Exponus by BASF

Exponus by BASF

Exponus by BASF is a powerful, innovative insecticide formulated with Broflanilide (300 g/L), designed to provide superior control over a broad range of destructive pests. With a unique mode of action targeting the GABA-gated chloride channels of insects, Exponus is particularly effective as a larvicide, protecting crops from key insect pests like fruit and shoot borers, pod borers, cutworms, semiloopers, thrips, and caterpillars. Its versatile application covers a wide variety of crops, including chili, soybean, red gram, brinjal, tomato, cabbage, and maize.

Key Features:

• Active Ingredient: Broflanilide 300 g/L (Suspension Concentrate)
• Target Crops: Chilli, Soybean, Red Gram, Brinjal, Tomato, Cabbage, Maize
• Pests Controlled:
  • Chilli: Fruit & shoot borers, thrips
  • Soybean: Pod borer, common cutworm, semilooper
  • Red Gram: Gram pod borer, Maruca pod borer
  • Brinjal: Fruit & shoot borers, thrips
  • Tomato: Fruit borers, leaf miner
  • Cabbage: Diamondback moth, tobacco leaf-eating caterpillar
  • Maize: Fall armyworm

Mode of Action:
Broflanilide, the active ingredient in Exponus, works by targeting the GABA-gated chloride channels in the insect’s nervous system. This disrupts the nerve signal transmission, leading to paralysis and death of the pests. It is highly effective against insect larvae, offering long-lasting crop protection and minimizing pest infestations.

Benefits:

• Broad-spectrum Insect Control: Targets multiple pests across different crops
• Larvicidal Effect: Particularly effective against insect larvae, reducing pest populations at early stages
• Unique Mode of Action: Ideal for resistance management, with a different mode of action compared to other insecticides
• Safe and Effective: Requires minimal doses while ensuring effective control, making it economical for farmers
• Environmental Safety: Water-based formulation with lower environmental impact

Recommended Crops and Pests:

• Chilli: Effective against fruit & shoot borers (Helicoverpa armigera) and thrips (Scirtothrips dorsalis)
• Soybean: Controls pod borer (Helicoverpa armigera), common cutworm (Spodoptera litura), and semilooper (Chrysodeixis acuta)
• Red Gram: Protects against gram pod borer (Helicoverpa armigera) and Maruca pod borer (Maruca vitrata)
• Brinjal: Targets fruit & shoot borers (Leucinodes orbonalis) and thrips (Thrips tabaci)
• Tomato: Effective against fruit borers (Helicoverpa armigera) and leaf miner (Liriomyza trifolii)
• Cabbage: Controls diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella) and tobacco leaf-eating caterpillar (Spodoptera litura)
• Maize: Provides strong protection against fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda)

Application Recommendations:

• Dosage: Refer to the product leaflet for specific dosage and application instructions for different crops
• Method: Foliar application using appropriate spraying equipment
• Pre-harvest Interval (PHI): Refer to the leaflet for crop-wise PHI details
• Re-entry Period: Avoid entering treated fields for at least 24 hours after application

Safety Precautions:

• Toxic to Aquatic Life and Bees: Avoid spraying near water bodies and during periods when honey bees are foraging
• Protective Gear: Use gloves, masks, and protective clothing while applying the product to prevent skin contact
• First Aid: In case of accidental exposure, refer to the leaflet for symptoms of poisoning and first aid guidelines
• Antidote: No specific antidote is available; treat the patient based on symptoms

Caution:

• Do not use Exponus on crops other than those listed on the label or leaflet
• Avoid contamination of water bodies, as the product is harmful to aquatic life