Flagship Crop Protection and Herbicide Formulations
PI Industries offers specialized agricultural chemistry formulated to tackle resistant pests and stubborn weed complexes in staple crops. Flagship products include post-emergence selective herbicides like Nominee Gold (Bispyribac Sodium 10% SC), which targets major grasses, sedges, and broadleaf weeds in direct-seeded and transplanted paddy fields without injuring the main rice crop.
The portfolio also features advanced insecticides such as Osheen (Dinotefuran 20% SG) for managing brown planthopper and systemic sucking insects, and Keefun (Tolfenpyrad 15% EC) for broad-spectrum thrips and lepidopteran control across high-value horticulture and field crops.
- Nominee Gold (Bispyribac Sodium 10% SC): Selective post-emergence herbicide for broadleaf, grass, and sedge weeds in paddy.
- Osheen (Dinotefuran 20% SG): Third-generation neonicotinoid providing rapid knockdown against sucking pests like BPH and whiteflies.
- Keefun (Tolfenpyrad 15% EC): Advanced contact insecticide controlling thrips, diamondback moth, and sucking complexes.
- Brofreya and Awkira: Innovative proprietary chemistries developed for resistant insect pest and weed control.
Plant Health and Biostimulant Solutions
Beyond chemical protection, PI Industries provides specialized plant nutrition and bio-stimulant products designed to enhance plant vigor, root development, and abiotic stress tolerance. A key solution is Biovita, an organic extract derived from marine brown algae (Ascophyllum nodosum).
Biovita supplies naturally occurring plant growth substances, amino acids, and micronutrients that encourage deeper rooting, better nutrient absorption, profuse flowering, and improved fruit setting when applied as soil granules or foliar spray.
- Biovita Granules and Liquid: Natural seaweed extract formulation rich in enzymes, betaines, and plant bio-regulators.
- Stress Resilience: Assists crops in withstanding moisture fluctuations, heat shock, and transplanting trauma.
- Yield Quality: Enhances chlorophyll formation, crop canopy architecture, and uniform produce sizing.
Stewardship and Safe Application Practices
Responsible use of crop protection inputs requires careful adherence to manufacturer guidelines and statutory CIBRC labels. Farmers must rotate active ingredients across different Insecticide Resistance Action Committee (IRAC) and Herbicide Resistance Action Committee (HRAC) groups to avoid building pest and weed resistance.
Applicators must wear protective clothing including masks, gloves, and eye shields during preparation and spraying. Always observe prescribed pre-harvest intervals (PHI) to maintain harvest safety and prevent chemical residues in harvested produce.
- Dilution Precision: Calibrate knapsack or power sprayers and use recommended clean water volumes per acre.
- Protective Equipment: Wear protective face masks, gloves, and impermeable boots during all handling steps.
- Resistance Management: Alternate chemicals with distinct modes of action within a seasonal spray schedule.
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Common questions
What is Nominee Gold primarily used for in Indian agriculture?
Nominee Gold contains Bispyribac Sodium 10% SC, a selective post-emergence herbicide specifically formulated to control grasses, sedges, and broadleaf weeds in nursery, direct-seeded, and transplanted rice fields.
How does Osheen insecticide manage sucking pests?
Osheen contains Dinotefuran 20% SG, a systemic neonicotinoid that binds to insect nerve receptors, causing rapid feeding cessation and mortality in brown planthoppers, jassids, and whiteflies.
What are the benefits of applying Biovita to crops?
Biovita is an organic biostimulant derived from brown seaweed that supplies trace minerals and natural growth regulators, strengthening root architecture, enhancing flowering, and improving crop tolerance to environmental stresses.
Where can farmers check approved dosage and crop labels for PI products?
Farmers should consult official product container labels or verify statutory approvals on the Central Insecticides Board and Registration Committee (CIBRC) portal.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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