Active Ingredient Profile and Acetylcholinesterase Action
Tafgor contains Dimethoate (30% EC), a systemic organophosphate insecticide with contact and stomach action.
It works by inhibiting the acetylcholinesterase (AChE) enzyme in the insect nervous system, preventing acetylcholine breakdown and causing continuous nerve firing, tremors, paralysis, and death.
Its systemic vascular movement enables it to penetrate plant tissues and control concealed sucking pests feeding on lower leaf surfaces.
- Formulation: 30 percent Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC)
- Dual action: Contact knockdown combined with systemic vascular penetration
- Acaricidal suppression: Delivers secondary suppression against phytophagous spider mites
Target Pests and Approved Crop Applications
Tafgor is registered across cotton, pulses, oilseeds, vegetables, and fruit orchards.
Foliar applications should be initiated when pest scouting reveals sucking pest densities crossing economic threshold levels.
- Cotton: Controls aphids, jassids, and thrips during early vegetative stages
- Vegetables and chilies: Suppresses whiteflies, aphids, and leaf miners
- Fruit orchards: Manages fruit flies, psyllids, and mealybug crawlers in mango and citrus
Application Guidelines, Mixing, and Safety
Dilute the required emulsifiable concentrate in clean water with agitation and apply using high-volume knapsack sprayers.
Because organophosphates are toxic to honeybees and aquatic organisms, avoid spraying during crop blooming hours or near waterways.
Applicators must wear full personal protective clothing during preparation and spraying.
- Spray timing: Apply early in the morning with high-volume knapsack or boom sprayers
- Pollinator safety: Avoid application during crop bloom when honeybees are actively foraging
- Personal protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, protective clothing, and eye goggles during preparation
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Common questions
What is the active chemical in Rallis Tafgor?
Tafgor contains Dimethoate 30% EC, a systemic organophosphate insecticide and acaricide.
Does Tafgor control sucking pests inside leaf tissues?
Yes, its systemic vascular mobility allows it to penetrate leaf tissues and control concealed sap-sucking pests like leaf miners and aphids.
What is the medical antidote for organophosphate poisoning?
Atropine sulphate, often accompanied by Pralidoxime (PAM), is the specific medical antidote administered under professional supervision.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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