DIMETHOATE 400 EC

Always read the label before use.

An emulsifiable concentrate systemic and contact insecticide for the control of insects as indicated. DIMETHOATE 400 EC will assist in controlling Codling moth in apples and pears and non-organophosphate resistant Mealybugs in grape vines.

Cereals

Features

DIMETHOATE 400 EC is an organophosphate, IRAC group code 1B insecticide containing dimethoate.
DIMETHOATE 400 EC functions by interfering with cholinesterase, an enzyme essential for the proper functioning of the nervous system of insects.
Systemic insecticide that acts on the central nervous system of insects through both contact and ingestion (stomach).
Broad-spectrum insecticide.
Fast-acting knockdown insecticide, that is a good candidate for use in an IPM system.
Unlike organochlorine pesticides, organophosphorus insecticides, such as dimethoate, do not persist in the
environment.
Absorbed and translocated within the plant in sufficient concentrations to kill insects that feed on the plant.
Controls a large number of different aphids.

Do's & Don'ts

Apply at first signs of infestation when few ladybird beetles and other predators are present.
Optimal results obtained if applied when the crops are actively growing.
Integrate other control methods (chemical, cultural and biological) into insect control programme to limit resistance development.
A minimum of 30 ℓ/ha water is required for aerial applications to avoid phytotoxicity.
Compatible with other registered Villa Crop Protection products.
Do not apply if undersown with other crops.

Usage Rate

Barley
Russian aphid:
750 mℓ /ha DIMETHOATE 400 EC

Green and brown aphids:
500 to 750 mℓ /ha DIMETHOATE 400 EC (use higher dosage under dry conditions).

Wheat:
Russian aphid:
750 mℓ/ha (winter rainfall regions only)
960 mℓ/ha DIMETHOATE 400 EC plus
640 mℓ/ha PARATHION 500 EC

Green and brown aphid:
500 to 750 mℓ/ha
or
300 to 500 mℓ/ha plus
200 to 300 mℓ/ha PARATHION 500 EC (use higher dosage on wheat under irrigation and dryland wheat, after early piping stage).

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT

dimethoate (organophosphate) 400 g/l

PACKAGING

5L, 20L

REG. NO.

L 8455 Act No. 36 of 1947

W 130132 / N-AR 1878

REGISTRATION DETAILS

UNIVERSAL CROP PROTECTION (PTY) LTD.
Co. Reg. No. 1983/008184/07
65 Botes Road, Glen Marais, Kempton Park, 1619
Tel. (011) 396 2233

CROPS & TARGET

ApplesBarleyBeansCabbageCanolaCauliflowerCitrusCottonFlowersGroundnutsLucernePeachesPearsPineapplesPlumsPotatoesProteasRosesSorghumStrawberriesTable GrapesTobaccoWheatWine GrapesCucurbitsApples - AphidsApples - Bryobia miteApples - MealybugApples - Woolly aphidBarley - Brown aphidsBarley - Green aphidsBarley - Russian wheat aphidBeans - AphidsCabbage - AphidsCanola - Red-legged sand/earth mitesCauliflower - AphidsCitrus - AphidsCitrus - PsyllaCitrus - Red scaleCitrus - Soft brown scaleCitrus - MealybugCotton - AphidsFlowers - AphidsGroundnuts - AphidsLucerne - Black sand miteLucerne - Earth fleaPeaches - AphidsPeaches - Bryobia mitePeaches - Fruit fliesPeaches - Woolly aphidPears - AphidsPears - MealybugPears - Woolly aphidPears - Bryobia mitePineapples - MealybugAphidsPlums - Bryobia mitePlums - Fruit fliesPlums - MealybugsPlums - Woolly aphidPotatoes - AphidsProteas - Black mothRoses - AphidsSorghum - AphidsStrawberries - AphidsTable Grapes - MealybugAphidsWheat - Brown aphidWheat - Green aphidWheat - Russian wheat aphidWine Grapes - MealybugCucurbits - Aphids

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