BioSafe AzaGuard Insecticide & Nematicide

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AzaGuard - Insecticide / Nematicide

AzaGuard is a 3% Azadirachtin formulated Insect Growth Regulator (IGR) that offers broad-spectrum insecticidal control on over 300 insect species. AzaGuard prevents molting between larval, pupal, and nymphal stages reducing insect infestations in and around the facility.

AzaGuard is most commonly applied in a foliar insecticide program and can be rotated and/or tank-mixed with other synthetic and botanical insecticides. For soil applications, AzaGuard can be drenched into the soil profile, as well as chemigated directly through drip irrigation systems to control various sub-terranean root herbivores. AzaGuard is labeled to be applied through high and low-volume sprayers, fogging applications, aerial applicators, and chemigation through various irrigation systems.

BioSafe AzaGuard can be used against the following pests

  • Ants
  • Aphids
  • Beetles
  • Cutworms
  • Fruit Flies
  • Fungus Gnat
  • Nematodes
  • Thrips
  • Budworms
  • Grasshoppers
  • Gypsy Moths
  • Hornworms
  • Pacific Mite
  • Boll Weevils
  • Weevils
  • Two-spotted Spider Mite

Why AzaGuard?

AzaGuard’s natural botanical formula meets all of the requirements of the National Organic Program (NOP), and is an important tool in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and sustainable disease control programs.

  • Formulation captures over 100 Limonoids Compounds
  • Immediately effective on insect larvae
  • Anti-feedant, insect growth regulator, ovi–position deterrent
  • Target all life stages by tank mixing
  • 1+ year shelf life

Active Ingredients

  • Azadirachtin

Certifications

  • cRc Kosher
  • OMRI Listed
AzaGuard Insecticide

What is the active ingredient in AzaGuard?

AzaGuard’s primary active ingredient is a highly concentrated 3% Azadirachtin formulation. Azadirachtin, a chemical compound belonging to the liminoid group, is formulated through an extraction process of the neem tree, mainly from the seeds that yield the purest form of the neem extract. AzaGuard’s raw neem oil extract is then put through a complex biosynthesis to create a concentrated, high-grade Azadirachtin formula that yields a higher percentage of critical limonoid components including nimbin, nimbidinin, and salannin.

What is AzaGuard's mode of action?

AzaGuard Insecticide/Nematicide is a versatile IPM tool that allows for field application on over 150+ different fruit and vegetable crops while also being labeled for greenhouse ornamental applications. AzaGuard is most commonly applied in a foliar insecticide program and can be rotated and/or tank-mixed with other synthetic and botanical insecticides. For soil applications, AzaGuard can be drenched into the soil profile, as well as chemigated directly through drip irrigation systems to control various subterranean root herbivores. AzaGuard is labeled to be applied through high and low-volume sprayers, fogging applications, aerial applicators, and chemigation through various irrigation systems.


Guaranteed Analysis

Active Ingredients:

Azadirachtin..............................................................................3.00%

OTHER INGREDIENTS:.........................................................97.00%

TOTAL:................................................................................. 100.00%

Contains 0.28 lb. (128 grams) of azadirachtin per gallon


How Growers Use AzaGuard

AzaGuard's 3% azadirachtin concentration is significantly higher than most neem-based IGRs, which typically run at 0.9-1.2%. That higher active concentration matters in high-pressure pest situations - you're getting more than twice the azadirachtin per application compared to standard neem products. The IGR mechanism disrupts molting between life stages, which means it needs to be applied before infestation pressure escalates - preventive and early-intervention timing is where AzaGuard performs best.

For soil applications and root zone pest pressure, AzaGuard can be drenched or chemigated through drip systems - one of the few azadirachtin products labeled for irrigation chemigation. Tank mix compatibility with synthetic and botanical insecticides allows it to fit into most existing IPM programs without creating a standalone application event.

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BioSafe AzaGuard Insecticide & Nematicide

What pests does AzaGuard control?

AzaGuard controls over 300 insect species and soil nematodes. It is particularly effective against aphids, leafhoppers, mealybugs, midges, psyllids, scale, thrips, and whiteflies via its insect growth regulator (IGR) mechanism, which disrupts molting between larval, pupal, and nymphal stages. For soil nematode pressure, apply as a soil drench or through drip irrigation.

What makes AzaGuard different from other azadirachtin products?

AzaGuard contains 3% azadirachtin - significantly higher than most competitors which run at 0.9 to 1.2%. It also contains over 90 additional limonoids beyond azadirachtin that provide anti-feedant effects, ovicidal activity, and some repellency - a multi-mode approach that single-compound formulations cannot match. Critically, AzaGuard uses only food-grade inerts: polysorbate and saponin. Competitor products often use ethanol as a solvent - the milky white color when mixed is the ethanol indicator. Ethanol in the root zone causes plant stress when drenching. AzaGuard is safe for both foliar and root drench applications.

Can AzaGuard be used in a drip or root drench program?

Yes. Because AzaGuard uses food-grade inerts (no ethanol or petroleum), it is safe for soil and root zone applications. Competitor azadirachtin products with ethanol solvents can cause root zone stress when drenched. AzaGuard can be used to target soil-dwelling pests and nematodes via drip irrigation or soil drench without phytotoxicity concerns at label rates.

Is AzaGuard safe to use with beneficial insects and biological control agents?

Yes. AzaGuard's IGR mechanism targets insect hormone systems specific to the pests being controlled - it does not harm most adult beneficial insects, predatory mites, or pollinators at label rates. This makes it compatible with BCA (biological control agent) programs. Apply strategically within your IPM schedule to minimize any incidental contact with beneficial populations.

What are AzaGuard's REI and pre-harvest interval?

AzaGuard has a 4-hour REI and a 0-day pre-harvest interval. OMRI certified for organic production. Best practice is to use AzaGuard proactively early in the production cycle rather than reactively once pest populations are established.

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