Active ingredient and mode of action
- Powered by Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% Suspension Concentrate (SC), belonging to the anthranilic diamide family (IRAC Group 28).
- Targets and binds to insect ryanodine receptors in muscle cells, stimulating the unregulated depletion of internal calcium ions.
- Induces rapid muscle contraction, paralysis, immediate cessation of feeding, and subsequent mortality of caterpillar larvae.
Target pests and registered crops
- Paddy: Yellow stem borer (Scirpophaga incertulas) and leaf folder (Cnaphalocrocis medinalis).
- Sugarcane: Early shoot borer (Chilo infuscatellus) and top borer.
- Cotton: American bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera) and spotted bollworm.
- Vegetables and pulses: Pod borer in pigeon pea and chickpea, fruit borer in tomato, and diamondback moth in cabbage.
Retail pricing transparency and purchasing guidelines
- Agrochemical retail prices fluctuate across pack sizes (commonly available in 10 ml, 30 ml, 60 ml, and 150 ml bottles).
- Farmers should purchase only sealed original bottles from authorized agricultural input dealers and insist on a valid GST invoice.
- Check the manufacturer's printed Maximum Retail Price (MRP), batch number, manufacturing date, and expiry date on the container label.
- Adhere strictly to CIBRC approved label dosages and wear protective equipment during mixing and foliar application.
Official source
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Common questions
What is the active ingredient in Coragen?
Coragen contains Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC (Suspension Concentrate).
Why do Coragen retail prices vary in local markets?
Prices differ based on pack volume, distributor logistics, state taxes, and seasonal agricultural demand.
How should farmers verify genuine Coragen bottles?
Buy from licensed dealers with a printed GST bill, verify the 3D tamper-evident security seal, and check the printed batch details.
Which pests are primarily controlled by Coragen?
Lepidopteran caterpillar pests, including stem borers in paddy, shoot borers in sugarcane, and pod/fruit borers in pulses and vegetables.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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