Technologies
Title: | Microfine Neem Biopesticide |
Area: | Rural Technologies |
Focus Area: | Agriculture Technology |
Social Benefits: | Can be used as biopesticide to control insect pests under field condition; Especially useful for organic farming as no chemicals are added to the formulation; an be further improved for synergistic effect with other biopesticides |
Developing Agency: | Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai, Maharashtra |
Brief Description
Description : | Biopesticides have been developed as environment friendly alternate to chemical pesticides. Pesticidal properties of neem leaves have been known in literature. A novel biopesticide using whole neem fruit in combination with other ayurvedic herbs in micro fine dust form has been developed. The formulation particles create a sustained release effect since the ingredients are gradually released and thus a long term protection from insects is achieved. The product is economical and efficient in the field. |