Specification :

• 1 x 10¹⁰ SPORES/ML

Benefits :

Advantages of BTK:

1. Targeted Action:BTK specifically targets caterpillar pests. It is highly selective in its toxicity towards insects in the order Lepidoptera, including caterpillars, while posing little to no harm to beneficial insects, pollinators, mammals, birds, or aquatic life. This specificity allows for targeted pest control while minimizing adverse effects on non-target organisms.
2. Environmental Safety: BTK has a long history of safe use in pest management. It is considered safe for humans, as well as mammals, birds, and aquatic life. It quickly breaks down in the environment and does not persist, reducing the risk of accumulation or long-term ecological impact.
3. Resistance Management: BTK is an effective tool for managing and preventing resistance in pest populations. By integrating Btk with other pest control measures, such as crop rotation, cultural practices, and the use of different insecticides with distinct modes of action, the development of resistance can be slowed or prevented. This is crucial for maintaining the long-term efficacy of pest control strategies.

Application Guidelines for BTK:

1. Application:Spray thoroughly, ensuring all plant surfaces are covered.
2. Timing:Apply when larvae are less than 5 mm long or when eggs begin to hatch. Btk is most effective on young larvae.
3. Temperature Considerations: Apply in the late afternoon in hot climates to maximize effectiveness during cooler hours.
4. Water pH: Do not mix Btk concentrate with alkaline water (pH 8 or higher). Acidify water by adding white vinegar if necessary.

Recommended crops for BTK:

1. Vegetables, fruits, ornamentals, and field crops.

Recommended application :

1. Foliar sprays, pre-planting applications to seed, post-pruning treatments, incorporation in the soil during seeding or transplant, watering by irrigation, or applied as a root drench or dip.

Dosage :

1. 1 litre of our culture = 100 litre of culture liquid or 100 kg of powder

Packing : 1kg Silver Pouch