Bacillus Thurinjiences

1. Highly Specific Biocontrol Agent– Effective against caterpillars and larvae of lepidopteran pests (bollworms, cutworms, leaf-eating caterpillars, fruit borers, armyworms, diamondback moth, cabbage looper).
2. Toxin Producer– Produces Cry and Cyt crystal proteins that act as stomach toxins for insect larvae.
3. Fast Action– Caterpillars stop feeding within hours of ingestion and die within 2–3 days.
4. Eco Friendly– Harmless to humans, animals, pollinators, and beneficial insects.
5. Residue Free– 100% safe for food crops, leaves no toxic residues.
6. Resistance Management– Can be rotated with other biopesticides to prevent resistance build-up.
7. Sustainable Solution– Works as part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs.
8. Safe andCertified– Approved for use in organic farming.

Cotton, Vegetables (cabbage, cauliflower, tomato, brinjal, okra), Pulses, Fruits, Maize, Rice, Plantation crops, and Ornamentals.

1. Ingestion by Larvae – Bt spores and Cry protein crystals are consumed by insect larvae while feeding on treated leaves.
2. Toxin Activation – In alkaline gut, Cry proteins dissolve and bind to midgut cells.
3. Cell Damage – Creates pores in gut wall, leading to septicemia.
4. Larval Death – Insects stop feeding immediately and die within 48–72 hours.
5. Selective Action – Targets only pest larvae; safe to beneficial insects.