Indoxacarb: a novel insecticide for the management of lepidopterous pests in vegetables
Issue Date
10-2002
Abstract
IndoxacarbR (DPX MPO62) is a broad spectrum Lepidoptera insect control agent found to be effective at 25-50g ai/ha. The primary route of entry into the target insects is through ingestion, although the product can be absorbed through the cuticle. IndoxacarbR has a novel mode of action and acts by inhibiting sodium ion entry into nerve cells resulting in paralysis and death of the pest. It provides excellent crop protection for 10-14 days; pest knockdown occurs within 1-2 days but inhibition of insect feeding occurs very rapidly. IndoxacarbR has excellent toxicological and ecotoxicological profile. This low use rate material will reduce environmental loading, particularly when compared to organophosphates and carbamates. The relatively low mammalian toxicity offered with this product provides improved safety to workers, terrestrial mammals and birds. The novel mode of action together with the lack of cross-resistance to existing insect control products and its safety to beneficial insects makes IndoxacarbR an excellent product for IPM programs.
Source or Periodical Title
Philippine Entomologist
ISSN
0048-3753
Volume
16
Issue
2
Page
156
Document Type
Article
Frequency
semi-annually
Language
English
Recommended Citation
Macatula, R. F. and Orcino, N. L., "Indoxacarb: a novel insecticide for the management of lepidopterous pests in vegetables" (2002). Journal Article. 5807.
https://www.ukdr.uplb.edu.ph/journal-articles/5807
En – AGROVOC descriptors
LEPIDOPTERA; INSECTA; PLANT PESTS; INDOXACARB; INSECTICIDES; PEST CONTROL; PEST MANAGEMENT