Agriventure Imi Silver Insecticide - Imidacloprid 17.8% SL)

AGRIVENTURE Imi Silver for Effective Systemic Control of Sucking Pests

AGRIVENTURE Imi Silver (Imidacloprid 17.8% SL) is a highly systemic neonicotinoid insecticide designed to provide reliable control of major sucking insect pests in agricultural and horticultural crops. It combines systemic, contact and stomach action, allowing the active ingredient to move throughout the plant and protect both existing and newly developing foliage. It delivers quick knockdown and long-lasting protection against economically important pests.

Product Specifications

Key Features & Benefits

• Highly systemic insecticide with rapid absorption by roots and leaves.
• Provides contact and stomach action for quick pest control.
• Excellent translaminar movement for controlling hidden pests.
• Effective at low application rates with long residual activity.
• Protects new plant growth through systemic movement.
• Suitable for foliar spray, soil drench and stem paint applications.
• Helps improve crop health and productivity by reducing sucking pest damage.

Suitable Crops

• Cotton
• Paddy (Rice)
• Chilli
• Sugarcane
• Tomato
• Okra (Bhindi)
• Brinjal
• Mango
• Citrus
• Grapes
• Groundnut

Target Pests

• Aphids
• Jassids
• Whiteflies
• Thrips
• Brown Plant Hopper (BPH)
• White Backed Plant Hopper
• Green Leaf Hopper
• Leaf Miner
• Psylla
• Termites (Sugarcane)

Mode of Action

Imidacloprid acts on the insect nervous system by binding to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs). This causes continuous nerve stimulation, leading to paralysis and eventual death of the insect. Its systemic movement enables the insecticide to protect the plant from within while controlling pests feeding on plant sap.

Recommended Dosage

15–17 ml per 15 litres of water, or as recommended for the crop and target pest.

Why Choose AGRIVENTURE Imi Silver?

• Highly effective systemic insecticide.
• Excellent control of major sucking pests.
• Long-lasting residual protection.
• Suitable for multiple crops.
• Flexible application methods for different farming needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the active ingredient in AGRIVENTURE Imi Silver?

AGRIVENTURE Imi Silver contains Imidacloprid 17.8% SL.

Q2. Which pests does AGRIVENTURE Imi Silver control?

It controls aphids, jassids, whiteflies, thrips, brown plant hoppers, green leaf hoppers, psylla, leaf miners and termites in recommended crops.

Q3. Which crops is AGRIVENTURE Imi Silver suitable for?

It is recommended for cotton, paddy, chilli, sugarcane, tomato, okra, brinjal, mango, citrus, grapes and groundnut.

Q4. How should AGRIVENTURE Imi Silver be applied?

It can be applied as a foliar spray, soil drench or stem paint according to the crop recommendation.

Q5. What is the recommended dosage?

The general recommendation is 15–17 ml per 15 litres of water. Always follow the product label for crop-specific recommendations.