AGRIVENTURE THI SILVER Systemic Insecticide for Effective Sucking Pest Control
AGRIVENTURE THI SILVER (Thiamethoxam 25% WG) is a broad-spectrum systemic insecticide formulated as Water Dispersible Granules (WG). It provides fast and long-lasting protection against sucking and chewing pests by moving throughout the plant after application. Its systemic, contact and stomach action helps protect crops from hidden as well as exposed insects while supporting healthy crop growth.
Product Specifications
| Product Name |
AGRIVENTURE THI SILVER |
| Brand |
AGRIVENTURE |
| Technical Content |
Thiamethoxam 25% WG |
| Formulation |
Water Dispersible Granule (WG) |
| Product Type |
Systemic Insecticide |
| Mode of Application |
Foliar Spray, Soil Drenching or Drip Irrigation |
Key Features & Benefits
- Controls a broad range of sucking and chewing insect pests.
- Rapid systemic movement through roots and foliage for complete plant protection.
- Works through systemic, contact and stomach action.
- Provides quick feeding cessation followed by paralysis and pest mortality.
- Long residual activity reduces the need for repeated sprays.
- Water dispersible granules dissolve easily without leaving visible residue.
- Rainfast formulation provides reliable crop protection.
- Suitable for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs when used as recommended.
Recommended Crops
- Field Crops: Cotton, Paddy (Rice), Wheat, Maize, Soybean, Pulses and Mustard.
- Vegetables: Tomato, Okra, Brinjal, Cabbage, Potato, Green Gram and Cumin.
- Fruit & Cash Crops: Mango, Citrus, Tea and other fruit crops.
Controls
- Whiteflies
- Aphids
- Thrips
- Jassids
- Leafhoppers
- Brown Plant Hopper (BPH)
- Other Plant Hoppers
Mode of Entry
- Systemic action through roots and leaves.
- Contact action on exposed insects.
- Stomach action after insects feed on treated plant parts.
Mode of Action
Thiamethoxam belongs to the neonicotinoid group of insecticides. It binds to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs) in the insect nervous system, causing continuous nerve stimulation. Insects stop feeding quickly, become paralyzed and eventually die, providing reliable protection against damaging pests.
Recommended Dose
- 15 Litre Pump: 10–15 g
- Apply according to crop stage, pest pressure and local agricultural recommendations.
Why Choose AGRIVENTURE THI SILVER?
- Highly systemic insecticide for complete crop protection.
- Effective against major sucking pests in multiple crops.
- Fast action with extended residual protection.
- Low-dose, easy-to-mix WG formulation.
- Suitable for cotton, paddy, vegetables and fruit crops.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is AGRIVENTURE THI SILVER used for?
It is used to control whiteflies, aphids, thrips, jassids, leafhoppers and other sucking pests in agricultural crops.
Q2. Which crops can AGRIVENTURE THI SILVER be used on?
It is suitable for cotton, paddy, wheat, maize, soybean, vegetables, tea, mango, citrus and several other crops.
Q3. What is the recommended dosage?
The recommended dose is 10–15 g per 15 litres of water, depending on crop and pest infestation.
Q4. How does Thiamethoxam work?
It acts on the insect nervous system by binding to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, stopping feeding quickly and causing paralysis and death.
Q5. Can it be used as a soil application?
Yes. It can be applied as a foliar spray, soil drench or through drip irrigation where recommended.
