Koiot

Mechanism of action: Imidacloprid efficiency

"Coyote" by Frandesa is a systemic insecticidal seed treatment based on imidacloprid. Unlike contact pesticides that remain on the surface, this solution is engineered for internal plant protection right from the germination stage. Belonging to the neonicotinoid class, imidacloprid targets the nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the nervous system of insects, causing blockage, paralysis, and death. This is essential for protecting the vulnerable root zone.

Why systemic action is crucial for seed treatment

The product is formulated as a suspension concentrate, ensuring high stability in the tank mix and uniform coverage of the seed material. Upon soil contact, the active ingredient dissolves and forms a protective "halo" around the roots. This is critical for controlling soil-dwelling pests like wireworms and ground beetles (Zabrus), which can destroy sprouts before they emerge.

Target pests and crop versatility

Coyote provides broad-spectrum protection for winter barley, wheat, potatoes, and corn against several key agricultural threats:

• Soil pests: wireworms.
• Early-stage surface pests: Colorado potato beetle, ground beetles, cereal flies, aphids, and leafhoppers.

By using Coyote, growers can significantly reduce insect pressure during the critical initial growth phases. Since the chemical is systemic, it moves through the plant tissues as the crop grows, providing secondary protection for newly developed leaves during the early vegetative stages.

Application and Handling

As a seed treatment, Coyote requires precise application equipment to ensure that every seed or tuber is evenly coated. With a 3rd hazard class rating, it requires standard protective measures. Its formulation stability is highly valued by agronomists, as it remains effective throughout the crucial tillering phase in cereals, preventing losses from early-season colonization by pests.