“Benomil” is understood as a systemic fungicidal agent and disinfectant for planting material. With its help, it is possible to cope with a whole range of diseases of cereal plants and sugar beets. The drug has a wide range of fungicidal activity and helps increase yield parameters. In order for the product to have the desired effect, it is important to strictly follow the instructions.
Composition and dosage form
The drug is produced in the form of a wettable powder. The active ingredient is benomyl.1 kilogram of fungicide contains 500 grams of the main ingredient.
Mechanism of action
The principle of action of the fungicide is aimed at inhibiting the cell division of pathogens. The product has protective properties and helps cope with infections. It successfully suppresses the activity of fungal microorganisms.
"Benomyl" is absorbed by the foliage and root system of cultivated plants. After which the active substance is directed towards the apex. In this case, one part of Benomil remains on the surface of the crops, and the second penetrates the plant and is transformed into carbendazim. This substance has pronounced fungicidal characteristics.
When the active component is hydrolyzed, butyl isocyanate gas is produced. It enters the mycelium of pathogens and immediately stops cell respiration. This helps to quickly stop the subsequent development of pathogens. This effect provides an additional fungicidal effect of the drug.
The advantages of the product include the following:
- activity against a wide range of fungal microorganisms;
- systemic therapeutic and preventive properties;
- long protective period - when treating plants with a fungicide, it lasts 1.5-2 weeks, after using the composition for treating seed material, this period reaches 25 days;
- quick effect - it occurs within 2-3 hours after application;
- lack of phytotoxicity if the rules of use are followed;
- low cost per hectare norm - this guarantees the payback of the substance.
Area of use
The product can be used to combat various disorders. These include snow mold, gray rot, and powdery mildew. The composition is also effective against fusarium, oidium, septoria and many other fungal pathologies.
Instructions for use of the Benomyl disinfectant
The dosage and rules for using the substance are given in the table:
| cultivated plant | Pathologies | Dosage, kilograms per 1 hectare, kilograms per 1 ton | Features of use | Waiting period (number of treatments) |
| Winter wheat | Snow mold, various types of root rot | 0,3-0,6 | Plantings need to be processed during the growing season. For 1 hectare you need to use 300 liters of working solution. | 50 (1)
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| Spring wheat | Powdery mildew | 0,5-0,6 | ||
| Winter rye | Snow mold, different types of root rot | 0,3-0,6 | ||
| Sugar beet | Cercospora blight, powdery mildew | 0,6-0,8 | Plantings need to be sprayed during the growing season. It is recommended to use 400 liters of working fluid per 1 hectare. | 20-40 (1-3) |
| Dressing of planting material | ||||
| Spring and winter wheat | Smut, snow mold, root rot | 2-3 | Seeds need to be treated before planting. For 1 ton it is worth using 10 liters of working solution. | — (1) |
| Spring and winter barley | Various types of smut, root rot | |||
| Oats | Smut, root rot | |||
| Winter rye | Stem smut, snow mold, root rot | |||
To make a working solution, it is recommended to fill the sprayer tank one third with water. With the hydraulic mixer turned on, add the required amount of the drug or pre-prepared stock solution.
To make a stock solution, fill the container a quarter full with water, add the drug and add water. This is done with constant stirring of the composition. After adding the product or mother solution, you need to pour water into the sprayer.
This sequence of actions helps prevent the ingredients of the product from precipitating. The working mixture must be used on the same day. After treating the plantings, the sprayer must be rinsed with water.
Precautionary measures
When using the drug, you must use personal protective equipment. It is recommended to wear gloves and a respirator. The working solution should be prepared in an open area. This cannot be done indoors.
When using a fungicide, it is recommended to avoid contact with skin or eyes. While processing plants, do not eat, drink or smoke. After finishing spraying the crops, wash your face and hands well.
In case of poisoning with Benomyl, it is recommended to provide first aid to the person in a timely manner. If the substance comes into contact with the skin, rinse it with plenty of water. If the product gets into your eyes, they should be rinsed with plenty of running water.
Compatibility with other substances
The product can be combined with other protective drugs. The exceptions are substances that have strongly alkaline or strongly acidic reactions. Benomyl cannot be combined with Bordeaux mixture and sulfur-based preparations.
Terms and conditions of storage
It is recommended to keep the drug in pesticide warehouses. The composition must be in sealed packaging.
In this case, the temperature range can be from -10 to +30 degrees. Shelf life in sealed packaging is 2 years.
What can be replaced
“Fundazol” is considered an effective analogue of the product.
"Benomyl" is an effective fungicidal agent that helps cope with most fungal infections. The substance can be used to treat plantings or seed material before planting.It is important to strictly follow the instructions and observe safety rules.
