Cocktail is a combination of an insect growth regulator and a pyrethroid. The combination product offers multi-action control of whitefly pest in cotton crop. It directly kills nymphal stage of the pest as well as inhibits reproductive capacity of the adult pest due to growth regulating activity of Pyriproxyfen. Adding Bifenthrin, leads to the knock-down kill of adult whitefly pest, thus giving complete control at both the stage of whitefly. It also prevents further buildup of the pest. Warning :- 1. Not to be used on crops and pests other than mentioned on label and leaflet. 2. No to be used for post harvest application. 3. Very toxic to fish, hence harmful to aquatic organism therefore, not be used near aquaculture. Do not contaminate lakes, rivers, ponds and streams.
Direction Of Use: Method of application: It should be applied as knapsack spray. No specific soil
conditions are prescribed. Uniform coverage is necessary for effective control of insect pests. A simple knapsack sprayer fitted with hollow cone nozzle type can be used for spraying. Preparation of Spray Solution: Mix the recommended dose in ¼ of the recommended quantity of water to the spray tank with agitation. Add remaining quantity of water with continuous agitation. Ensure complete dispersion of the product in mix water before spraying of the spray solution. Maintain agitation while spraying.
Time of application : Apply as soon as the insect population begins to appear in the field but before it
reaches Economic Threshold (ETL). Weather should be clear, calm, no rains and no strong winds. No. of application: 3 sprays at an interval of 15 days interval depending upon the pest infestation. Avoid the spray if toxic to bees during bloom or when bees are present in the field. Before applying any Pesticide take into account the stage of plant development the soil type and condition, the temperature, moisture and wind. Injury may also result from the use of incompatible materials. Re-entry Period: Don’t enter or allow worker entry into treated area during the restricted entry interval (REI) of 12 hours.
Precautions: Protective clothing should be worn while mixing and spraying. Wash contaminated clothes and body parts of the body after application. Avoid inhalation. Do not smoke, drink, eat or chew anything during application.