Agricultural poison
Malathion 57% EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
Malathion is a broad-spectrum insecticide and acaricide effective against a wide range of pests. It is particularly effective in reducing mite populations.
Product Name: Malathion 57% EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
Trade Name: Malathion
Group: Organophosphate
WHO Toxicity Class: III – Toxic and Harmful
Type: Non-Systemic Insecticide/Acaricide with Contact, Ingestive & Respiratory Action
Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI):
10 days
Compatibility:
- Incompatible with alkaline compounds; do not mix with them.
Application Management:
- Malathion is a broad-spectrum insecticide and acaricide effective against a wide range of pests.
- It is particularly effective in reducing mite populations.
- Spraying should begin at the first sign of infestation, and may be repeated every 7–14 days if necessary.
- Reduces blood cholinesterase activity (typical of organophosphates).
- Certain apple, pear, and grape varieties may show phytotoxic sensitivity to Malathion—apply with caution.
Target Crops and Application Rates:
| Crop | Pest | Dosage | Application Method |
| Cereals | Locusts | 0.7–1.5 L/ha | Foliar spray |
| Temperate Fruit Trees | Leafrollers, Green Aphids, Woolly Aphids | 1–2 L per 1000 L water | Foliar spray |
| Date Palm | Fruit Borer, Scale Insects, Leafhoppers | 2.5 L per 1000 L water | Foliar spray |
| Wheat | Common Aphid | 2.5 L/ha | Foliar spray |
| Alfalfa | Alfalfa Weevil | 3 L/ha | Foliar spray |
| Olive | Psylla | 2.5 L per 1000 L water | Foliar spray |
| Citrus | Scale Insects, Aphids | 2–2.5 L per 1000 L water | Foliar spray |
| Rose & Pine | Aphids | 2 L per 1000 L water | Foliar spray |
| Tea | Mealybug | 2 L per 1000 L water | Foliar spray |
| Melons & Cucurbits | Flies, Whiteflies | 1–1.5 L per 1000 L water | Foliar spray |
| Sugar Beet | Beet Fly | 1–2 L/ha | Foliar spray |
| Cherry | Fruit Fly | 1–2 L per 1000 L water | Foliar spray |
| Onion | Thrips | 2 L per 1000 L water | Foliar spray |
Notes:
- Avoid spraying during high temperatures to prevent phytotoxicity.
- Toxic to fish and beneficial insects—apply with care near aquatic areas.
- Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from alkaline substances.
