Alika Insecticide: 15 Powerful Benefits, Usage Guide, and Safety Tips for Farmers

Features

• Alika Insecticide is a Mixture of contact & Contact, Systemic insecticide, Thiamethoxam (12.6%) + Lambdacyhalothrin (9.5%) ZC.
• Alika Insecticide is an excellent product for the Right Start of the crop with effective control against sucking pests.
• Exhibits a good overall crop outlook and better crop greening with more branches and flower initiation.

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4. Mode of Action of Alika Insecticide

Alika Insecticide works through dual action:

• Thiamethoxam: Absorbed by the plant and acts systemically. Controls pests from the inside out.

• Lambda-Cyhalothrin: Acts on contact and ingestion, causing rapid paralysis and death.

5. Target Pests Controlled by Alika

Target Insects/Pests: Bollworm, Aphids, Budworm, Flower feeder, Fruit borer, Gram pod borer, hairy caterpillars Leaf folder, Leaf Webber, pod borer, Potato tuber moth, Red ants, semi looper, Tobacco caterpillar, Fruit fly, Weevil, BPH, Bugs, Thrips, Hispa, Jassids, Hoppers, Spiralling Whitefly, Mealybugs, Anar butterfly.

6. Recommended Crops for Application

Alika Insecticide is suitable for a wide variety of crops:

⚖️ 7. Dosage and Dilution Guidelines

Note: Always refer to the label or local agricultural authority for crop-specific dosages.

8. Method of Application

• Mix the required quantity of Alika Insecticide in clean water.

• Stir well to ensure even mixing.

• Use a knapsack sprayer, battery-operated sprayer, or power sprayer for application.

• Spray uniformly over the crop canopy.

⏰ 9. Application Timing and Frequency

• Apply when pest population reaches ETL (Economic Threshold Level).

• Best applied during early morning or late afternoon to avoid sunlight degradation.

• Reapply after 10–15 days if required, based on monitoring.

10. Key Benefits of Using Alika Insecticide

• ✔️ Dual mode of action ensures complete pest control

• ✔️ Fast knockdown with long residual effect

• ✔️ Controls both sucking and chewing insects

• ✔️ Safe for most beneficial insects

• ✔️ Rainfast within 1 hour

• ✔️ Excellent crop protection and yield boost

11. Safety Measures and PPE Guidelines

• Wear gloves, mask, and eye protection while mixing and spraying

• Avoid inhalation and skin contact

• Do not eat or smoke while handling the product

• Wash hands thoroughly after use

• Keep out of reach of children and animals

12. Storage and Handling Instructions

• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area

• Keep away from direct sunlight and heat

• Do not store near food or animal feed

• Keep in original container with label intact

⚗️ 13. Compatibility with Other Products

• Compatible with most commonly used fungicides and foliar fertilizers

• Always conduct a jar test before tank-mixing

• Avoid mixing with strong alkaline products

14. Resistance Management Strategy

• Rotate with insecticides having different modes of action

• Use Alika as part of an IPM (Integrated Pest Management) plan

• Do not overuse on the same crop season after season

✅ 15. Why Choose Alika Over Other Insecticides?

• ✅ Proven Syngenta formulation with international standards

• ✅ Reliable for Indian climate and pest conditions

• ✅ Reduces spray frequency, saving labor and costs

• ✅ Minimal phytotoxicity

• ✅ Long shelf life and effective even at low dosage

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16. Farmer Reviews and Field Results

“After using Alika on my brinjal field, I noticed an 85% reduction in pest load within 24 hours. It saved my crop!” – Rajiv, Maharashtra

“Alika is the best for controlling whiteflies in cotton. One spray gives protection for 10+ days.” – Kiran, Telangana

❓ 17. FAQs About Alika Insecticide

Q1. Is Alika safe for vegetables?
Yes, it’s approved for many vegetables like tomato, brinjal, okra, and cabbage.

Q2. How many times can I spray Alika?
Ideally 2–3 sprays per crop cycle, with 10–15 days between sprays.

Q3. Can Alika be mixed with fertilizers?
Yes, but perform a jar test first to ensure compatibility.

Q4. Is it rainfast?
Yes, it becomes rainfast within 60 minutes of spraying.

18. Conclusion and Expert Advice

Alika Insecticide is a trusted, dual-action solution for Indian farmers combating tough pests. It ensures quicker knockdown, long-term protection, and better crop yields. To maximize its benefits, always follow the recommended dose, timing, and integrated pest management practices.

Expert Tip: Pair Alika with crop monitoring and weather forecasts to ensure timely and effective application.