- Medprid 70% WDG is a systemic insecticide formulated as water-dispersible granules with a high concentration of the active ingredient imidacloprid. It is used to control sucking insects in field crops and greenhouses. It acts by contact and ingestion and moves within plant tissues to give effective, long-lasting protection, especially in moderate to heavy infestations.
Key Features
- High 70% concentration delivers strong efficacy at low doses.
- Systemic action protects new plant growth.
- Effective against a wide range of sucking insects.
- WDG formulation is easy to prepare and disperses quickly.
- Suitable for use in greenhouses.
- Reduces the number of sprays when used correctly.
Specifications
- Trade name: Medprid
- Product type: Systemic insecticide
- Active ingredient: Imidacloprid 70%
- Formulation: Water-dispersible granules (WDG)
- IRAC group: 4A
- Mode of action: Contact and ingestion
- Field of use: Field crops and greenhouses
- Use category: Professional use under qualified technical supervision
- Pack size: 100 g
Target Pests
- Aphids, whiteflies, thrips, leafhoppers, scale insects (at susceptible stages)
Directions for Use
- Apply as a spray after dissolving in water, ensuring thorough coverage of the foliage:
- General rate:
- Use at 15–25 g per 100 L of water depending on infestation severity and crop type.
- Spray at the first sign of infestation, preferably early in the morning or before sunset.
Important Technical Notes
- Some ornamental plants may be sensitive to this product, so test on a small area before full application.
- As a Group 4A insecticide, avoid continuous repeated use to prevent resistance.
- Include it in an integrated pest management program and rotate with insecticides from different groups.
Precautions
- Use only under qualified technical supervision.
- Do not spray during flowering or near beehives.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke during use.
- Wear personal protective equipment during mixing and spraying.
- Prevent the product from reaching water sources or drains.
Orkida Tip
- For best results, apply Medprid 70% WDG at the onset of infestation and do not rely on it alone all season. Rotating with insecticides from different groups is the real key to successful control and to preserving the product's efficacy.