Cosmos® 500

Ensuring Stand Uniformity from Day One

Successful planting of corn and sunflower depends heavily on seed protection against soil-dwelling pests. The systemic seed treatment «Космос® 500» from Basf S.A. provides an effective shield for your crops, preventing the devastating damage often caused by wireworms or cutworms before the plant even emerges.

Performance Features

• Advanced Systemic Action: Based on fipronil, this suspension concentrate moves within the developing seedling, offering consistent protection against wireworms, cutworms, and the frit fly. This provides long-lasting immunity during the critical early growth stages.
• Optimized Application: With a low application rate of 0.02–0.06 L/t, the product is highly efficient, allowing farmers to reduce operational costs while maintaining optimal plant stand density.
• Seed Safety and Adhesion: The formulation is designed to stick perfectly to the seed coat, preventing dust-off during seed loading and ensuring that the active ingredient remains where it is needed most.

Field Application Guidelines

Agronomists rely on «Космос® 500» in fields with historically high pressure from soil pests. As a systemic seed treatment, it works by eliminating target pests that feed on or near the treated seed and young root systems. Its second hazard class means that professional application equipment must be used to ensure uniform coverage, which is key to its high performance.

By sticking to the recommended dosage of 0.02–0.06 L/t, you protect the yield potential of your sunflower and corn crops from the very start. Unlike broad-spectrum contact sprays, this treatment specifically targets soil threats, ensuring the crop grows without being hindered by underground infestation, thus maximizing the overall return on investment per hectare.