles, full sleeves shirt, and shoes.
• Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking during spraying.
• Do not spray against strong wind to prevent drift.
• Keep children, animals, and untrained persons away from the spraying area.
• Do not mix chemicals unless recommended.
• Wash hands, face, and exposed skin thoroughly after spraying.
• Clean spraying equipment properly after use.
• Store insecticides in original containers, away from food and out of children’s reach.
• Avoid spraying during very hot or rainy weather.
• Dispose empty containers safely, do not reuse them.

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FAQs
1. How does Best Agrolife Citigen work?
It activates insect ryanodine receptors, causing muscle paralysis, immediate feeding cessation, and eventual death.
2. Which pests are controlled by Best Agrolife Citigen?
It controls stem borers, leaf folders, fruit borers, pod borers, diamondback moth, tobacco caterpillars, semiloopers, and girdle beetles.
3. Which crops is Best Agrolife Citigen recommended for?
It is recommended for cotton, paddy, maize, tomato, chilli, brinjal, cabbage, okra, soybean, groundnut, pigeon pea, black gram, chickpea, sugarcane, and bitter gourd.
4. Does Best Agrolife Citigen provide ovi-larvicidal activity?
Yes, it offers excellent ovi-larvicidal activity, helping control both eggs and young larvae.