Research and Development of a Novel Insecticide 'pyridalyl'

Abstract

Pyridalyl was discovered and has been under worldwide development by Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. It was already registered in some Asian countries in 2004, including Japan. This novel insecticide exerts excellent control against various lepidopterous and thysanopterous pests on cotton and vegetables. Many existing insecticide-resistant strains of lepidopterous pests can be adequately controlled by pyridalyl as well as susceptible strains. Since pyridalyl develops quite unique insecticidal symptoms, it is considered that pyridalyl has a different mode of action from any other existing insecticide. Its excellent safety to mammals and various beneficial arthropods would provide us with an important tool in IPM (Integrated Pest Management).