Darrick Rickmi Flubendiamide 39.35% SC Insecticide – Effective Control of Bollworms & Fruit Borers

Darrick Rickmi is a broad-spectrum insecticide from Darrick Insecticides Ltd., formulated with Flubendiamide 39.35% SC (Suspension Concentrate). Flubendiamide belongs to the diamide group of insecticides and works through a unique mode of action that targets the ryanodine receptors in the insect's muscle cells. This causes rapid muscle contraction, paralysis, and eventual death of the pest. Rickmi is especially effective against chewing and boring pests such as bollworms, fruit borers, and leaf folders, making it a dependable choice for protecting high-value field and vegetable crops.

The Suspension Concentrate (SC) formulation ensures easy mixing, uniform spray coverage, and good stability in water, so the product reaches the target pest effectively. Rickmi provides strong stomach action, meaning the pest dies after feeding on treated plant parts, and it also offers good residual control that keeps crops protected for a longer period. This makes it a practical tool for farmers who want to reduce pest damage and protect yield quality across the season.

Darrick Rickmi is designed for use on crops like Cotton, Chilli, Pigeon Pea, Sugarcane, and Rice, where it helps manage damaging caterpillar pests. It is a valuable addition to an integrated pest management (IPM) programme, offering reliable control while being safe for beneficial insects when used as directed. Always follow the label instructions and recommended dosage for safe and effective results.

Key Benefits

• Effective control of chewing and boring pests like bollworms, fruit borers, and leaf folders that cause serious crop damage.
• Strong stomach action ensures pests die after feeding on treated plant parts, giving reliable field results.
• Good residual activity keeps crops protected for a longer period, reducing the need for frequent sprays.
• SC (Suspension Concentrate) formulation mixes easily in water and gives uniform spray coverage.
• Helps protect yield and crop quality by reducing pest pressure during critical growth stages.
• Safe for beneficial insects when used as directed, supporting integrated pest management.

How It Works

Flubendiamide, the active ingredient in Darrick Rickmi, works by activating the ryanodine receptors present in the muscle cells of insects. When a pest feeds on plant parts treated with Rickmi, the active ingredient enters its body and triggers uncontrolled release of calcium from the muscle cells. This causes continuous muscle contraction, leading to paralysis and rapid death of the pest.

Because Rickmi acts mainly through stomach action, it is most effective against pests that chew and feed on leaves, stems, and fruiting parts. Once the pest stops feeding after ingesting the treated plant material, it quickly becomes paralysed and dies. The product also provides good residual activity, meaning the treated plant surface continues to protect the crop against new pest attacks for a considerable period after application. This combination of quick action and lasting protection makes Rickmi a dependable choice for managing caterpillar pests in field and vegetable crops.

Technical Specifications

Recommended Dosage & Application

Darrick Rickmi is applied as a foliar spray. Mix the recommended quantity of product in the required volume of clean water and spray thoroughly on the crop, ensuring good coverage of leaves, stems, and fruiting parts where pests feed.

• Use the dosage as per the product label and local recommendations for your crop and pest.
• Ensure uniform spray coverage on both upper and lower leaf surfaces.
• Spray during the early stage of pest infestation for best results.
• Avoid spraying during strong winds, heavy rain, or very hot sunlight.

For accurate dosage and crop-specific recommendations, always refer to the product label or consult your local agriculture officer or dealer.

When to Use

Apply Darrick Rickmi at the early stage of pest infestation, when the pest population is still low and easier to control. This gives the best protection and prevents the pest from spreading to more plants. For bollworms and fruit borers, time the spray to coincide with the egg-hatching or early larval stage, when young caterpillars are most vulnerable to the product.

Regularly monitor your crop for signs of pest activity, such as damaged leaves, bored fruits, or webbing. Spraying at the right time reduces crop loss and helps maintain healthy plant growth. Avoid application during heavy rainfall, as the product may be washed off before it can act effectively.

Step by Step Usage Instructions

1. Fill the spray tank with the required amount of clean water.
2. Add the recommended quantity of Darrick Rickmi to the water and stir well to make a uniform suspension.
3. Calibrate your sprayer to ensure even and correct coverage.
4. Spray the crop thoroughly, covering leaves, stems, and fruiting parts where pests feed.
5. Wear protective clothing, gloves, and a mask while mixing and spraying.
6. Clean the spray equipment thoroughly after use.
7. Wash hands and exposed skin with soap and water after handling the product.

Precautions & Safety

• Wear protective gloves, a mask, and goggles while mixing and applying the product.
• Avoid inhaling the spray mist and avoid direct contact with skin and eyes.
• Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling or spraying the product.
• Store the product in a cool, dry place away from food, feed, and drinking water.
• Keep the product out of reach of children and animals.
• Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water after use.
• Do not spray near water bodies, ponds, or areas where it may drift to non-target crops.