Ferterra FMC
Chlorantraniliprole 0.4% w/w GR
₹1202.00₹962.00
Overview | Description |
Product Name | Ferterra Insecticide |
Brand | Fmc |
Category | Insecticide |
Technical Content | Chlorantraniliprole 0.4% w/w GR |
Classfication | Chemical |
Toxicity | Green |
FMC Ferterra is a broad-spectrum, systemic granular insecticide powered by the active ingredient Chlorantraniliprole 0.4% w/w GR (Rynaxypyr active). It belongs to the anthranilic diamide chemical class and works by binding to ryanodine receptors in insect muscle cells, causing uncontrolled calcium release, immediate cessation of feeding, paralysis, and pest mortality within 24 to 72 hours.
Because Ferterra is formulated as solid soil granules (GR), it is designed for soil broadcasting, furrow placement, or direct ring application, rather than foliar spray equipment. Once applied to moist soil, plant roots absorb the active ingredient systemically and transport it through the xylem to stems and emerging foliage, delivering 20 to 30 days of extended residual protection.
FMC Ferterra granular insecticide. Source:
Key Crop Usages, Target Pests & Dosage Chart
Crop Category | Target Crops | Target Pests Controlled | Recommended Dosage | Application Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Commercial Crops | Sugarcane | Early shoot borer, Top borer | 7.5 – 10 kg / acre | Furrow application at planting or side-dressing near roots during earthing up |
Commercial Crops | Paddy (Rice) | Stem borer (Scirpophaga incertulas), Leaf folder (Cnaphalocrocis medinalis) | 4 kg / acre | Broad-cast evenly over standing water (2–3 inches) |
Commercial Crops | Maize / Corn | Fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda), Stem borer | 4 kg / acre | Soil application near root zone / whorl drop at seedling stage |
Vegetable Crops | Tomato, Brinjal (Eggplant), Chilli | Fruit & shoot borer, Pinworm, Tobacco caterpillar (Spodoptera) | 4 – 5 kg / acre | Soil drenching / band placement near root zone during transplanting |
Vegetable Crops | Cabbage, Cauliflower | Diamondback moth (DBM), Head borer | 4 kg / acre | Furrow or ring placement at active vegetative phase |
Horticulture & Fruits | Pomegranate, Citrus, Grapes, Papaya | Stem borers, Shoot borers, Root grubs | 10 – 15 g / tree (varies by canopy) or 4 – 5 kg / acre | Basal soil ring placement around tree drip-line, mixed lightly with soil |
Optimal Application Timing & Soil Conditions
Not for Foliar Spray Equipment: Since Ferterra is an insoluble soil granule, do not attempt to dissolve it in spray tanks. If foliar spray is required, use liquid Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC (e.g., FMC Coragen) instead.
Moisture Requirement: Soil must have sufficient moisture. For paddy, maintain a continuous standing water layer of 2 to 3 inches for 48–72 hours after broadcasting so the granules dissolve and roots absorb the compound. In upland or vegetable beds, irrigate immediately before or after application.
Crop Stages:
Paddy: Apply once between 15 to 25 days after transplanting (DAT) or direct seeding (tillering stage).
Sugarcane: Apply at planting time inside the furrows or during the first earthing-up stage (within 30–60 days of planting).
Vegetables & Horticulture: Apply early during crop establishment or the first vegetative flush before internal tissue-boring larvae penetrate stems or fruits.
Safety Precautions
Protective Equipment: Wear rubber gloves, a face mask, and protective footwear while handling and broadcasting granules. Avoid handling bare-handed.
Handling & Mixing: Do not mix Ferterra by hand with chemical fertilizers unless broadcasted immediately. Never mix with strong alkaline chemicals or weedicides that require dry foliage.
Field Restrictions: Keep livestock and domestic animals away from treated plots for at least 48 hours following application.
Storage & Hygiene: Store in original packaging away from direct heat, sunlight, food, animal feed, and children. Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water after application.
Aquatic Safety: Prevent granular runoff into ponds, fish farms, or natural waterways, as concentrated diamide formulations can disrupt non-target aquatic organisms.
