Krishi Rasayan Kevin Insecticide - Thiodicarb 75% WP

Powerful Caterpillar Control with Kevin Thiodicarb 75% WP

Kevin (Thiodicarb 75% WP) is a broad-spectrum carbamate insecticide designed to control destructive chewing insect pests across a wide range of crops. It provides excellent ovicidal, larvicidal and adulticidal activity through stomach and contact action, delivering fast knockdown and long-lasting residual protection.

Kevin effectively controls caterpillars, bollworms and other economically important pests while helping reduce crop damage and improving overall yield quality.

Product Specifications

Key Features & Benefits

• Controls eggs, larvae and adult stages of target insects.
• Provides strong contact and stomach action.
• Excellent control of caterpillars and bollworms.
• Long residual activity reduces repeated spraying.
• Performance remains stable under high temperatures and sunlight.
• Helps protect crop foliage, flowers and fruits from severe insect damage.
• Suitable for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs when used responsibly.

Recommended Crops

• Cotton
• Chilli
• Tomato
• Cabbage
• Cauliflower
• Okra
• Soybean
• Pulses
• Vegetables

Target Pests

• American Bollworm
• Fruit Borer
• Pod Borer
• Leaf Eating Caterpillars
• Spodoptera
• Helicoverpa
• Armyworm

Mode of Action

Thiodicarb primarily acts as a stomach poison with additional contact activity. After ingestion, it inhibits the acetylcholinesterase (cholinesterase) enzyme in the insect nervous system. This disrupts nerve signal transmission, resulting in paralysis and eventual death of the insect.

Kevin also provides ovicidal, larvicidal and adulticidal activity, ensuring comprehensive pest control throughout different insect life stages.

Recommended Dosage

Major Advantages

• Fast knockdown with prolonged residual protection.
• Effective even under hot weather conditions.
• Protects new crop growth for an extended period.
• Excellent performance against chewing insect pests.
• Helps improve crop quality and yield.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is Kevin insecticide used for?

Kevin is used for controlling caterpillars, bollworms and other chewing insect pests in agricultural crops.

Q2. What is the active ingredient?

Kevin contains Thiodicarb 75% WP.

Q3. What is the recommended dosage?

The recommended dose is 250–300 g per acre.

Q4. How does Kevin work?

It acts through stomach and contact action by inhibiting cholinesterase activity in insects, causing paralysis and death.

Q5. Does Kevin provide residual control?

Yes. Kevin offers long-lasting residual activity, protecting crops until new growth or heavy rainfall reduces its effectiveness.