FMC Ferterra Insecticide - Chlorantraniliprole 0.4% GR

Advanced Granular Insecticide for Superior Borer Control in Rice and Sugarcane

FMC Ferterra Insecticide is a premium granular insecticide powered by Rynaxypyr® active (Chlorantraniliprole 0.4% GR). It provides long-lasting protection against destructive stem borers and leaf folders in rice and early shoot borers and top borers in sugarcane. Its advanced anthranilic diamide chemistry delivers excellent pest control with outstanding crop safety.

Ferterra offers a unique mode of action that effectively controls insect populations resistant to conventional insecticides. The granular formulation makes field application easy and ensures prolonged protection throughout the critical crop growth stages.

Product Specifications

Key Features & Benefits

• Powered by advanced Rynaxypyr® technology.
• Provides long-duration protection against borers.
• Highly effective against resistant insect populations.
• Easy-to-apply granular formulation.
• Excellent control of stem borers and leaf folders in rice.
• Protects sugarcane from early shoot borer and top borer.
• Safe for beneficial insects, parasitoids and pollinators.
• Suitable for Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
• Supports healthier crops and higher yield potential.
• Green label insecticide.

Recommended Crops

Mode of Action

Ferterra contains Chlorantraniliprole, an anthranilic diamide insecticide that activates ryanodine receptors (RyR) in insect muscle cells.

• Triggers uncontrolled calcium release inside muscle cells.
• Causes immediate feeding cessation.
• Leads to muscle paralysis and death of larvae.
• Provides excellent residual control against caterpillar pests.
• Its unique mode of action helps manage insecticide resistance.

Best Use Practices

• Broadcast granules uniformly across the field.
• Apply during the recommended crop stage.
• Maintain recommended field moisture after application.
• Follow crop-specific dosage instructions on the product label.
• Rotate with insecticides having different modes of action to delay resistance.
• Use only on recommended crops.

Why Choose FMC Ferterra?

FMC Ferterra combines world-class Rynaxypyr® technology with a convenient granular formulation to provide outstanding protection against major borer pests in rice and sugarcane. Its long residual activity, excellent crop safety and compatibility with Integrated Pest Management programs make it a trusted choice for modern agriculture.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is FMC Ferterra?

Ferterra is a granular insecticide containing Chlorantraniliprole 0.4% GR powered by Rynaxypyr® technology.

Q2. Which crops is Ferterra recommended for?

It is recommended for rice (paddy) and sugarcane.

Q3. Which pests does it control?

It controls Yellow Stem Borer and Paddy Leaf Folder in rice and Early Shoot Borer and Top Borer in sugarcane.

Q4. How does Ferterra work?

It activates ryanodine receptors in insects, causing muscle paralysis, immediate feeding cessation and eventual death.

Q5. Is Ferterra suitable for IPM?

Yes. It is highly selective and safe for many beneficial insects, parasitoids and pollinators, making it ideal for IPM programs.

Q6. What formulation is Ferterra available in?

It is available as a granular (GR) formulation for easy field application.

Q7. Does it provide long-lasting control?

Yes. Ferterra provides excellent residual activity and extended protection against target pests.

Q8. Why choose FMC Ferterra?

It offers advanced Rynaxypyr® technology, superior borer control, excellent crop safety, easy application and higher yield potential.

Disclaimer

Always read and follow the product label before use. Apply only on recommended crops at the prescribed dosage. Product performance may vary depending on pest pressure, crop stage and environmental conditions.