Dursaban 480

Why Dursban 480 remains the benchmark for pest control

In today's intensive farming landscape, where pest resistance to pyrethroids has become a critical challenge, Dursban 480 by Dow AgroSciences (UK) remains a robust tool in the agronomist's arsenal. It is a classic organophosphorus insecto-acaricide that delivers results where many modern alternatives fail.

The Power of Chlorpyrifos

The main strength of the product lies in its active ingredient, chlorpyrifos. It utilizes a dual-action mechanism: contact and systemic (with a potent fumigant effect). This is particularly effective against pests that lead a hidden lifestyle. Unlike conventional contact poisons, Dursban 480 can penetrate into hard-to-reach areas, such as beneath soil clods, deep within stalks, or inside dense leaf clusters.

Key Operational Advantages

• Broad-Spectrum Efficacy: Effectively manages a wide range of pests, from Colorado potato beetles and cutworms to complex mites and grape berry moths.
• Application Versatility: The product is suitable not only for foliar spraying but also for soil application, which is essential for controlling soil-dwelling pests.
• Resistance Management: Rotating Dursban 480 with products from other chemical groups is a cornerstone of modern integrated pest management strategies.

While highly effective, strict adherence to safety protocols is mandatory. As a Hazard Class 2 product, it requires careful handling. The pre-harvest interval (PHI) ranges from 20 to 40 days, necessitating precise planning of agrotechnical cycles. With an application rate of 0.5–2.5 L/ha, it allows for flexible dosing, whether for preventative measures or emergency control during high-pressure pest outbreaks.

Who is this product for? Dursban 480 is the preferred choice for professional growers managing apple orchards, vineyards, potato fields, and cereal crops where preventing yield loss from hidden pests is non-negotiable.