Ratna Panther
Dinotefuran 15% + Pymetrozine 45% WG
Ratna Panther (Dinotefuran 15% + Pymetrozine 45% WG) is an advanced dual-mode combination insecticide from Ratnakar India Ltd, Ahmedabad — India's leading agrochemical manufacturer, supplier, and exporter. Dinotefuran (neonicotinoid, rapid knockdown) and Pymetrozine (feeding blocker, selective) together provide fast comprehensive control of BPH, WBPH, GLH, and Rice Ear Head Bugs in rice. Ratna Panther combines speed with selectivity for sustainable paddy pest management including resistant hopper populations. Manufactured and exported by Ratnakar India from Gujarat, Ratna Panther is a modern science-backed rice insecticide combining complementary modes of action for superior plant hopper control.
| Mode of Action | systemic and contact |
|---|---|
| Major Crops | Rice |
| Target Pests | Brown Plant Hopper, white Backed Plant Hopper, Green Leaf Hopper, Rice Ear Head Bug |
| Packing | 66.6 gm, 133.2 gm, 333 gm |
FAQ for Ratna Panther
How does the combination in Ratna Panther work?
Dinotefuran provides rapid systemic neonicotinoid knockdown of plant hoppers while Pymetrozine blocks stylet probing causing starvation death — together delivering fast kill plus sustained population suppression.
Which plant hopper species does Ratna Panther control?
Ratna Panther controls Brown Plant Hopper, White Backed Plant Hopper, Green Leaf Hopper, and Rice Ear Head Bug — the key hopper pest species affecting rice yield and quality.
Is Ratna Panther effective against resistant BPH?
Yes, the dual-mode combination helps manage BPH populations resistant to single-mode insecticides like neonicotinoids or organophosphates, providing more reliable hopper control outcomes.
How is Ratna Panther applied in rice?
Dissolve Ratna Panther WG in water and apply as a foliar spray targeting the base of rice plants where hoppers congregate. Use sufficient water volume for thorough penetration to plant base.
Does Ratna Panther affect beneficial insects in rice?
Pymetrozine in Ratna Panther is selective for phloem-feeding insects with minimal impact on beneficial predatory insects, helping preserve natural enemies in the rice crop ecosystem.