HELITEC® is a specific bio-insecticide against Lepidoptera of the Helicoverpa family.
An innovative solution based on highly concentrated HearNPV, HELITEC® acts by ingestion in two stages: first, the virus attacks the digestive tract of the larvae, which stop feeding and die.
Secondly, the infected bodies of the larvae release millions of viruses which in turn infect other larvae. This double action allows an optimal regulation of the treated populations.
Composition
• Helicoverpa armigera NPV - 8% - 5 x 1012 polyhedron per litre
• Concentrated suspension formula (SC)
Benefits:
Mode of Action:
- Contact: After spraying Helitec SC the larva ingests it and gets infected by the virus
- Infestation and death: The virus multiplies in the insect's body, causing it's death
- Release: The decaying body of the dead larva releases millions of viruses into the environment
- New infestation: The release of these viruses contaminates the next generation of larva
Doses and crops
| CROP | DISEASE | DOSE | COMMENTARY |
| Cotton | Cotton bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera) | 0.5 L/ha (spray volume 15-16 L/ha) | Apply when the first eggs or juvenile larvae (0-7 mm) are present. Repeat application every 7-14 days until pest is controlled. As HELITEC® is UV-sensitive, it is recommended to apply it at the end of the day for greater effectiveness. Apply with a conventional sprayer and ensure coverage of all aerial parts by the product. DRE(h) : 4 hours DAR(J) : 0 When HELITEC® is used in mixture with another product, respect the DAR of this product. |
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