Metaxa

Systemic Protection for Early Crop Growth

"Metaxa" is an effective insecticidal seed treatment developed to safeguard sowing material during the critical germination stages. Manufactured by Shanghai Agrochina International Trade Co., Ltd., the product utilizes thiamethoxam, a time-tested active ingredient. As a second-generation neonicotinoid, it has become an industry standard for its high systemic activity and consistent performance in the field.

Why Growers Trust This Formula

The primary advantage of the formulation is its ability to distribute evenly throughout the seedling, creating a persistent protective barrier. This prevents pests from feeding on the crop during its most vulnerable phase. Thiamethoxam also provides a notable "Vigor effect," which not only guards the seed but helps the plant cope with abiotic stresses during the early growth cycle.

Application and Effectiveness

Supplied as a suspension concentrate, the product is perfectly adapted for industrial and farm-level seed treatment. Metaxa specializes in protecting key crops such as sunflower, corn, and fodder beet. It targets the most devastating soil-dwelling and early-season pests:

• Wireworms, which can cause 30-40% yield loss in emerging crops.
• Flea beetles.
• Weevils, which damage the growing point of the plant.
• Aphids and shield beetles, which are vectors for viral diseases.

Safety and Regulation

Classified as a toxicity level 3 product, Metaxa requires adherence to standard safety protocols for pesticide handling. Its systemic action ensures protection for 6–8 weeks after planting, allowing the crop to establish itself before the need for post-emergence insecticide applications. With Wassma-Chemical acting as the applicant and official distributor, farmers are guaranteed a certified and high-quality product ready for application.