Simca BC

Simca BC : A biopesticide was developed using seed oil of Simarouba glauca DC as an alternative to chemical pesticides for the management of insect pests of forestry, agricultural and horticultural importance.  When compared to synthetic insecticide, 70 – 80 % reduction in insect population was observed with no further infestation of insect pests of crops there by bringing down the cultivation cost.  No phytotoxic  or residual effect was observed. To spray over 1.5 to 2.0 lakhs seedlings in the nursery, 100 ml of “Simca BC” is to be mixed in 10 L of water. For 1 ha of 1-2 yrs old plantations, 500 ml of “Simca BC” would be required.