Bayer Confidor Super – Superior Protection Against Aphids, Jassids & Thrips
Bayer Confidor Super is a bestselling systemic insecticide containing Imidacloprid 350 SC (30.5% w/w). Its advanced suspension concentrate (SC) formulation ensures better absorption, longer persistence, and superior protection against sucking insect pests like aphids, jassids, thrips, and hoppers.
Aphids, Jassids, Thrips, Brown Planthopper, White-Backed Plant Hopper
Suitable Crops
Cotton, Rice
Dosage
50–100 ml per acre (depending on crop & infestation)
Packaging Sizes
Commonly available in 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 L
Mode of Action
Imidacloprid acts as an antagonist to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the insect nervous system. It disrupts signal transmission, causing hyper-excitation of nerve cells, paralysis, and eventually the death of the pest.
Key Advantages & Benefits
Better Absorption: SC formulation enhances wetting, spreading, and absorption on leaves.
Cost-Effective: Long persistence reduces repeat applications, saving farmer’s money, labor, and time.
Selective Action: Safer for natural enemies and beneficial insects, suitable for IPM programs.
Systemic Protection: Provides internal crop protection against sucking pests.
Recommended Dose: 50–100 ml per acre (depending on crop & pest severity).
Apply as a foliar spray with sufficient water volume for uniform coverage.
Use knapsack or motorized sprayers with hollow cone or flat fan nozzles for best results.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is Bayer Confidor Super mainly used for?
It is mainly used to control sucking pests like aphids, jassids, thrips, and hoppers in cotton and rice.
Q2. How does it work on insects?
It acts on the nervous system of insects by blocking signal transmission, leading to paralysis and death.
Q3. Is Confidor Super rainfast?
Yes, its SC formulation ensures better sticking and absorption, making it effective even after light rains.
Q4. Can it be used in Integrated Pest Management (IPM)?
Yes, being systemic and selective, it is safer for natural enemies and beneficial insects, making it suitable for IPM programs.
Q5. What is the dosage for cotton?
For cotton, the recommended dose is 50–100 ml per acre, depending on pest severity.
Note
Bayer Confidor Super is intended strictly for agricultural purposes only.
Disclaimer
All information above is intended for informational purposes. For proper application, always follow the official directions mentioned on the packaging and product leaflet.
