DESCRIPTION
BASF Valexio Fenmezoditiaz 200 g/I SC Insecticide Details :
- Valexio is a next-generation insecticide developed for effective and long-lasting control of rice hoppers. With its unique formulation powered by Prexio Active, it delivers exceptional residual activity, enhanced systemic movement, and added plant health benefits. Valexio is flexible and easy to use, making it a perfect fit for modern rice farming systems.
- Rainfastness : Resistant to wash-off, making it suitable during wet conditions.
- Plant health enhancer :- Improves photosynthesis, resulting in greener and stronger stems.
- Flexible usage :- Easy integration into different rice farming practices and spray programs.
- Recommended For :- Use Valexio for controlling rice hoppers in paddy fields and to support overall crop vigor and health.
Application Notes
- Apply at early stages of hopper infestation for best results.
- Ensure even spray coverage using recommended equipment.
- Always follow label instructions and local agricultural guidelines.
How Valexio Works
- Targets nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in rice hoppers, which are critical for transmitting nerve signals.
- Blocks signal transmission by interfering with acetylcholine, resulting in paralysis and pest death.
- Stops pests from feeding, reproducing, or damaging crops.
- Built with a chemical structure that resists enzymatic degradation, ensuring high performance even in resistant pest populations.
- Exhibits strong systemic action, spreading throughout the plant for full protection.
Key Features & Benefits
- Outstanding efficacy against rice hoppers and other sucking pests.
- Long residual control ensures extended crop protection.
- Systemic movement leads to uniform plant coverage, including hard-to-reach tissues.
FAQs – BASF Valexio® (Fenmezoditiaz 200 g/L SC Insecticide)
1. What type of insecticide is Valexio and how does it work?
Ans. Valexio is a next-generation systemic insecticide featuring Fenmezoditiaz, a novel mesoionic compound classified under IRAC MoA Group 4E. It modulates insect nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChR), disrupting nerve signaling to immobilize and kill pests.
This action ensures rapid, reliable control of resistant populations.
2. What insect pests does Valexio control, and on which crops is it used?
Ans. Valexio is especially effective against piercing-sucking insects, such as the rice hopper complex—including the brown planthopper. It exhibits excellent activity even towards populations resistant to neonicotinoid insecticides.
3. What key farmer benefits does Valexio offer?
Ans.
- Robust efficacy against hopper infestations
- No cross-resistance with existing neonicotinoids
- Improved plant vigor—with stronger stems, denser canopies, and enhanced root growth reported in treated rice fields
4. How and when should Valexio be applied for best results?
Ans. Valexio is formulated as a 200 g/L Suspension Concentrate. Though crop-specific labels should be referenced for exact rates, general usage aligns with BASF’s launch reports indicating systemic and residual protection suited for the rice transplanting season.
5. Does Valexio help with insecticide resistance management?
Ans. Absolutely. Because of its unique mode of action and lack of cross-resistance, Valexio is an excellent fit for resistance management programs, allowing rotation with other MoA groups.
