Company Name: Bayer
Product Name: Oberon
Technical Name: Spiromesifen 22.9% SC

Description

Bayer Oberon is a highly effective insecticide and acaricide containing Spiromesifen 22.9% SC. It is specially designed to control whiteflies and mites in vegetables, fruits, cotton, and other crops. Oberon acts on the immature stages of pests by disrupting lipid biosynthesis, preventing their growth and reproduction. It offers long-lasting residual control while being compatible with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs.

Technical Name

Spiromesifen 22.9% SC (Suspension Concentrate)

Mode of Action

Spiromesifen belongs to IRAC Group 23 (Tetronic Acid Derivative). It inhibits lipid biosynthesis in insects and mites, affecting egg, larval, and nymph stages. This leads to the cessation of feeding, inhibited development, and eventual death of the pest.

Features & Benefits

• Excellent control of whiteflies and mites.
• Effective on eggs, nymphs, and immature pest stages.
• Long residual activity for extended crop protection.
• Translaminar action ensures better leaf coverage.
• Reduces pest reproduction and population build-up.
• Suitable for Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
• Helps improve crop quality and yield.

Application Method

• Mix the recommended quantity in clean water.
• Spray uniformly on both the upper and lower leaf surfaces.
• Apply at the early stage of pest infestation.
• Use a knapsack or power sprayer for thorough coverage.

Dose

• 0.4–0.5 ml per litre of water
• 200–250 ml per acre (depending on crop and pest infestation)

Always follow the label recommendations for the specific crop.

Pests Controlled

• Whiteflies
• Red Spider Mites
• Yellow Mites
• Broad Mites
• Two-Spotted Spider Mites

Uses

Recommended for use in:

• Cotton
• Chilli
• Brinjal (Eggplant)
• Tomato
• Okra
• Cucumber
• Capsicum
• Other vegetables and horticultural crops