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Acemain (Acephate 75% SP): High-Performance Systemic Insecticide
Acemain is a premium, broad-spectrum agricultural insecticide by ADAMA India, engineered to protect your high-value crops from devastating pest infestations.
Formulated with Acephate 75% Soluble Powder (SP), this fast-acting solution delivers a powerful dual-action defense. It effectively controls a wide range of tough chewing and sucking pests, safeguarding your crop's health and maximizing your harvest yield.
Defend your cotton, rice, and vegetable fields today with the proven, long-lasting power of Acemain!
Why Choose Acemain Acephate 75% SP? Key Benefits
- ⏱️ Rapid Knockdown Action: Delivers immediate control upon contact, instantly stopping pest damage and protecting plant health.
- 🛡️ Dual Protection Mechanism: Acts as both a powerful stomach and contact poison, wiping out complex populations of chewing and sucking insects.
- ⏳ Extended Residual Control: Provides a continuous protective shield for 12 to 15 days, significantly reducing the need for frequent repeat sprays.
- 🌧️ Superior Rainfastness: Quickly absorbs into the crop foliage, ensuring reliable performance even if it rains just 3 hours after application.
- 🌿 Deep Systemic Reach: Travels seamlessly through the plant's sap system to eradicate hidden micro-pests inside stems, roots, and tightly curled leaves.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Acemain (ADAMA India) |
| Technical Name | Acephate 75% SP |
| IRAC MoA Code | Group 1B (Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors) |
| Chemical Group | Organophosphate |
| Formulation | Soluble Powder (SP) |
| Toxicity Label | Moderately to Highly Toxic (Poison/Danger) |
How Acemain Works: Mode of Action
Acemain neutralizes severe insect infestations through an advanced and uncompromising biological process:
- Complete Systemic Absorption: The water-soluble powder dissolves effortlessly, entering the plant's vascular system. It travels deep into hidden micro-environments where pests hide, protecting even newly grown leaves.
- Nervous System Disruption: Upon contact or ingestion, it irreversibly blocks vital enzymes in the insect's nervous system, causing violent tremors, paralysis, and rapid death.
- Toxic Amplification: Once ingested, the insect's own gut naturally converts the active ingredient into an even deadlier compound, ensuring absolute pest elimination.
By attacking pests from the outside in and the inside out, Acemain ensures no crop-destroying insect survives.
Target Crops & Pest Efficacy
| Crop | Target Pest(s) |
|---|---|
| Cotton | Jassids, Aphids, Whiteflies, Bollworm Complex |
| Rice (Paddy) | Yellow Stem Borer, Leaf Folder, Brown & Green Plant Hoppers |
| Vegetables & Chillies | Thrips (including Black Thrips), Aphids, Fruit Borers |
Dosage & Application Guide
The Golden Rule: Always follow the "Dose per Acre" for accurate results.
Dosage per Acre, Litre, & Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI)
| Crop | Dose (ml / Acre) | Water (L / Acre) | Dose (ml / Litre) | PHI (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | 156 - 312 gm | 200 - 400 L | 1 - 2 gm | 15 Days |
| Rice (Paddy) | 266 - 400 gm | 150 - 200 L | 1 - 2 gm | 15 Days |
| Safflower | 312 gm | 200 - 400 L | 1 - 2 gm | 15 Days |
*PHI = Pre-Harvest Interval: The minimum number of days to wait between the last spray and harvesting. Note: "ml" header retained for formatting, but dosage refers to product in grams (gm).
How to Apply Acemain: Field Best Practices
- Timing: Spray during the cooler early morning or late evening hours. Apply at the very first visual sign of pest damage to prevent large-scale outbreaks.
- Mixing: Thoroughly dissolve 1 to 2 grams of powder per liter of water. It mixes easily without foaming, making it highly efficient for field preparation.
- Coverage: Ensure deep, uniform spray distribution across the entire crop canopy. It performs perfectly in manual knapsack sprayers, tractor booms, and modern agricultural spraying drones.
- Safety: Always wear PPE (gloves, mask, goggles). Wash hands thoroughly after use. Avoid spraying during peak bee foraging hours to protect pollinators.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Acemain (Acephate 75% SP) primarily used for?
It is a powerful systemic and contact insecticide designed to eradicate stubborn sucking and chewing pests in crops like cotton, rice, chillies, and vegetables.
2. Will rain wash away the Acemain spray?
No. Acemain boasts excellent rainfastness. Once it is absorbed into the leaf surface—usually within 3 hours of spraying—it continues to protect the crop reliably.
3. Can I apply Acemain using agricultural spray drones?
Absolutely. Its highly soluble powder (SP) formulation dissolves perfectly without clogging nozzles, making it ideal for low-volume, precision drone applications.
4. How does it eliminate pests hiding deep inside the plant?
Thanks to its powerful systemic action, it travels through the plant's internal sap flow. Pests that hide inside stems or curled leaves ingest the sap and are eliminated automatically.
5. How long does the pest protection last?
Acemain provides exceptional, long-lasting residual control, keeping your fields pest-free for up to 12 to 15 days following a single proper application.
Safety & Disclaimer
Always read and follow the instructions on the official product label. The information provided here is for guidance only. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) during application.