Active chemical ingredient and systemic uptake
Dantotsu contains Clothianidin 50% WDG (water dispersible granules), a second-generation neonicotinoid delivering systemic and translaminar insect control.
It acts on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the central nervous system of insects, interrupting neural impulse transmission. The chemical is absorbed rapidly by roots and foliage, translocating systemically to protect all growing vegetative tissues.
- Active chemical: Clothianidin 50% WDG.
- Formulation quality: Water dispersible granules dissolve instantly in spray tanks without dusting or clumping.
- Acro-petally systemic: Rapid root and foliar absorption providing long-lasting residual protection against persistent sucking pests.
Target crops and approved pest coverage
Dantotsu is registered in India across major field crops, commercial plantations, and horticultural fruit crops.
It is recognized for controlling Brown Planthopper (BPH) in rice and subterranean root grubs in sugarcane and groundnut.
- Paddy (Rice): Brown Planthopper (Nilaparvata lugens) and White Backed Planthopper (WBPH).
- Cotton: Jassids, aphids, and thrips during vegetative and flowering phases.
- Sugarcane: White grub control through targeted soil application and setts drenching.
- Grapes: Thrips and mealybugs damaging developing berry clusters.
Application methods and resistance management
Dantotsu can be applied as a foliar spray or through soil drenching depending on whether the target pest is foliar or subterranean.
For rice planthoppers, direct the spray toward the lower base of paddy stems where brown planthoppers congregate.
- Rice BPH application: Direct spray nozzle at the base of rice hills to reach hidden planthopper colonies in standing water margins.
- Soil application: Mix with clean water and drench the root zone during early infestation of root grubs.
- Resistance management: Alternate with non-neonicotinoid chemistries (such as Pymetrozine or Triflumezopyrim) to prevent pest tolerance.
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Common questions
What active ingredient is present in Dantotsu insecticide?
Dantotsu contains Clothianidin 50% WDG, a systemic neonicotinoid insecticide.
Does Dantotsu effectively control Brown Planthopper (BPH) in rice?
Yes, Dantotsu is widely recommended for controlling Brown Planthoppers and White Backed Planthoppers when sprayed at the base of rice plants.
Can Dantotsu be applied as a soil application for root grubs?
Yes, it is registered for soil application and drenching to control white grubs and subterranean pests in sugarcane and groundnut.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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