Ranger® 480EC
RANGER® 480EC is a non-systemic contact and stomach insecticide for foliar and stem application that is active against a range of insects widely used in agriculture for controlling insect pests including aphids, thrips, and whiteflies on roses, thrips and Antestia bugs on coffee.
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MODE OF ACTION: Chlorpyrifos (organophosphate group) works by blocking an enzyme which controls messages that travel between nerve cells. When the enzyme is blocked, the nervous system can’t send normal signals, which causes the nervous system to malfunction, eventually killing the pest.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
| Crop | Pest | Rate | Method of application |
| Roses | Aphids, Thrips, Whiteflies | Foliar spray 1.5-2 L/ha in 1000 litres of water 1.5-2 ml per litre of water | Apply at first signs of pest attack. Carry a sensitivity test on a few plants particularly on roses. Repeat applications on a 7-14 day intervals for maximum 3 applications per seasons. |
| Coffee | Thrips, Berry borer, Antestia bugs | Foliar spray 2 L/ha in 1000 litres of water 2 ml per litre of water | Apply at first sign of pest attack and repeat when necessary. Ensure thorough wetting of the plant. Repeat applications on a 7-14 day intervals for maximum 3 applications per seasons. PHI: 21 days |
| Building construction | Termites on wood | 3 ml per litre of water | Spray the construction wood and adjacent soil thoroughly. |
| Fruit trees | Termites | 10-20 ml per litre of water | Drench at the base of a tree followed by irrigating enough water, depending on severity of termite infection. |
APPLICATION TECHNIQUE: RANGER® 480EC can be used as direct spray or drenched into the soil (especially when controlling termites). Adequate coverage of the crop foliage and construction wood should be ensured.
APPLICATION TIMING: Apply RANGER® 480EC at first signs of infestation or insect egg hatch peak period and repeat applications on a 7-14 day intervals based on regular scouting.
PREPARATION OF SPRAY MIXTURE: Fill spray tank with half the amount of required water. Add required amount of RANGER® 480EC and fill the water to the required level. Agitate to ensure thorough mixing. Use the spray mixture on the same day of preparation.
COMPATIBILITY: RANGER® 480EC is compatible with most commonly used pesticides and liquid fertilizers. However, a compatibility test is advisable before mixing commercial quantities or spraying a large area.
PHYTOTOXICITY: RANGER® 480EC is non-phytotoxic when used as recommended.
RE-ENTRY PERIOD: DO NOT enter treated areas during the restricted-entry interval of 24 hours after the spraying. If prior entry is necessary wear appropriate protective clothing.
PHI: 21 days for Coffee
| Active ingredient | Chlorpyrifos 480 g/L |
| Target | Berry borers, Antestia bugs, Aphids, Whiteflies, Aphids, Termites |
| Crop | Coffee, Roses |
