Novel active ingredient and mode of action
- Contains Broflanilide, categorized under IRAC Group 30 as a GABA-gated chloride channel allosteric modulator.
- Binds to a distinct target site on insect GABA receptors, causing uncontrolled neural excitation, paralysis, and rapid death.
- Possesses no cross-resistance with existing organophosphates, synthetic pyrethroids, or ryanodine receptor modulators.
Target pests and labeled crop uses
- Chilli: Controls severe infestations of black thrips (Thrips parvispinus), standard chilli thrips, and fruit borers.
- Maize: Provides fast-acting control against Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) during critical vegetative whorl stages.
- Brinjal and tomato: Suppresses fruit and shoot borer (Leucinodes orbonalis) and Helicoverpa caterpillar complexes.
- Cabbage and cauliflower: Controls diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella) larvae exhibiting multi-chemical resistance.
Field application and stewardship
- Apply at economic threshold levels using a knapsack or motorized sprayer equipped with hollow-cone nozzles.
- Ensure thorough wetting of plant foliage, directing sprays into the whorl in maize and throughout the canopy in vegetables.
- Follow CIBRC approved label dosages, observe pre-harvest intervals, and rotate chemistries for sustainable pest management.
Official source
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Common questions
What is the active ingredient in Exponus insecticide?
Exponus contains Broflanilide 300 g/L SC, belonging to IRAC Group 30.
Which difficult pests are controlled by Exponus?
It effectively controls fall armyworm in maize, black thrips in chilli, and fruit borers in brinjal and tomato.
Does Exponus work on pests resistant to other insecticides?
Yes, because of its novel binding site on GABA receptors, it overcomes resistance to older insecticide classes.
Where can farmers find approved label dosages for Exponus?
On the manufacturer's product packaging and the official CIBRC portal (cibrc.nic.in).
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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