Sustainable agriculture: a new ally against caterpillars

The management of caterpillars in Brazilian crops has been receiving increasing attention with the use of more sustainable biological solutions. According to Farm Plus Softwares for Farms, Dipel WP is an example of a product that combines effectiveness and safety for the producer. Manufactured by Sumitomo Chemical Brasil, Dipel WP contains the active ingredient Bacillus thuringiensis, var. kurstaki, and is registered with MAPA under number 00858901. The insecticide presents a wettable powder (WP) formulation and acts by ingestion, causing the death of larvae between 24 and 48 hours after consumption. It is indicated for various crops, including cotton, soybeans, corn, and coffee, with doses ranging from 60 g to 1,000 g per hectare, depending on pest pressure. To maintain effectiveness, it is recommended to perform sequential applications with an interval of seven days and constantly monitor the presence of pests, adjusting the dosage as necessary. In addition to its rapid effect, ...