Greensboro, North Carolina
September 25, 2008
Syngenta Crop
Protection announced today the federal registration of
Voliam Xpress™ insecticide by the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency. Voliam Xpress is approved for use on head and leaf
lettuce, fruiting vegetables, head and stem brassicas, and
cucurbit vegetables. State registrations or specific crop and/or
pest uses may still be pending in certain states. Please check
with your state regulatory agency to determine registration
status.
Voliam Xpress utilizes two modes of action to protect crops from
chewing and sucking insects as well as lepidopteran pests. It
contains chlorantraniliprole (CTPR), a new mode of action from
the diamide family of insecticides and lambda-cyhalothrin, a
third-generation pyrethroid insecticide. The two active
ingredients are combined in an enhanced solution that provides
fast knockdown and long-lasting residual control of lepidopteran
pests, as well as other pests like beetles, plant bugs, stink
bugs and leafhoppers.
“Lepidopteran pests are a key concern in vegetable crops but
there are also a number of other pests that can affect yield and
quality,” said John Koenig, Syngenta insecticide brand manager.
“Voliam Xpress will provide a high level of control of worm
pests but will also control a number of other annoying,
secondary pests.”
Voliam Xpress provides fast knockdown of insects after
application. Some of the insecticide penetrates the leaf surface
rapidly and moves via translaminar flow to create a reservoir
inside the leaf, while the balance remains on the leaf surface
to create a powerful barrier of control.
“The fast knockdown of troublesome pests will help crops to
achieve their full yield potential, which may result in a boost
to the growers’ bottom line,” Koenig said.
Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to
sustainable agriculture through innovative research and
technology. The company is a leader in crop protection, and
ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market. Sales in
2007 were approximately $9.2 billion. Syngenta employs over
21,000 people in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is listed on
the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). Further
information is available at
www.syngenta.com.
Always read and follow label instructions before buying or using
this product.
Voliam Xpress™ is a trademark and the Syngenta logo is a
registered trademark of a Syngenta Group Company.
Voliam Xpress is a Restricted Use Pesticide.
Voliam Xpress is not currently registered for use or sale in all
states. Please check with your state or local extension service
prior to buying or using this product. |
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