
Troopmax
A bacterial larvicide with high specificity, targeting pests while minimizing environmental impact and harm to non-target organisms.
Benefits
Target Specificity
Effectively targets specific pests like Hemiptera, Diptera, Coleoptera, and more, minimizing impact on non-target organisms.
Environmental Safety
As a bacterial larvicide, it poses negligible risks to the environment, making it a safer alternative to chemical pesticides.
Wide Range of Targets
Controls a variety of pests, including spittlebugs, corn borers, locusts, and various aphids, enhancing crop protection.
Sustainable Pest Management
Integrates well into sustainable farming practices, contributing to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies without harming beneficial organisms.
Composition | Amount |
|---|---|
TroopMax 0.8* 10⁸ CFU/g | (%) w/w |
Metarhizium anisopliae (spores) | 2%, 1 X 10⁸ CFU/g |
Beauveria bassiana (spores) | 2%, 1 X 10⁸ CFU/g |
Bacillus thuringiensis var Kurstaki (spores) | 2%, 1 X 10⁸ CFU/g |
Verticillium lecanii (spores) | 2%, 1 X 10⁸ CFU/g |
Carrier i (Dextrose) | Q.S. |
Composition
Additional Info
Target species
Hemiptera, Diptera, Coleoptera, Lepidoptera, Orthoptera and Hymenoptera etc. Spittlebugs (Cercopidae), pine moth Dendrolimus spp., corn borers Ostrinia nubilalis, Ostrinia furnacalis; Locustana pardalina, Locusta migratoria Chortoicetes terminifera, L. migratoria Anacridium melanorhodon, Hieroglyphus daganensis Schistocerca gregaria, Helicoverpa armigera, Spodoptera litura, Aphis craccivora, A. gossypii, Rhopalosiphum maidis, Brevocoryne brassicae, Myzus persicae and Bemisia tabaci etc.
Usage and Storage
Troopmax is compatible with all natural fertilizers. Maintain the product out of direct sunlight and store in a dark and cool place between 5–25ºC (40–77ºF). Do not refrigerate or freeze. Keep container tightly sealed after use. Keep away from children and pets. Do not inhale or ingest.
FAQ
What is TroopMax?
TroopMax is a biological insect and pest-control formulation designed to help manage insect pests using beneficial microbial biocontrol agents.
What organisms are used in TroopMax?
TroopMax contains Metarhizium anisopliae, Beauveria bassiana, Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki, Verticillium lecanii, and a dextrose carrier.
Which pests does TroopMax target?
TroopMax is recommended for a broad range of insect pests, including spittlebugs, pine moths, corn borers, locusts, grasshoppers, caterpillars, aphids, whiteflies, and related pests.
Which pest groups are covered by TroopMax?
TroopMax targets several major insect groups, including Hemiptera, Diptera, Coleoptera, Lepidoptera, Orthoptera, and Hymenoptera.
How does TroopMax work?
TroopMax works through biological pest-control mechanisms. Its microbial components can infect, suppress, or disrupt target insect pests, helping reduce pest pressure over time.
Is TroopMax a chemical insecticide?
No. TroopMax is a biological pest-control product based on beneficial microorganisms, not a conventional chemical insecticide.
What is the recommended dosage of TroopMax?
The recommended dosage is 5 g per litre of water.
How should TroopMax be applied?
Mix TroopMax with clean water and apply as a spray over the crop area. Ensure uniform coverage of the target crop canopy and pest-prone areas.
Can TroopMax be used with fertilizers?
Yes. The label states that TroopMax is compatible with natural fertilizers.
Is TroopMax suitable for integrated pest management?
Yes. TroopMax is suitable for IPM programs and can be used as part of a biological pest-control strategy alongside monitoring, sanitation, crop rotation, and compatible crop inputs.
Can TroopMax be used preventively?
Yes. TroopMax can be applied preventively when pest pressure is expected, or at the early stage of pest incidence for better population management.
Is TroopMax safe for the environment?
TroopMax is designed for high target specificity, and the label states that its impact on non-target organisms and the environment is negligible when used as directed.
How should TroopMax be stored?
Store TroopMax in a dark, cool place between 5–25°C. Keep it away from direct sunlight, do not refrigerate or freeze, and keep the container tightly sealed after use.
What is the shelf life of TroopMax?
TroopMax is best used within 18 months from the manufacturing date when stored under recommended conditions.
What precautions should be followed when using TroopMax?
Follow normal hygiene and housekeeping standards for agricultural products. Avoid inhalation or ingestion, keep away from children and pets, and use only as directed on the label.
Key Benefits
Broad-Spectrum Biological Pest Control
TroopMax is designed for biological control of a wide range of insect pests across major pest groups, including Hemiptera, Diptera, Coleoptera, Lepidoptera, Orthoptera, and Hymenoptera.
Multi-Microbe Formulation
TroopMax combines well-known entomopathogenic fungi and bacterial biocontrol organisms, including Metarhizium anisopliae, Beauveria bassiana, Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki, and Verticillium lecanii.
Targets Larvae and Soft-Bodied Pests
TroopMax supports management of damaging insect stages, including larvae and soft-bodied pests such as aphids, whiteflies, borers, caterpillars, and related field pests.
High Target Specificity
TroopMax is formulated for targeted pest control, helping reduce unnecessary impact on the wider environment when used as directed.
Natural Crop Protection Option
TroopMax is suitable for growers looking for a natural biological pest-management solution that can support more sustainable crop protection programs.
Compatible with Natural Fertilizers
TroopMax can be used alongside natural fertilizer programs, making it suitable for integrated biological crop-management systems.
Useful in IPM Programs
TroopMax can be included in integrated pest management programs as a biological tool for reducing pest pressure and supporting resistance-management strategies.
Easy Water-Based Application
TroopMax is applied by mixing with water and spraying at the recommended dosage, making it practical for use in field, horticultural, nursery, and protected-crop systems.
Dosage & Application
Dosage: 5g per liter of water
Recommended dosage is for guideline purpose only. More effective application rates may exist depending on specific circumstances.















