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Katyayani IMD 178 is a systemic neonicotinoid insecticide with contact and stomach action. It is rapidly absorbed by plants and provides long-lasting protection against a wide range of sucking insect pests. It is suitable for field crops, vegetables, fruit crops, and plantation crops.

Composition: Imidacloprid 17.8% SL

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Dosage:
• 2–4 ml per liter of water (home garden use)
• 100–150 ml per acre (general recommendation)

Application Method:
• Spray uniformly on both sides of leaves.
• Ensure complete coverage of the crop canopy.
• Apply at the initial stage of pest infestation.
• Use clean water and the recommended dosage.

Targeted Pests:
• Aphids → Controls sap-sucking insects
• Whiteflies → Reduces virus transmission and honeydew
• Thrips → Protects leaves and flowers
• Jassids → Prevents leaf curling and yellowing
• Brown Plant Hopper (BPH) → Protects paddy
• White Backed Plant Hopper (WBPH) → Controls hopper infestation
• Green Leaf Hopper (GLH) → Protects rice plants
• Termites → Protects sugarcane
• Leaf Miner → Controls mining damage
• Citrus Psylla → Protects citrus crops
• Mango Hopper → Reduces flower and fruit damage
• Flea Beetle → Protects grape foliage

Timing:
• Spray during early morning or evening.
• Apply when pests first appear.

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

💡 Best Results Tip:
Apply at the early stage of infestation to achieve maximum systemic protection and long-lasting control.

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), Sugarcane, Chilli, Tomato, Brinjal, Okra, Groundnut, Sunflower, Mango, Citrus, Grapes, Tea

Crop Benefits:
• Provides excellent systemic protection against sucking pests
• Quickly controls insect feeding activity
• Protects tender leaves and new shoots
• Reduces pest-transmitted viral diseases
• Promotes healthy vegetative growth
• Protects flowers and developing fruits
• Provides long-lasting residual control
• Improves crop quality and uniform growth
• Reduces yield loss caused by sucking insects
• Suitable for integrated pest management (IPM)

Crop Stage:
Vegetative Stage → Controls aphids, whiteflies, jassids, and thrips in Cotton, Chilli, Tomato, and Okra.
Tillering Stage → Protects Paddy from Brown Plant Hopper, White Backed Plant Hopper, and Green Leaf Hopper.
Flowering & Fruiting Stage → Controls mango hopper, citrus psylla, leaf miner, and other sucking pests in Mango, Citrus, and Grapes.

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. What is Katyayani IMD 178 used for?
It is used to control aphids, whiteflies, thrips, jassids, plant hoppers, termites, leaf miners, psylla, and mango hoppers
2. How does Katyayani IMD 178 work?
It acts as a systemic insecticide with contact and stomach action, disrupting the insect nervous system and stopping feeding
3. Does Katyayani IMD 178 provide systemic protection?
Yes. It is absorbed by the plant and moves upward through the plant, providing long-lasting protection against sucking pests.
4. Why do farmers prefer Katyayani IMD 178?
Farmers prefer it because of its systemic action, quick knockdown, long residual protection, broad-spectrum control, and effectiveness against major sucking pests.