Abamectin Formulations

Formulation Type: Abamectin 1.8% EC; Abamectin 5% ECApplication: Abamectin attacks the nerve system of insects and mites, causing paralysis within hours. The paralysis can not be reversed. Abamectin is active once eaten (stomach poison) although there is some contact activity. Maximum mortality occurs in 3-4 days. For optimum control, apply abamectin when the leaves are young to allow better absorption into leaf tissue. This will extend the residual control period. As leaves age and harden off they lose the ability to take up abamectin and residual control is greatly reduced.