Introduction of Bayer Confidor® Super Insecticide

In modern agriculture, insect management plays a crucial role in ensuring high yields and healthy crops. One of the most trusted and widely used insecticides in India is Bayer Confidor® Super, known for its long-lasting control of sucking pests. Backed by Bayer’s advanced formulation technology, Confidor Super provides effective protection against pests like aphids, jassids, whiteflies, thrips and many others.
This blog covers everything farmers need to know about Super Confidor technical name, content, dosage, uses and key benefits.

What is Bayer Confidor® Super Insecticide?

Bayer Confidor® Super Insecticide is a systemic insecticide belonging to the neonicotinoid group. Because of its unique mode of action, it gets absorbed by the plant and provides protection from inside, making it highly effective even on hidden or hard-to-reach pests.

Super Confidor Technical Name

The technical name of Bayer Confidor® Super is:
Imidacloprid 30.5% SC (Suspension Concentrate)

This formulation contains high-quality active ingredient that ensures quick knockdown and long-lasting pest control.

Super Confidor Content

Each litre of Confidor Super contains 30.5% Imidacloprid, a world-class neonicotinoid insecticide. This systemic compound moves within the plant tissues after application and targets the nervous system of insects, providing effective control of major sucking pests.

Super Confidor Dose – Recommended Dosage Guidelines

Correct dosage is essential for achieving the best pest control results while ensuring crop safety. Below are the recommended doses commonly followed by Indian farmers.

Super Confidor Dosage per Litre of Water

For foliar spray:
0.3 ml to 0.5 ml per litre of water

This dose may vary slightly depending on the crop and severity of pest infestation.

Super Confidor Dosage per Acre

For field application:
20–25 ml per acre (diluted in sufficient water depending on crop canopy)

For larger crops such as cotton, sugarcane, or fruit orchards, the water volume may increase, but the active ingredient dose remains the same.

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Super Confidor Insecticide – Mode of Action

Imidacloprid in Confidor Super acts as a neurotoxin by disrupting the insect nervous system. It binds to the nicotinic acetylcholine receptors of pests, leading to paralysis and eventual death.
This makes the product highly effective on pests that suck plant sap and hide under leaves where normal contact insecticides fail.

Its systemic action ensures that even newly emerging shoots are protected after spraying, giving long-lasting pest control.

Uses of Bayer Confidor® Super Insecticide

Confidor® Super Insecticide is used on a wide range of crops across India. It is especially effective against sucking insects which cause maximum yield losses.

Major Pests Controlled

• Whiteflies
  
• Jassids
  
• Aphids
  
• Thrips
  
• Leafhoppers
  
• Brown planthopper (BPH)
  
• Green leafhopper (GLH)
  
• Mealybugs (early-stage)
  
• Psylla
  
• Termites (in some crops)
  

Crops Where Confidor Super Is Commonly Used

• Cotton
  
• Paddy (Rice)
  
• Vegetables (tomato, chilli, brinjal, okra, gourds)
  
• Pulses and oilseeds
  
• Sugarcane
  
• Fruit crops (mango, citrus, pomegranate, grapes)
  
• Tea plantations
  
• Ornamentals and nursery crops
  

Key Uses & Application Stage

Ideal for early-stage pest control

Controls young larvae and nymphs

Protects tender shoots and newly growing leaves

Helps manage vectors that transmit viral diseases (especially whiteflies and jassids)

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Benefits of Bayer Confidor® Super Insecticide

1. Strong Systemic Action

After application, the active ingredient is absorbed quickly into the plant and distributed through the tissues. This means even hidden insects feeding under the leaves are controlled effectively.

2. Long-Lasting Protection

Confidor Super offers protection for several days, reducing the need for repeated sprays and lowering the cost of pest management.

3. Fast Knockdown Effect

Imidacloprid acts quickly on the insect nervous system, providing rapid suppression of pest populations.

4. Broad-Spectrum Activity

Effective against multiple sucking pests across various crops, making it a versatile product for farmers.

5. Reduced Viral Disease Spread

By controlling sucking pests like whiteflies, aphids, and jassids, Confidor Super indirectly helps in reducing the spread of viral diseases in crops.

6. Rainfast & Crop-Safe

Once dried, Confidor Super is resistant to light rains and does not wash off easily. It is also safe on recommended crops when used at proper dosage.

7. Compatible with Most Fertilizers and Pesticides

Confidor Super can be tank-mixed with many fungicides or micronutrients, making it convenient in integrated spray schedules.

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How to Use Super Confidor Correctly?

• Always read the label and follow safety instructions.
  
• Use the recommended dose: 0.3–0.5 ml per litre or 20–25 ml per acre.
  
• Ensure thorough coverage of both upper and lower leaf surfaces.
  
• Avoid spraying during strong sunlight or windy conditions.
  
• Rotate with insecticides having different modes of action to prevent resistance.
  

Final Opinion

Bayer Confidor® Super Insecticide is one of the most reliable solutions for controlling a wide range of sucking pests in crops. With its powerful systemic action, long-residual effect, and broad crop suitability, it has become a preferred choice among Indian farmers. When applied at the correct dosage, it not only protects crops from insect attack but also supports higher yields and healthier plant growth.

Whether you grow cotton, vegetables, fruits, sugarcane, or paddy, It provides dependable pest control and improved crop quality. For best results, always follow recommended guidelines and integrate Confidor Super into a proper pest management program.

Also Read: About Confidor® Super Insecticide on BAYER Site