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Dhanuka Media Insecticide (Imidacloprid 17.8% SL)
DHANUKA
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Size * : 100 ml
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Description
Dhanuka Media Insecticide – Trusted Systemic Protection Against Sucking Pests
Dhanuka Media (Imidacloprid 17.8% SL) is one of the most widely trusted and heavily utilized systemic insecticides in Indian agriculture. Known for its rapid action, economic value, and excellent root-systemic properties, Media is the go-to solution for farmers battling a wide complex of sucking pests. From Cotton and Chilli to Paddy fields, it provides a reliable, long-lasting protective shield, ensuring your crops stay vigorous, green, and stress-free during their most critical growth stages!
🔬 Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| 🏢 Brand | Dhanuka Agritech Limited |
| 🧪 Technical Name | Imidacloprid 17.8% SL (Soluble Liquid) |
| 🎯 Product Type | Systemic Broad-Spectrum Insecticide |
| 🛑 Target Pests | Aphids, Jassids, Thrips, Whiteflies, Brown Plant Hoppers (BPH), and Termites |
| 🌱 Target Crops | Cotton, Paddy (Rice), Chilli, Sugarcane, Mango, Sunflowers, and Vegetables |
| ⚙️ Chemical Class | Neonicotinoid |
⚙️ How It Works (The Science of Media)
Dhanuka Media utilizes a highly efficient systemic mode of action to protect the plant from the inside out:
🍃 Acropetal Translocation: Once applied, the Soluble Liquid (SL) formulation is quickly absorbed by the plant (via roots or leaves) and moves upwards, spreading evenly through the plant's vascular system.
🛑 Nervous System Attack: When sucking pests pierce the plant tissues to feed on the sap, they ingest the chemical. It immediately binds to their central nervous system receptors.
⏱️ Rapid Knockdown: This overstimulates the nerves, leading to paralysis, cessation of feeding within hours, and ultimate death of the pest.
✨ Key Features & Benefits
🛡️ Long-Lasting Protection: Because the chemical resides inside the plant's system, it provides an extended period of control (often 10-14 days), protecting new shoot growth and reducing the frequency of repeat sprays.
💰 Highly Economical: Offers outstanding pest control at a very affordable price point, making it a staple for large acreage farming.
🌧️ Rainfastness: Once fully absorbed by the leaf surface (usually within a few hours), it cannot be easily washed away by sudden rains.
🌱 Multi-Purpose Application: Extremely versatile. It can be used as a foliar spray for standing crops, a seed treatment for early protection, or a soil drench for devastating underground pests like termites.
📋 Dosage & Application Guidelines
| 📍 Crop | 🐛 Target Pests | ⚖️ Recommended Dosage |
| Cotton & Chilli | Aphids, Jassids, Thrips, Whiteflies | 100 to 125 ml per Acre |
| Paddy (Rice) | Brown Plant Hopper (BPH), Green Leaf Hopper | 100 to 125 ml per Acre |
| Termite Control | Termites (Soil Application) | 2.5 to 3 ml per Litre of water (Soil Drench) |
| Water Volume | Mix thoroughly with clean water | 150 to 200 Liters per Acre |
💡 PRO-TIP FOR FARMERS: In the major Cotton and Chilli growing belts of Amravati and the Vidarbha region, early-season Jassid and Aphid attacks can severely stunt crop establishment. To get the best results with Dhanuka Media, apply it as a preventive foliar spray roughly 30 to 40 days after sowing. Additionally, if you face heavy termite issues in dry spells, a targeted soil drench with Media around the root zone works wonders to save the plant stand!
🛡️ Safety & Handling Precautions
Application Timing: Spray during the cooler hours of the day (early morning or late afternoon). Avoid spraying during peak flowering periods when bees and other pollinators are actively foraging.
Compatibility: Compatible with most commonly used fungicides and fertilizers, making it easy to include in tank mixes (always perform a small jar test first).
Safety Gear: Wear protective gloves, a mask, and goggles while measuring, mixing, and spraying. Avoid inhalation or direct skin contact.
