Catazin

Advanced Pest Control for Field and Orchard Crops

When dealing with hidden pests like cabbage moths or cutworms, standard contact insecticides often fall short because they fail to reach larvae buried within plant tissues. "Katadin" from the British manufacturer Ifagri Ltd offers a robust solution by combining emamectin benzoate, acetamiprid, avermectins, and neonicotinoids into a single, high-potency formula.

Application Scenarios

Agricultural producers rely on Katadin to safeguard winter oilseed rape, cabbage, soybeans, corn, and apple orchards. Its dual systemic and contact action makes it a versatile tool for controlling Lepidoptera (leafrollers, white butterflies) and piercing-sucking insects such as aphids and thrips.

• Systemic Efficacy: The active ingredients are absorbed into the plant, protecting it from the inside out. This is critical for crops like cabbage, where pests are notoriously difficult to reach with topical sprays alone.
• High Stability: Formulated as a suspension concentrate, it ensures easy handling, excellent solubility in spray tanks, and compatibility with other common agricultural chemicals.
• Application Strategy: With a dosage range of 0.25–0.4 L/ha, it provides a precise approach to pest management. Given its 3rd hazard class, it is a manageable product for integrated pest management programs (IPM).

Operational Guidelines

To maximize efficacy and prevent resistance buildup, limit usage to a maximum of two applications per season. Katadin should be applied during the vegetation stage, targeting the pest life cycle at the optimal moment for control. Its rapid action effectively halts feeding damage, preserving crop quality and yield potential across various planting conditions.