After sowing various crops, the gardener faces a serious problem - weed control. They can be so aggressive that they cannot be defeated without the use of chemicals, especially when it comes to massive crops. This is where herbicides, such as Dianat, come to the rescue. This is an effective remedy created specifically for such cases. Thanks to it, the weeds weaken and disappear completely.
Composition and release form of the drug
This chemical is based on dicamba. This is the name of dimethylamine salt. One liter contains 480 g.
The herbicide is sold in large canisters - 60 liters each. This is explained by the fact that it is used for large fields. But sometimes you can find small 10-liter canisters on sale.
Dianate is a highly concentrated chemical solution that requires dilution in water.
In what cases can it be used?
Dianate is used for spraying field crops:
- corn;
- oats;
- rye;
- wheat;
- barley.
The selective herbicide is absorbed by weed leaves and penetrates the root system, preventing the growth of new shoots. This is its main action.
In addition, the chemical eliminates the carrion of previous crops, for example, rapeseed and sunflower.
It should be used only after the crop has sprouted. It has no effect on her, but only on weeds.
Benefits of Dianat:
- It affects not only annual but also perennial weeds.
- Reliable destruction of weeds, including difficult-to-eradicate root shoots.
- Selectivity regarding culture.
- Combines with other herbicides (for example, sulfonylureas, glyphosates), thereby increasing its effectiveness.
- There are no restrictions on crop rotation.
But, despite the many advantages, the herbicide has contraindications.
When not to use
Dianate is not used to control weeds during sowing. popping and sweet corn. This does not apply when corn is grown for silage.
There are also some other prohibitions on the use of Dianat:
- This herbicide should not be used on diseased crops or after dry weather.
- The product should not be used to treat corn that has previously been sprayed with insecticides. At least two weeks must pass between these events.
- The effectiveness of Dianat decreases at air temperatures below +6 and above +25 degrees Celsius.
- This herbicide should also not be used on wet plants. You have to wait until they dry, otherwise the moisture will wash away this chemical.
It is important to strictly follow the dosage when diluting a chemical with water, otherwise the effect will be far from expected. It is also important to implement safety measures.
What plants does it destroy?
Dianate is used against the growth of the following weeds:
- Cleavers.
- Dicotyledonous violet.
- Rake.
- Dissected geranium.
- Poppies.
It also eliminates weeds belonging to the cabbage family.
In addition, Dianat affects young shoots of previously sown crops, such as:
- peas;
- rape;
- sunflower.
Consumption rates for different crops
Depending on the type of plant, different amounts of chemical are required. For wheat, barley, rye - 0.15-0.3 liters per hectare. For processing corn - 0.4-0.8 liters per hectare, while it should have no more than 3-5 leaves.
We must remember that weeds do not dry out immediately after treatment. This does not mean that the drug is ineffective. But this means that the plants have stopped growing. After two weeks the result will be more noticeable.
After treatment, you cannot work with the soil for a week.
Preparation of the solution and its further use
In order to get a good result, you must strictly follow the instructions for use. The solution must be diluted just before spraying, because it cannot be stored.For dilution, you need to use a plastic container, pour a third of water into it, add the drug in the required amount, and then add the required volume of water.
Spray the plants manually. One spray is enough per season.
Safety precautions
In order not to harm your health, you must take precautions when spraying:
- There should not be any sources of drinking water nearby.
- Pets and children must be kept away.
- You should spray only in a special suit and headgear.
- After completing the work, you need to take off your suit, rinse your mouth with water and wash your hands thoroughly with soap.
- You cannot leave the solution in the container; you need to dispose of it.
- After work, the tank must be rinsed with a solution of ammonia.
The ammonia solution should be diluted per liter per 100 liters of water. After this, rinse the tank with water.
Toxicity of the product
The drug is very toxic, you must be careful. Hazard class for people – third.
How to store it correctly
The shelf life of the drug is two years. It should be stored out of the reach of children, protected from light.
Are there any analogues
The chemical has analogues:
- Lawyer, BP;
- Alpha dicamba, VRK;
- Banwell, VR;
- Governor, VR;
- Motto, BP;
- Decembrist, VR;
- Diamant, VR;
- Diastart, VR;
- Dicamber, VR.
If desired, you can find other similar drugs.
