Protect Your Crop Like Never Before with BASF Efficon Insecticide
When whiteflies, jassids, and aphids invade your farm, even a few days of delay can damage both your yield and your income. BASF Efficon Insecticide changes that. Powered by the revolutionary Axalion Active, Efficon offers a new-age pest control solution specifically crafted for Indian farming conditions. It delivers quick knockdown, broad-spectrum protection, and lasting results — all while supporting your Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices. Whether you're growing cotton, chilli, tomato, or brinjal, Efficon ensures that pests stop feeding within hours, giving your crops the protection they need to grow strong and pest-free.
Product Specifications
- Brand: BASF
- Product Name: Efficon
- Technical Content: Axalion Active
- Chemical Group: Pyridazine pyrazolecarboxamides (Group 36)
- Formulation: Systemic Insecticide
- Application Method: Foliar Spray
- Dosage: 280 ml – 360 ml per acre
- Water Volume: 150 – 200 liters per acre
Why Farmers Trust BASF Efficon
- Fast-Acting Control: Insects stop feeding, flying, and reproducing within hours of exposure, reducing virus spread instantly.
- Unique Mode of Action: Blocks sensory nerve channels (TRPV), making it harder for pests to survive or develop resistance.
- Systemic Protection: Protects both older and newly emerging crop leaves with its translaminar and systemic action.
- Safe for Beneficials: Compatible with IPM programs, supporting natural predators and pollinators.
- Long-Lasting Residual: Continues to protect your crop even after application, reducing repeat sprays.
Recommended Usage by Crop
| Crop |
Target Pests |
Dosage (ml/acre) |
Water Volume (L/acre) |
Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI) |
Best Time to Apply |
| Cotton |
Jassids, Aphids, Whiteflies |
280–360 |
150–200 |
31 days |
From square initiation to boll development |
| Chilli |
Aphids, Whiteflies |
280 |
150–200 |
3 days |
Before flowering and fruit set |
| Tomato |
Aphids, Whiteflies |
280 |
150–200 |
3 days |
Before flowering and fruit set |
| Brinjal |
Jassids, Aphids, Whiteflies |
280–360 |
150–200 |
3 days |
Before flowering and fruit set |
| Cucumber |
Jassids, Aphids, Whiteflies |
280–360 |
150–200 |
3 days |
Before flowering and fruit set |
FAQs
- Q1. How quickly does Efficon start working?
- Efficon begins affecting pest behavior within hours by disrupting their ability to feed and move, ensuring immediate crop protection.
- Q2. Is Efficon safe for pollinators like bees?
- Yes, when used as per label instructions, Efficon is compatible with IPM practices and poses minimal risk to beneficial insects.
- Q3. Can Efficon be used in early crop stages?
- Yes, Efficon is most effective when applied during the initial growth and flowering stages, before heavy pest infestation.
- Q4. How often should Efficon be applied?
- Its residual effect covers the crop for an extended period, reducing the need for frequent spraying. Reapply only based on pest resurgence.
- Q5. What is the water quantity required for spraying Efficon?
- Use 150–200 liters of water per acre for thorough and uniform coverage.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
