Aritor is a specialized systemic insecticide from Syngenta, used to control the red palm weevil using microinjection technology. It penetrates the trunk tissue, disrupting the insect's feeding and destroying its nervous and digestive systems, resulting in death within a few days. It provides long-lasting protection for up to 12 months and is one of the most effective solutions for protecting palm trees from the most dangerous pests.
Product Features:
- Proven effectiveness against red palm weevil.
- Microinjection technique ensures that the pesticide reaches the stem tissue directly.
- Continuous protection up to 12 months after treatment.
- Environmentally safe as no spraying or soil treatment is used.
- Maintains palm productivity and reduces economic losses.
Technical specifications:
- Trade name: ARETOR
- Product Type: Systemic Insecticide for Palm Weevil Control
- Composition: Microemulsifiable Concentrate (ME)
- Active ingredient: Emamectin benzoate 40 g/L (4%)
- Smell: Almost odorless
- Country of Origin: Switzerland – Syngenta Crop Protection
- Package size: 1 liter
How to use:
- It is used by microinjection only into palm trunks.
- Four holes are made around the base of the trunk, each with a diameter of 6 mm, at an angle of 10–20°, and to a depth not exceeding one-third of the trunk diameter.
- 12 ml of Aritor is injected into each nostril (total of 48 ml per palm per year).
- After injection, the incisions are closed with biodegradable wooden plugs to ensure absorption and prevent leakage.
- The injection is repeated as needed according to the severity of the infection and the recommendations of the agricultural engineer.
Prohibition period:
- For fruiting palms: 90 days after injection before harvest.
Precautions for use:
- For use only with Syngenta approved IVF equipment.
- Do not use by spraying, soil treatment, or any other method.
- Personal protective equipment must be worn during application.
- Keep out of reach of children and animals.
