Actara-Thiamethoxam 25% WG (Systemic Insecticide)

 Actara (Thiamethoxam 25% WG): Systemic protection for sap-sucking pests

Sap-sucking insects — aphids, whiteflies, jassids, thrips and early leaf-miner stages — are among the most destructive pests for vegetables, fruits and many field crops. Left unchecked they reduce plant vigor, transmit viruses, and cut yields. Actara, containing Thiamethoxam 25% WG, is a modern systemic insecticide designed to deliver quick knockdown and lasting control of these pests with low-dose applications.

How Actara works
Actara belongs to the neonicotinoid group and acts systemically: it is absorbed by roots and leaves and translocated through the plant’s xylem. This provides protection to newly formed tissue and hidden feeding sites (leaf undersides), offering both contact and stomach action on target pests. Users typically observe rapid reduction in pest activity and residual control lasting up to 10–14 days under normal conditions.

Where and when to use
Actara is recommended across vegetables (tomato, chilli, brinjal), fruits (mango, citrus, grape), and field crops (cotton, paddy, wheat). Apply at early pest infestation or at initial nymphal/larval stages for best results; avoid spraying during peak flowering to protect pollinators. Follow crop-specific dose guidelines and local regulatory restrictions.

Advantages and precautions
The advantages include low dose requirement, rainfastness after absorption, and good compatibility with many fungicides. However, Actara is toxic to honeybees and aquatic organisms — avoid application during flowering and near water bodies. Overuse can lead to resistance; rotate with insecticides from other groups and follow IRAC recommendations.

Responsible use & Mrittika Harvest support
Safe, effective pest control balances protection and sustainability. Mrittika Harvest advises farmers on correct dose, spray timing, pre-harvest intervals and integrated pest management to maximize benefits and reduce risk. For crop-wise spray plans, resistance management advice, or hands-on guidance, contact Mrittika Harvest — we’ll tailor recommendations to your farm, crop and pest pressure.