PI Industries launches Pioxazon insecticide for rice, maize and Bengal gram
The indigenously discovered molecule is registered to protect crops against Yellow Stem Borer, Fall Armyworm and Pod Borer.
PI Industries announced the launch of Pioxazon (Pioxaniliprole 20% SC) in Hyderabad on Saturday, according to Telangana Today. The indigenously discovered insecticide molecule was developed for use in rice, maize and Bengal gram.
The Central Insecticides Board and Registration Committee (CIB&RC) has registered the product. It is intended for use against Yellow Stem Borer in rice, Fall Armyworm in maize and Pod Borer in Bengal gram.
Pioxazon has undergone multi-location field trials under diverse growing conditions. The product offers absorption within 30 minutes of application and provides rainfastness during erratic weather.
PI Industries Ltd Vice Chairperson and Managing Director Mayank Singhal said that with Pioxaniliprole, the company has demonstrated its ability to originate proprietary science and manage the complete innovation lifecycle from discovery to registration.