Shoku Insecticide
About Shoku Insecticide
Shoku is a contact insecticide offered by IFFCO-MC. It belongs to the thiourea group of insecticides and acts as a stomach poison. Shoku is highly effective on a wide range of crops like Cotton, Chilli, Brinjal, Cardamom, and Cabbage for controlling Whitefly, Aphids, DBM, Mites, and other sucking pests.
It is especially known for its ability to control both adult and nymph stages of pests.
Technical Details
- Technical Name: Diafenthiuron 50% WP
- Mode of Action: Contact & stomach action
- Chemical Group: Thiourea
Key Features & Benefits
- Belongs to a unique chemical class that helps control pests resistant to organophosphates and pyrethroids.
- Strong translaminar activity – controls pests even on the underside of leaves.
- Immediate paralysis of insects; stops feeding instantly and causes death in 3–4 days.
- Safe for beneficial insects – suitable for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs.
Usage & Crop Recommendations
| Crop | Target Pest | Dosage (gm/ml per acre) |
Dilution (L of water) |
Waiting Period (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Whiteflies, Aphids, Thrips, Jassid | 240 gm | 200–400 L | 21 |
| Cabbage | Diamond Back Moth (DBM) | 240 gm | 200–300 L | 7 |
| Chilli | Mites | 240 gm | 200–300 L | 3 |
| Brinjal | Whitefly | 240 gm | 200–300 L | 3 |
| Cardamom | Thrips, Capsule Borer | 320 gm | 400 L | 7 |
| Citrus | Mites | 2 gm/L | 2–3 L/tree | 30 |
Method of Application
- Application Type: Foliar Spray
Additional Information
- Shoku is compatible with most commonly used pesticides.
- Ideal for resistance management as part of an IPM strategy.
Disclaimer: The above information is for reference purposes only. Always refer to the product label and leaflet for exact usage instructions and safety precautions.
| Unit: gms |
| Chemical: Diafenthiuron 50% WP |