The use of Apron is suitable for treating seeds. The substance helps protect planting material and young shoots from external or internal infections. The product helps to cope with primary infections and helps control secondary ones. The disinfectant is characterized by a long-term effect. By the next season, the seeds will not lose their viability.
Active substance and dosage form
The active component of the product is considered to be metalaxyl-M. There are 350 grams of substance in 1 liter.The composition is produced in the form of an emulsion, which is used to process seed material. The substance belongs to the chemical category of phenylamides.
Spectrum and mechanism of action
The drug is an effective remedy that is used to create a protective barrier against pathogenic substances. It successfully prevents oomycete infections. The substance is produced in the form of a water-based emulsion. It contains dye and adhesive. The substance is used in seed production factories. It is also suitable for use by farmers. Apron is very popular all over the world.
It is used as an essential substance that protects the seeds of sugar beets, vegetable plants, and sunflowers.
The uniqueness of the fungicide lies in its effectiveness in the fight against downy mildew, late blight, and rot. Moreover, the composition can be used for different crops. Seeds that are treated with the drug become much more resistant to these pathologies.
“Apron” is quickly absorbed by the seed material and is evenly distributed throughout the crop structure after germination. In addition, it is redistributed in the soil near the seeds. From there it is subsequently absorbed by the root system of the crop.
The key benefits of the substance include the following:
- reliable protection of planting material and young crops from infectious pathologies of external and internal nature;
- destruction of primary and secondary infections on crop sprouts;
- long-lasting protective effect;
- high tolerance to plants;
- long period of storage of treated seeds - they can remain until the next season and not lose their germination.
Consumption rate and application
Before preparing the working solution, you need to take a certain volume of the product and mix it with a small amount of water. After this, add the resulting product to a mixer filled with water. In this case, the composition must be stirred all the time. The prepared substance must be used on the day of manufacture.
Features of using the product for different crops are given in the table:
| Culture | Scope of application | Application phase | Consumption rate, liters/ton |
| Sunflower | Verticillium, white rot, downy mildew | Treatment of seed material with suspension before sowing | 3 |
| Sugar beet | Corneater, downy mildew | 2 | |
| cucumbers | Bacteriosis, peronosporosis | 2,5 | |
| Cabbage | Root rot | 0,5 | |
| Onion | Root rot | 1 | |
| Carrot | Root rot | 1 | |
| Watermelon | Downy mildew, root rot | 2,5 |
Security measures
When using the substance, it is important to adhere to safety rules. These include the following features:
- It is prohibited to process seed material in sanitary zones;
- it is permissible to plant treated seeds;
- Treatment is required in the morning and evening;
- the product is characterized by the third class of danger for bees;
- It is important to avoid getting the product into food and animal feed.
Concomitant medications
Apron is highly effective. Therefore, it does not have to be combined with other means. If such a need arises, you can additionally use other disinfectants. This is required when there is a high level of pathogens and significant damage to the soil. For any combination options, a compatibility test is required.
Terms and conditions of storage
It is recommended to store the product in special warehouses for pesticides. In this case, the temperature should be 0…+35 degrees.The shelf life is 4 years from the date of manufacture.
Analogues of "Apron"
Effective substitutes for Apron include the following seed protectants:
- "Quinto Duo";
- "Prestige";
- "Baryon".
"Apron" is considered an effective remedy that helps protect planting material from internal or external infections. For the composition to work, you must strictly follow the instructions. When carrying out processing, it is necessary to adhere to safety precautions. This helps avoid dangerous health consequences.
