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Andermatt Group AG Helicovex

Helicovex is based on a naturally occurring insecticidal virus that specifically infects and kills larvae of African cotton bollworm, corn earworm and other Helicoverpa species. The unique technology allows efficient and sustainable control of these pests.

Functions: Insecticide

Insecticide Target Species: Bollworm, Earworms

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Agrochemical Functions
Technologies
Active Ingredient

Helicoverpa armigera nucleopolyhedrovirus (HearNPV)

Features & Benefits

Agrochemicals Features
Benefits
  • Helicovex is an effective tool for the sustainable control of a global key pest with widespread resistance to many active substances.
  • Helicovex contains one of the most potent Helicoverpa virus isolates.
  • Excellent resistance management tool.
  • Unique mode of action with additional effect on pest population.
  • High compatibility in tank mix and with beneficials.
  • Easy to use in IPM.
  • Safe for producer, consumer and the environment.
  • No residues, no WHP and min. REI.
Pest Information

African cotton bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera) is a widespread pest of global economic importance. The larvae are extremely polyphagous and feed on different plant structures including stems, leaves, flower heads and fruits. The high reproductive potential and mobility of the adult moths are further challenges for the control of this pest.

Applications & Uses

Insecticide Target Species
Formulation

Suspension Concentrate

Target Pests

African cotton bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera), Corn earworm (H. zea) and other Helicoverpa spp.

Crops

Soybean, sorghum, corn, cotton, tomato, lettuce, green beans, and others.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Concentration7.5 x 10¹²OB/liter
Standard Rate200ml/ha

Technical Details & Test Data

Helicovex shows a higher efficacy in reducing pest incidence and pest pressure in Chickpeas

Andermatt Group AG Helicovex - Helicovex Shows A Higher Efficacy in Reducing Pest Incidence And Pest Pressure in Chickpeas

  • Dosage: 200 ml/ha.
  • 2 applications, 14 days interval.
  • Reference product: Lambda-Cyhalothrin.
  • Application before and after the peak.