Instructions for use and mechanism of action of the herbicide Akzifor

Weeds on agricultural land interfere with the full growth and development of cultivated plants. And if on private plots gardeners make do with folk remedies and remove them manually, then on an industrial scale farmers are forced to use chemicals. "Akzifor" is one of the herbicides that the instructions for use describe as an effective drug against weeds. Before using this chemical, study its principle of action, consumption rates and safety measures when working with the substance.

Composition and dosage form

The active substance of the herbicide responsible for its action is oxyfluorfen. Its concentration is 240 g/l. The drug is produced by the company FMRus. The herbicide is produced in the form of a concentrated emulsion, packaged in 1-liter bottles and 5-liter plastic canisters.

Suppressed weeds

Herbicide "Akzifor" is intended to protect onion plantings from weeds. The list of herbs against which the active substance effectively fights includes white pigweed, ragweed, field bindweed, Theophrastus rope, grass, field mustard, grasshopper and many others.

Principle of operation

The active substance of the herbicide called oxyfluorfen penetrates the cell membranes of developing weeds and provokes their destruction. As a result, the cells become deformed and the weed tissues dry out. The seedlings dry out instantly after exposure to the drug.

Period of protective action of the herbicide "Akzifor"

The time during which the chemical protects crops from harmful grasses depends on the degree of soil contamination.

Typically, a single application per season is sufficient.

Impact speed

After 2-3 days, the first signs of weed damage appear; complete destruction of the grass is observed after 1-2 weeks, depending on the degree of contamination of the area.

As for weed seedlings, they die off almost instantly.

Possibility of resistance

No cases of occurrence were identified during the entire period of use of the herbicide in agricultural practice.

Possibility of crop variation in crop rotation

One of the advantages of using the herbicide, farmers say, is that it does not have a negative impact on crop rotation.

Main pros and cons

Like any chemical, the Akzifor herbicide has its advantages and disadvantages.

The main advantages of using the drug to control weeds include:

1. Rapid action on weeds.
2. Wide range of effects on dicotyledons and a number of monocotyledons.
3. Increased economic efficiency of the drug.
4. Almost 100% biological effectiveness in tests.
5. Can be used in tank mixtures with other chemicals.
6. No impact on crop rotation.

Disadvantages of the chemical include its inability to be used on all crops and safety requirements.

Consumption rate of weed killer

For the treatment of onion and garlic plantings, the manufacturer recommends certain dosages of the substance. Failure to comply with the proportions can lead to the death of cultural plantings and environmental pollution.

How much chemical is needed:

1. Onions and garlic (except for feather crops) - 0.5 l. The consumption of the prepared working fluid is 200-300 liters per hectare of plantings. Spraying is carried out when the crops have formed 2 true leaves. Treatment is one time per season.
2. Onions and garlic (except for plants intended for feathers) - 1 liter. 200-300 liters per hectare are consumed per hectare of crops. Processing is carried out when the onions and garlic have formed 3 true leaves. Spraying is performed once per season.
3. Sunflower - 0.8-1 liter.The soil is tilled until the crop emerges. 200-300 liters of prepared working fluid are consumed per hectare of cultivated crops. Re-processing of plantings is not carried out.

How to prepare a working solution

Before preparing the working solution, prepare all the necessary tools and protective clothing to protect the farmer. 1/3 of clean water is poured into the sprayer. The recommended amount of herbicide is also added there. Mix the composition thoroughly. After this, add water to the end and mix the liquid again. The composition for processing cultivated plantations is ready.

You cannot make a chemical solution in advance. The liquid should be prepared immediately before processing the beds with onions and garlic. The solution remaining after spraying is disposed of.

Under no circumstances should the chemical be poured onto the soil or into nearby bodies of water, so as not to harm the environment..

Instructions for use of the finished mixture

When the working fluid is ready, they begin to process the plantings. This should be done in dry, windless weather. The use of the herbicide "Akzifor" during rain leads to a loss of the working qualities of the composition. Also, the chemical should not be used if the plant shows signs of damage by pests and diseases, or if the crop was damaged during the return of spring frosts.

If onions are grown for feather production, the herbicide cannot be used, since residues of the substance may be contained in the green parts of the plants and harm human health.

Safety precautions when using herbicide

As when working with any chemical, safety requirements are followed when using the herbicide "Akzifor".The person carrying out the treatment must be wearing protective clothing, rubber gloves on their hands, and their head covered with a headscarf or any other means of protection.

The place where the chemical is prepared and used should not be accessible to children or pets. Pregnant women and people who have allergic reactions should not spray the beds.

The degree of toxicity of the drug

A selective chemical, such as the herbicide "Akzifor", belongs to the 3rd hazard class. That is, it is moderately dangerous for bees, mammals and humans. If there are apiaries near the processing site, the owners are warned about the upcoming event in advance. This will prevent mass death of insects.

Compatibility with other substances

One of the main advantages of the Akzifor herbicide is its compatibility with all pesticides. It can be used in tank mixtures for complex treatment of cultivated plantings. It is recommended to conduct a test before use by mixing a small amount of drugs. If a sediment appears at the bottom of the solution or another chemical reaction occurs, the combined use of substances is abandoned so as not to harm the plants.

How to properly store the product

Since the substance is classified as a substance moderately hazardous to human health, it must be stored responsibly. To do this, use technical rooms where positive temperatures and average humidity are maintained. Store the herbicide in its original packaging, and restrict access to the premises for children and pets. If there is any working composition left after spraying, it is disposed of according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Analogs

If it is not possible to purchase the Akzifor herbicide in the area where the farmer lives, it is replaced with another chemical with the same active ingredient and working qualities. Such drugs include “Goal” and “Galigan”. They are also used to control dicotyledonous annual weeds on cultivated onion and garlic plantations. They contain the active ingredient oxyfluorfen, which has proven its effectiveness in the fields of many farmers.