Syngenta Minecto Xtra
Syngenta Minecto Xtra is a next-generation insecticide developed by Syngenta, designed to provide broad-spectrum and long-lasting control of Lepidopteran pests, especially in crops like rice, tomato, pepper, and maize.
Syngenta Minecto Xtra – Broad-Spectrum Insecticide for Strong Early-Season Protection
🔬 Formulation & Active Ingredients
| Parameter | Details |
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| Active Ingredients | Cyantraniliprole 16.9% SC |
| Lufenuron 16.9% SC | |
| Formulation Type | Suspension Concentrate (SC) |
| Pack Sizes | 10 ml, 20 ml, 50 ml, 100 ml (availability may vary by market) |
| Category | Broad-spectrum insecticide |
Syngenta Minecto Xtra combines two powerful active ingredients—Cyantraniliprole and Lufenuron—to deliver rapid, long-lasting protection against multiple pest stages. Because of its systemic, translaminar, and ovicidal activity, it ensures effective control of leaf folders and other lepidopteran pests. Moreover, its SC formulation provides excellent leaf coverage and stability in field conditions.
⚙️ Mode of Action & Key Benefits
🔬 Dual Mode of Action of Syngenta Minecto Xtra
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Systemic action – Moves through the plant to protect new growth.
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Translaminar movement – Penetrates leaf tissue for inside-out protection.
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Ovicidal activity – Kills eggs before they hatch.
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Transovarial effect – Reduces egg-laying in adult insects.
✅ Key Benefits of Syngenta Minecto Xtra
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Fast feeding inhibition: Stops crop damage soon after application.
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Extended residual effect: Provides long-lasting protection from larvae and adults.
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Multi-stage control: Effective on eggs, larvae, and adults of target pests.
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Excellent fit for IPM: Supports resistance management due to dual-action chemistry.
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High efficacy on leaf folders: Ideal for early-season protection in rice.
🌾 Uses & Application
Primary Use in India
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Main Crop: Rice
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Key Target Pest: Leaf folder (Cnaphalocrocis medinalis)
Other Crops (Global Use)
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Tomato
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Pepper (Capsicum)
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Maize
✅ Recommended Dose for Rice
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Dose | 20 ml per acre |
| Water Volume | ~200 liters per acre |
| Application Window | First 30–45 days of crop growth for early pest prevention |
| Method | Foliar spray ensuring full leaf coverage (top & underside) |
For best performance, apply at early leaf folder incidence or at initial larval stage.
Summary of Syngenta Minecto Xtra
Syngenta Minecto Xtra delivers strong, fast-acting, and long-lasting protection against leaf folders and other lepidopteran pests. Its combination of systemic, translaminar, and ovicidal activity ensures complete control across multiple pest stages, helping rice crops establish strong, healthy growth during the most critical early season.
🌾 Fast Control. Long Protection. Better Crop Safety — with Syngenta Minecto Xtra.
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