Mahakaal
Botanical Insecticide
Mahakaal is a novel research based insecticide developed exclusively for farmers to fight pest menace. It is a natural, totally organic plant based biopesticide which is safe for the environment. It is highly effective against Heliothis and Helicoverpa of chickpea (chana).
Benefits of Mahakaal
- Disease Control
- Eco friendly product
- Almost no residual effect
- Harmless to non-target pests
- Safe for the environment
Application:
Crop |
Insect |
Quantity/acre |
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Mahakaal (ml) |
Water (liters) |
Chick pea, pigeon pea, cowpea, red lentil, kala chana, lobia, masoor, moong and all types of vegetables |
Active against Lepidopteran larvae, particularly the American Bollworm (Hellicoverpa armigera), Pink bollworm (Pectinophera species), spotted bollworm (Erias insulana) diamond back moth (Plutela xylostella (Linnaeus)) and other vegetable pests such as Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineota (Say)) and forest insects. |
300ml |
150-200lit. |
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Mahakaal should be applied according to the chart mentioned above in the evening to the level of drenching. Since it is a stomach poison its results are observed only after 24-48 hrs. of application. After ingestion of the toxin the caterpillar hangs in inverted position on the plants.
Biocontrol Mechanism
The insect toxin present in the formulation actsa s a stomach poison upon ingestion by the insect caterpillar. Annonaceous acetogenins extracted from seeds have pesticidal and/or insect antifeedant properties. This group of C 32/34 fatty-acid-derived natural products, are among the most potent inhibitors of complex I (NADH: ubiquinone oxidoreductase) in the mitochondrial electron transport system.
CAUTION
- Do not treat plants with chemical insecticide further after using Mahakaal.
- Do not spray in strong sunlight. Prefer evening hours for foliar spray.
- Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
PRECAUTIONS
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes during diluting.
- Use protective clothing like rubber gloves, shoes, goggles, face mask etc.
Packing
50ml, 100ml, 250ml, 500ml and 1 liter.
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