Oberon® Insecticide
InsecticidesOberon is a translaminar insecticide with excellent efficacy that delivers residual control against a range of sucking insect pests including mites, whiteflies and psyllids.
Oberon provides a highly effective option for psyllid control in potato and outdoor tomato crops.
Oberon is soft on beneficials when used as directed.
Key Benefits
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Provides proven control of potato psyllid, being highly effective against psyllid nymphs, while also reducing fecundity and viability of the eggs of adult females.
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Provides a new mode of action classified as a Lipid Biosynthesis Inhibitor (LBI), that controls pests via ingestion and contact and is an ideal rotational partner.
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Presents minimal risk to many beneficial insect species.
Product Details
| Active Ingredients | Chemical Group | Formulation Type | Pack sizes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spiromesifen 240 g/L | 23 | Suspension concentrate | 15 L |
Labels, SDS & HazNotes
Crop Suitability
Always read and follow label instructions.
Crop Suitability
| Application/Crop | Usage/Problem/Target |
|---|---|
| Tomatoes | Tomato psyllid |
| Potatoes | Potato psyllid |
| Capsicums | Two spotted mite |
| Greenhouse Tomatoes and Cucumbers | Greenhouse whitefly |
Use Guidelines
| Key Information | Comment |
|---|---|
| Application Rate/Timing | Field Tomatoes & Potatoes - Tomato/Potato psyllid: Use 600 ml/ha. Make two applications at 7 day intervals as part of a programme, in sufficient water to ensure good coverage of all foliage. If large numbers of adult potato/tomato psyllid are present, add a knockdown insecticide. Two spotted mite and Greenhouse whitefly: Use 60 ml/100 L of water/1000 square metres. Do not apply more than 60 ml of Oberon per 1000 square metres. Make two applications at 7 day intervals starting on appearance of pest. |
| Plan-back Interval | Following harvest of treated field tomato and potato crops a 30 day plant-back interval must be observed prior to planting follow on crops that may be used to provide animal feed or forage. |
| Compatibility | Do NOT apply in tank-mix with other pesticides and/or adjuvants. Do NOT apply other pesticides within 7 days before or after applying Oberon. |
| Withholding Period | Capsicums, Cucumbers, and Greenhouse Tomatoes: 1 day / Potatoes and Field Tomatoes: 7 days |