Bloom star 56% EC
Active Ingredients
• Bifenthrin ~ 5% w/v (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
• Abamectin ~ 0.6% w/v
• Total Formulation ~ 56 EC meaning the EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate) at 56% strength or similar grade; label may specify exact “56EC”.
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Formulation & Pack Size
• Formulation Type: EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
• Pack Sizes: 1 Litre bottle
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Mode of Action
• Dual mode: Interference with neural and neuromuscular transmission in insects. Bifenthrin acts largely as a contact and stomach poison (pyrethroid effect), giving rapid knockdown of pests. Abamectin (an avermectin) acts more slowly and is especially effective against mites and small pests, through ingestion or feeding, with residual/systemic effects. The combination allows both quick control and sustained effect.
• Group Classification: Bifenthrin is in the Pyrethroid group, Abamectin in the Avermectin family. The label for Novastar notes group codes (e.g. 3A for pyrethroids, group 6 for avermectins).
Advantages / Benefits
• Broad spectrum: works on both sucking pests (e.g. jassids, aphids, whiteflies) and chewing / boring pests (bollworms etc.), plus mites.
• Quick knockdown from Bifenthrin, while Abamectin provides residual action (kills mites, larvae, etc.) which may not be immediately susceptible to pyrethroids alone.
• Helps manage pests that may have contact or ingestion exposure.
• A single product simplifies spray schedules: fewer products needed to cover a wide pest range.
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Dosage, Application & Instructions
• Typical Dose / Acre: approx 300 ml / acre for most crops; dose may vary depending on crop, pest pressure, growth stage.
• Water volume: Use adequate water to ensure full coverage of foliage. Ensure good spray on both upper and lower leaf surfaces.
• Spray timing: Apply when pest populations reach Economic Threshold Level (ETL); early in infestation is better. Regular monitoring required.
• Number of sprays: As per label; avoid overuse to delay resistance.
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Safety & Precautions
• Wear protective gear: gloves, long sleeves, eye protection, mask during mixing and spraying.
• Avoid spraying during bloom or flowering when bees are active; toxic to beneficial insects.
• Do not allow spray drift into water bodies; Abamectin is particularly toxic to aquatic organisms.
• Wash hands and exposed skin after handling.
• Storage in original container, tightly closed, in a cool, dry place away from children, animals, food, feed.
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Pre-Harvest / Residue Interval
• Must follow label instructions for Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI) or Withdrawal period. The label for Novastar likely specifies delays before harvest for specific crops. Always adhere to local regulations.
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Regulatory / Label Information
• Product should be registered with local regulatory authorities.
• Hazard warnings, batch number, manufacture / expiry date must be printed.
• Classification under relevant pesticide hazard groups.
(Urdu / اردو)
بلوم اسٹار ایک اعلیٰ معیار کا دوکُری اثر رکھنے والا کیڑے مار دوا ہے جس میں بیفینتھرین ۵٪ + ابامیکٹن ۰٫۶٪ EC فعال مواد شامل ہیں، فارمولیشن ۵۶ EC کے تحت۔ بلوم اسٹار بیفینتھرین کے تیز اثر (knock-down) خصوصیات کو ابامیکٹن کی نظامی اور بقائمی تاثیر کے ساتھ ملا کر ایک ایسا مرکب پیش کرتا ہے جو چوسنے والے کیڑوں، بانول ورمز، مائٹس و لیف مائنرز کا جامع کنٹرول فراہم کرتا ہے۔ کپاس، آلو، سیٹرَس، سیب اور سبزیوں جیسی فصلوں کے حفاظتی استعمال کے لیے موزوں ہے۔ استعمال کی مقدار تقریباً ۳۰۰ ملی لیٹر فی ایکڑ (یا لیبل کے مطابق) بطور سپرے جب کیڑوں کی علامات ظاہر ہوں، اور خوب اچھی پوشش یقینی بنائیں۔ حفاظتی لباس پہنیں، پھولنے کے دوران اسپرے سے گریز کریں، اور فصل کی کٹائی (Harvest) سے قبل لیبل پر درج وقفہ (PHI) کی پابندی کریں۔