Ferterra

FMC Ferterra – Chlorantraniliprole 0.4% GR (Granular Insecticide)

Short Description

FMC Ferterra is an advanced granular insecticide powered by Rynaxypyr active (Chlorantraniliprole 0.4% GR). It delivers effective control against stem borers, leaf folders, and other hidden pests in Rice and Sugarcane crops.

Product Highlights

Technical Content: Chlorantraniliprole 0.4% W/W GR

Formulation Type: Granular (GR) — no spraying required

Mode of Action: Ryanodine receptor modulator — disrupts insect muscle function, causing pests to stop feeding immediately and die within a few days

Crops: Rice and Sugarcane

Target Pests: Yellow Stem Borer, Leaf Folder, Gall Midge (in Rice); Early Shoot Borer and Top Borer (in Sugarcane)

Long-Lasting Protection: A single application offers protection for about 21–30 days

Beneficial Insect Safe: A "Green Label" product, safe for beneficial insects like spiders and natural predators — an excellent fit for Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

How It Works

The granules dissolve in soil moisture/water and are absorbed through the plant's roots. When a pest feeds on the treated plant, its muscles become paralyzed, feeding stops instantly, and the pest dies within a few days. This prevents crop damage symptoms like "Dead Heart" and "White Ear" in rice.

Application Guide

Rice: Broadcast granules evenly by hand or spreader when the field has 2–5 cm of standing water. Best applied 15–35 days after transplanting. Maintain standing water for 3–5 days after application for proper root uptake.

Sugarcane: Broadcast granules between rows at planting or ratoon stage and lightly incorporate with soil moisture or irrigation.

Granules can also be mixed with urea or sand for more even distribution across the field.

Safety Precautions

Always wear gloves and a face mask during application

Avoid direct contact, ingestion, or inhalation of granules

Keep away from water bodies, ponds, and irrigation channels

Store in a cool, dry place away from children and pets

Pack Size: (update based on your stock — eg 4kg