IIL reaffirms its commitment to driving innovation in agriculture, empowering farmers, and contributing to the advancement of the agricultural industry.
Insecticides (India) Limited (IIL), a frontrunner in the crop protection and nutrition sector, is once again at the vanguard of innovation. This time they have introduced four cutting-edge solutions– Nakshatra, Supremo SP, Opaque and Million– designed to redefine modern agriculture.
‘Nakshatra’, marks a new milestone for Indian agriculture for sugarcane as IIL pioneers an innovative approach by coming up with a combination of two highly potent herbicides. Positioned as a game-changer– ‘Nakshatra’ delivers effective protection precisely when it is most critical in the sugarcane crop. This strategic product instills confidence in farmers, enabling them to rely on ‘Nakshatra’ to safeguard their sugarcane crop from unwanted weeds, thus contributing significantly to the sustainability of India’s vital sugar industry. Functioning as a post-emergence herbicide, ‘Nakshatra’ effectively controls variety of weeds, while ensuring the safety of the crop.
‘Opaque’, a trailblazing patented herbicide product again from the R&D wing of IIL, is all set to revolutionize the weed control for farmers pan India. Featuring a combination of two herbicides in ZE formulation, ‘Opaque’ delivers robust control over a variety of weeds creating optimal growth conditions for crop. Notably, its versatility to be used in multiple crops other than Onion will be a boon to the farmers. Already label expansion on crops like cotton and wheat is under way. For the effective control of weeds ‘Opaque’ should be used within 0 to 3 days following transplanting or sowing.
‘Supremo SP’, a versatile broad-spectrum systemic and contact insecticide, stands as a formidable tool against chewing and sucking insects. Its effectiveness extends to combating pests like stem borer and leaf folder in paddy, making it a valuable asset for farmers across India. Moreover, it is also effective for control of insects in vegetables.
Lastly, ‘MILLION,’ an innovative herbicidal solution, targets the notorious Phalaris minor weed in Wheat. ‘MILLION’ presents a strategic advantage for wheat farmers. Recommended at a dosage of 60 grams per acre through a pre-emergence application within 0-3 days of sowing, this application method ensures maximum efficacy in managing resistant Phalaris with no adverse effect on wheat.
Rajesh Aggarwal, Managing Director of Insecticides (India) Limited (IIL), emphasized the company’s dedication to bring the latest technology products for the Indian farmers through its R&D initiatives and stated, “We firmly believe that innovation is the bedrock of agricultural progress. Embracing state-of-the-art solutions is not a mere option, but a critical imperative for the future of farming. Our unyielding dedication centers on furnishing farmers with the requisite technologies for their prosperity. Through the introduction of these crop protection products, we envisage not only the well-being of individual farmers but also the holistic progress and sustainability of the entire agricultural sector, thereby bolstering the nation’s prosperity.”
In presenting these four pioneering solutions, IIL reaffirms its commitment to driving innovation in agriculture, empowering farmers, and contributing to the advancement of the agricultural industry.
