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Larvicides

Larvicides are biological agents used to control or eliminate the larval stage of pests, preventing them from maturing into harmful adults that can damage crops or spread diseases.

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What it is

Larvicides are substances or agents specifically designed to kill the larval stage of insects, particularly mosquitoes and other pest species. Larvicides are crucial tools in integrated vector management (IVM) programs aimed at controlling insect-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus.

Why is it important

Preventative Approach: Targeting the larval stage of insects interrupts their life cycle, preventing the development of adult mosquitoes and reducing the risk of disease transmission.

Environmentally Friendly: Larvicides can be highly selective, targeting only specific larval stages of pests and minimizing harm to non-target organisms, including beneficial insects and aquatic life.

Reduced Resistance Development: By targeting mosquitoes at an early stage of their life cycle, larvicides help mitigate the development of resistance to adulticides and other control measures.

How it works

Larvicides employ various modes of action to control mosquito larvae:

Biological Larvicides: These larvicides contain naturally occurring bacteria (e.g., Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis, Bacillus sphaericus) or fungi (e.g., Lagenidium giganteum) that produce toxins lethal to mosquito larvae when ingested.

Chemical Larvicides: Chemical larvicides, such as synthetic insect growth regulators (IGRs) or organophosphates, disrupt the development of mosquito larvae, preventing them from reaching adulthood.

Physical Larvicides: Some larvicides, such as oils or monomolecular films, create a physical barrier on the water surface, suffocating mosquito larvae by blocking their access to oxygen.

Integrated Larvicidal Strategies

Effective larvicidal programs often involve a combination of larvicides with larval habitat management, community engagement, and surveillance efforts. This integrated approach maximizes the impact of larvicides while minimizing environmental risks and promoting sustainable pest management practices.

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Explore our range of premium Larvicides tailored to meet your agricultural needs, providing effective control over larvae populations and safeguarding your crops.

Bacillus popilliae

Beneficial bacterium targeting Japanese beetle grubs. Safe for non-target organisms, no adverse effects on humans or environment. Provides long-term pest control without residue.

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Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis

Beneficial bacterium (Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies israelensis) effective against mosquito, fungus gnat, and blackfly larvae. Safe for non-target organisms, rapidly degrades in the environment.

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Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. kurstaki

Beneficial bacterium used against Lepidopteran pests like diamondback moth and leaf-eating caterpillars. Safe for non-target species, effective in foliar spray and dusting.

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Lysinibacillus sphaericus

Beneficial bacterium targeting mosquito larvae and other insect pests like gold-fringed moths and rice stem borers. Safe and rapidly degrades in the environment.

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