Abamectin 18 g/L Insecticide – Vertimec Equivalent – Broad Spectrum Pest Control (1L Bottle)
Highly effective broad-spectrum insecticide and acaricide, identical in composition to Vertimec, designed for the control of a wide range of mites, leaf miners, thrips, and other plant pests. Thanks to its translaminar action, the product penetrates plant tissues and provides reliable protection against pests feeding on leaves.
The active substance abamectin acts on the nervous system of insects and mites, causing rapid paralysis and eventual death. It is widely used in vegetable crops, orchards, greenhouses, and horticultural production, where effective pest control is essential for protecting plant health and maintaining high yields.
This insecticide is particularly effective against spider mites, thrips, and leaf miners, pests that commonly affect crops such as tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, eggplants, and ornamental plants. The formulation allows for easy dilution and application with standard spraying equipment, ensuring uniform coverage of plant foliage.
When applied during the early stages of infestation, Abamectin 18 g/L provides fast and reliable control while helping reduce pest populations and crop damage.
Application Technique
Pour the required amount of product into the sprayer tank that is half-filled with clean water, with the agitator running until the product is fully dispersed. Continue agitation while filling the tank with the remaining water. Prepare only the amount of spray solution needed for the current application and use the solution immediately after preparation. If the product is mixed with other formulated products, it is recommended to perform a compatibility test on a small area before large-scale use.
Approved Uses and Recommended Dosage
Apples and pears – controls spider mites (Tetranychus urticae, Panonychus ulmi); recommended dose 0.6–0.96 L/ha.
Pear (pear psylla) – controls Psylla pyri; recommended dose 0.375–1.2 L/ha.
Peaches – controls spider mites (Tetranychus urticae, Panonychus ulmi, Bryobia rubrioculus); recommended dose 0.5–1.2 L/ha.
Grapevines (table grapes) – controls Tetranychus urticae; recommended dose 0.5–1.2 L/ha.
Grapevines (wine grapes) – controls Tetranychus urticae; recommended dose 0.25–1 L/ha.
Tomatoes (field and greenhouse) – controls spider mites, broad mites (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) and leaf miners (Liriomyza trifolii); recommended dose 0.15–1 L/ha.
Eggplants (field and greenhouse) – controls Tetranychus urticae; recommended dose 0.15–0.8 L/ha.
Melons, watermelons and pumpkins – controls spider mites and leaf miners (Liriomyza trifolii); recommended dose 0.15–1 L/ha.
Cucumbers and zucchini – controls spider mites and leaf miners (Liriomyza trifolii); recommended dose 0.15–1 L/ha.
Strawberries – controls spider mites, cyclamen mite (Phytonemus pallidus) and leaf miners (Liriomyza trifolii); recommended dose 0.15–1 L/ha.
Lettuce – controls spider mites, broad mites and leaf miners; recommended dose 0.15–1 L/ha.
Pre-harvest interval (PHI) from the last treatment to harvest:
• 3 days for apples, pears, tomatoes, eggplants, cucumbers, zucchini and strawberries
• 5 days for melons, watermelons and pumpkins
• 7 days for lettuce
• 10 days for grapevines
• 14 days for peaches
Product Features
• Active substance: Abamectin 18 g/L
• Type: Insecticide and acaricide
• Equivalent to: Vertimec
• Targets: Spider mites, thrips, leaf miners and other plant pests
• Mode of action: Translaminar action affecting the insect nervous system
• Application: Vegetables, orchards, greenhouses, horticulture
• Formulation: Liquid concentrate for dilution with water
• Packaging: 1 L bottle