{"product_id":"metarhizium-anisopliae-bio-pesticide-1","title":"Krishikranti Metarhizium Anisopliae Bio Pesticide | CFU 2×10⁸\/ml | Soil \u0026 Insect Pest Control","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Metarhizium Anisopliae?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetarhizium anisopliae is a naturally occurring entomopathogenic fungus widely used as a \u003ca href=\"\/kn\/collections\/bio-insecticides\"\u003ebio pesticide\u003c\/a\u003e in agriculture. It is especially effective against soil-dwelling and foliar insect pests that damage crops at root and shoot level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKrishikranti Metarhizium Anisopliae Bio Pesticide contains \u003cstrong\u003e2 × 10⁸ CFU per ml\u003c\/strong\u003e in liquid form. It provides long-lasting, residue-free pest control and is approved for \u003ca href=\"\/kn\/collections\/organic-insecticide\"\u003eorganic farming\u003c\/a\u003e and integrated pest management (IPM) programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMetarhizium Anisopliae Uses in Agriculture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetarhizium anisopliae insecticide is used to control both soil pests and foliar pests across major Indian crops:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Grubs\u003c\/strong\u003e – sugarcane, groundnut, soybean, potato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTermites\u003c\/strong\u003e – sugarcane, wheat, cotton, plantation crops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoot Grubs \u0026amp; Beetles\u003c\/strong\u003e – maize, sorghum, vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorers \u0026amp; Cutworms\u003c\/strong\u003e – paddy, brinjal, sugarcane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrips \u0026amp; Aphids\u003c\/strong\u003e – chilli, onion, cotton, pulses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMealybugs \u0026amp; Weevils\u003c\/strong\u003e – grapes, mango, papaya, coconut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fungal spores attach to the insect cuticle on contact, germinate, penetrate the body, and release toxins that kill the pest within 4–7 days. This mode of action works even on pests resistant to chemical insecticides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMetarhizium Anisopliae Dose \u0026amp; How to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiquid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCFU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 × 10⁸ per ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliar Spray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5 ml per litre of water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil Drench\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 ml per litre, apply near root zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 litres per acre mixed with FYM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpray Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly morning or late evening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepeat Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 10–15 days as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spray during low sunlight hours for best spore survival. Apply on both upper and lower leaf surfaces. For soil pests, drench the root zone or mix with well-decomposed FYM before broadcasting. Do not mix with chemical fungicides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Crops\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/kn\/collections\/insecticides-for-cotton\"\u003eCotton\u003c\/a\u003e, sugarcane, groundnut, soybean, \u003ca href=\"\/kn\/collections\/insecticides-for-rice-paddy\"\u003epaddy\u003c\/a\u003e, wheat, maize, chilli, \u003ca href=\"\/kn\/collections\/insecticides-for-tomato\"\u003etomato\u003c\/a\u003e, brinjal, onion, potato, grapes, mango, papaya, coconut, banana, cabbage, and ornamental crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Krishikranti Metarhizium Anisopliae?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh CFU count (2 × 10⁸\/ml) for reliable pest control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls both soil-dwelling and foliar pests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZero chemical residue – safe for export-quality produce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarmless to earthworms, beneficial insects, and soil microbes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks on chemical-resistant pest populations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with organic and IPM farming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy liquid formulation – mix and spray or drench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1. What is Metarhizium anisopliae used for in agriculture?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetarhizium anisopliae is used as a biological insecticide to control soil pests like white grubs, termites, and root grubs, as well as foliar pests like thrips, \u003ca href=\"\/kn\/blogs\/blogs\/moong-crop-aphid-control-guide\"\u003eaphids\u003c\/a\u003e, borers, and mealybugs in field and horticultural crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2. How does Metarhizium anisopliae insecticide work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fungal spores contact the insect body, germinate on the cuticle, penetrate inside, and release toxins that drain nutrients and kill the pest within 4–7 days. Contact alone is enough — the insect does not need to eat the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3. What is the dose of Metarhizium anisopliae per acre?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor foliar spray, use 3–5 ml per litre of water. For soil application, mix 1–2 litres per acre with FYM and broadcast in the field. For drip irrigation, use 2–5 ml per litre of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4. Is Metarhizium anisopliae safe for organic farming?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a naturally occurring soil fungus with no chemical residue. It is approved for organic farming, IPM programs, and export-quality crop production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5. Which pests does Metarhizium anisopliae control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt controls white grubs, termites, root grubs, beetles, borers, cutworms, thrips, aphids, mealybugs, weevils, and leafhoppers across vegetables, fruits, cereals, pulses, and plantation crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ6. How long does Metarhizium anisopliae take to show results?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInitial pest infection begins within 4–7 days. Full pest reduction develops over 10–15 days depending on pest type and environmental conditions. Repeat application after 10–15 days for heavy infestations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ7. Can Metarhizium anisopliae be mixed with other products?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works well with compatible \u003ca href=\"\/kn\/collections\/bio-products\"\u003ebio products\u003c\/a\u003e and neem-based inputs. Avoid mixing with chemical fungicides for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ8. What is the difference between Metarhizium anisopliae and Beauveria bassiana?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are entomopathogenic fungi used as bio pesticides. Metarhizium is especially effective against soil pests like white grubs and termites, while \u003ca href=\"\/kn\/products\/beauveria-bassiana-bio-pesticide-1\"\u003eBeauveria bassiana\u003c\/a\u003e is stronger against foliar sucking pests like whitefly and aphids. 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