Clothianidin - a new chloronicotinyl seed treatment for use on sugar beet and cereals: Field trial experiences from Northern Europe

摘要

Results are presented from field trials on sugar beet and cereals, carried out across northern Europe between 1996 and 2001 to test the new active ingredient, clothianidin, for use as a seed treatment. Across all crops tested, clothianidin demonstrated a high level of plant compatibility and provided substantial protection against soil pests and in particular virus transmitting aphids. Results generally indicated that a lower rate of clothianidin could be used to achieve at least equivalent efficacyto the established chloronicotinyl, imidacloprid. Yield benefits in relation to pest and virus control are given for all crops. Also presented from France are indications of substantial yield benefits to be gained from the control of leafhoppers in winter wheat from this seed treatment.