DESCRIPTION
Shriram Profen Plus Profenofos 40% EC + Cypermethrin 4% EC Insecticides Details :
- It is a non-systemic insecticide with contact and stomach action.
- Combination product of organophosphorus and pyrethroid compound
- Very effective in controlling bollworm complexes
- Target Crop: Cotton
- Method of Application: Spraying
- Dosage: 400 – 600 ml/acre
This Product is Restricted in Kerala State.
FAQs – Shriram Profen Plus (Profenofos 40% EC + Cypermethrin 4% EC)
1. What is Shriram Profen Plus and how does it work?
Ans. Shriram Profen Plus is a non-systemic, dual-action insecticide combining two active ingredients:
- Profenofos (Organophosphate): Inhibits the enzyme acetylcholinesterase, disrupting pest nerve signals.
- Cypermethrin (Pyrethroid): Targets sodium channels in nerve cells, causing rapid paralysis and death.
- This combination ensures both contact and stomach-based pest control, delivering fast knockdown and long-lasting effects.
2. Which crops and pests does it target?
Ans. It is highly effective against bollworm complexes on cotton, and also controls sucking pests like jassids, thrips, aphids, and whiteflies on multiple crops including vegetables and field crops.
3. What is the recommended dosage and application method?
Ans.
- Dosage: ~400–600 ml per acre (roughly 2.6 ml per liter of water; 40 ml per 15 L knapsack)
- Application: Foliar spray, applied as early as the insect infestation appears.
4. How quickly does it control pests, and what benefits can farmers expect?
Ans.
- Rapid knockdown of both chewing and sucking pests.
- Long residual action—effective control even under continued pest pressure.
- Cost-effective due to its dual action and fewer spray requirements.
5. Does using Profen Plus aid in resistance management?
Ans. Yes. Combining two different modes of action (organophosphate + pyrethroid) reduces the risk of pest resistance, making it a strategic choice within IPM rotations.
6. What safety and environmental precautions should be taken?
Ans.
- Handle with care—both active ingredients are moderately hazardous to humans and highly toxic to aquatic life and beneficial insects.
- Always wear PPE (gloves, mask, goggles), avoid spraying near water bodies, and minimize drift, especially during flowering.
