Katyayani EMA 5 is a potent insecticide and acaricide formulated with emamectin benzoate 5% SG. Emamectin benzoate disrupts insect nervous systems, leading to paralysis and eventual elimination of target pests. EMA 5 provides systemic protection against harmful insects like boll worms, fruit borers, thrips, mites, and other significant pests that threaten crop yields. It offers comprehensive protection for crops such as cotton, okra, cabbage, and many other vegetable and fruit crops.
Target pests of Emamectin Benzoate Insecticide
EMA 5 primarily targets Lepidoptera order (moths and butterflies) at their larval (caterpillar) stage, such as Boll worms, Fruit, Shoot and pod borer, Diamondback moth, Thrips, Tea looper, Mites.
Target crops of Emamectin Benzoate Insecticide
The target crops for Katyayani EMA 5 are Green Gram, Cotton, Tea, Red Gram, Cabbage, Brinjal, Chilli and many vegetable and fruit crops.
Mode of Action (Emamectin Benzoate Insecticide)
- EMA5 is a non-systemic insecticide which penetrates leaf tissues by trans-laminar movement.
- Involves disrupting nerve signal transmission in insects, leading to paralysis of muscles responsible for movement and feeding, ultimately causing insect death.
Dosage of Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG Insecticide
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For Domestic Use : Take 1 Gram of Ema5 per 1 Litre of Water.
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For Large Applications : 80-100 grams per Acre Foliar Spray.
Recommended crops
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Recommended pests
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Formulation(g)
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Dilution in water(liters)
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Grapes
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Thrips
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88
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200
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Green Gram
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Pod borer
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88
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200
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Cotton
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Bollworms
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76 - 88
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200
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Chickpea
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Pod borer
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88
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200
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Tea
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Tea looper
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80
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200
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Cabbage
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Diamondback moth
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60 - 80
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200
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Red gram
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Pod borer
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88
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200
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Brinjal
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Fruit and shoot borer
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80
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200
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Okra
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Fruit and shoot borer
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54 - 68
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200
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Chilli
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Fruit borer, Thrips and Mites
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80
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200
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Key benefits of EMA 5 Insecticide
Some of the key benefits of EMA 5 are:
- Emamectin benzoate has a longer residual activity compared to some other insecticides. This means it continues to provide protection against pests for an extended period after application.
- It is relatively safe for beneficial insects like pollinators and predators, making it a suitable choice for integrated pest management (IPM) programs.
- EMA 5 is a water soluble granular insecticide formulation used at very low dose and also compatible with all other insecticides.
Emamectin benzoate 5 SG Related FAQs
Q. What is the technical name of EMA 5?
A. The technical name of EMA 5 is Emamectin benzoate 5% SG
Q. What is the price of Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG 1kg Bottle?
A. The Emamectin benzoate price is around 1,350 rupees of 1 kg Bottle.
Q. What is the recommended insecticide for Pod Borer pests in Green Gram Crop?
A. EMA 5 (emamectin benzoate 5sg ) insecticide is one of the recommended for pod borer pests in Green Gram crop.
Q. Does EMA 5 insecticide work against tea looper?
A. Yes, Emamectin benzoate 5% SG is recommended for the Tea looper pest.
Q. What are the target pests of EMA 5 in the Brinjal crop?
A. The target pests of EMA 5 in the Brinjal crop are primarily the Fruit and Shoot Borer. EMA 5, containing Emamectin Benzoate, is effective against these specific pests in Brinjal plants.
Q. What is the minimal dosage of EMA 5?
A. The minimal dosage of EMA 5 varies by crop and pest, with specific applications ranging from 80-100 grams per Acre Foliar Spray.
Q. What are the target pests of emamectin benzoate?
A. EMA 5 primarily targets Lepidoptera order (moths and butterflies) at their larval (caterpillar) stage.
Q. What are the benefits of using Emamectin benzoate 5% SG?
A. The major benefit of EMA 5 is reduced impact on non target organisms, and effective control of target pests.
Q. How should Emamectin benzoate 5% SG be applied?
A. Emamectin benzoate 5% SG is usually applied as a foliar spray or through soil application, depending on the target pest and crop.