The Fital fungicide, according to the instructions for use, is low-toxic and is widely used for various crops. The drug is used for grapes, apple trees, cucumbers, tomatoes, potatoes, grain crops and others. It is designed to combat fungal infections on an industrial scale and in private gardens.
- Composition, release form and purpose of the fungicide "Fital"
- Mechanism of action of the product
- Advantages of the drug
- Expense rates for different plants
- Rules for preparing the working solution
- Instructions for use of the fungicide "Fital"
- Precautionary measures
- The degree of toxicity of the drug
- Compatibility
- Storage rules
- Fungicide analogues
Composition, release form and purpose of the fungicide "Fital"
The product is available in liquid form.The concentrate is poured into containers of different volumes: 5 l and 10 l canisters, 10 ml and 50 ml bottles. The drug consists of 3 components:
- aluminum phosphite;
- phosphoric acid;
- copper sulfate (2%).
The fungicide is used to combat fungal diseases of various types. It is suitable for many crops:
- cucumbers;
- tomatoes;
- grape;
- apple trees;
- rape;
- cereals.
Mechanism of action of the product
Aluminum phosphite prevents the activity of fungal cells, penetrates the membrane and causes their death. It also prevents germination, reproduction and spread of spores.
Phosphoric acid activates the production of peroxidase, which improves plant immunity.
Copper sulfate in small quantities activates the plant’s respiratory processes.
Advantages of the drug
"Fital" has a lot of advantages:
- wide spectrum of action;
- used for the treatment and prevention of diseases;
- after foliar treatment it penetrates into the roots and tubers of the crop;
- stimulates the immune system in plants;
- restores tissue respiration;
- does not have a toxic effect on crops;
- combines well with other drugs;
- economical consumption;
- acceptable price;
- non-toxic for humans and animals;
- It is also a fertilizer, as it contains a lot of phosphorus;
- convenient release form.
Important! “Fital” is good to use as a preventive measure. It will also enrich the plantings with phosphorus.
Expense rates for different plants
Depending on the crop and disease, application rates vary. For potatoes, tomatoes and cucumbers, use 0.2-0.25 ml per 1 square meter. Suitable for combating:
- late blight;
- peronosporosis;
- Alternaria blight;
- macrosporosis.
During the season, 3 sprayings are carried out. The same consumption rate is for grapes, the number of treatments is also the same. The product helps to cure:
- infectious drying out;
- gray and white rot;
- mildew;
- oidium;
- anthracnose;
- black spot.
For fruit-bearing trees, dilute 0.2 ml per square meter, repeat three sprays per season. Helps overcome:
- moniliosis;
- scab;
- powdery mildew;
- curliness;
- Clusterosporiosis.
Onions and hops are treated with a solution at a concentration of 0.3-0.5 ml per square meter. The procedure is repeated three times during the season. Helps destroy peronospora.
Soybeans and rapeseed are processed three times during the growing season, using a dilution of 0.2-0.3 ml per square meter. Combats:
- peronosporosis;
- ascochyta;
- Alternaria blight;
- fusarium;
- septoria;
- black leg;
- Phomasis;
- powdery mildew.
It is recommended to carry out treatments in dry, windless, sunny weather.
Rules for preparing the working solution
The required amount of Fital concentrate is poured into a canister from a sprayer. Then pour 3 water into it. Stir in a circular motion or using a glass rod. Add the remaining water. It is recommended to use rubber gloves and a protective mask while working. It is better to do cooking in a ventilated area or in the fresh air.
Instructions for use of the fungicide "Fital"
The drug should be used only for its intended purpose. After dilution, the plants are sprayed. A spray bottle or agricultural sprayer is suitable for this. Work is carried out in dry and windless weather, so as not to wash off the product. In a strong wind, drops of the solution will be transferred to neighboring ridges, which does not have a very positive effect.
Fital cannot be used for crops that do not tolerate phosphorus well.
Precautionary measures
The drug is low-toxic, but you should take precautions when working with it. To do this you need:
- Wear clothes that completely cover the body.
- Use rubber shoes with closed toes.
- Be sure to tie your hair in a bun and cover it with a cap.
- Gauze dressings are used to protect the respiratory tract.
- Do not eat or smoke while spraying.
- Children and pets are preliminarily fenced off from the work area.
- Under no circumstances should you taste the product.
If the solution comes into contact with exposed areas of the body, rinse thoroughly with water.
The degree of toxicity of the drug
“Fital” has a low level of toxicity, since phosphorus ions quickly decompose and settle on the soil and plant. Does not require special precautions during operation. It has no toxic effect on domestic animals, honey bees, bumblebees and other living organisms.
Compatibility
The product can be mixed with pesticides, insecticides and herbicides. It is necessary that the duration of their action be the same. When mixing the solution, the drugs are added alternately.
Storage rules
Fital can be stored at room temperature. Shelf life: 2 years from date of issue. Choose a place inaccessible to children and pets. The fungicide should be kept away from food, drugs and pet food.
Fungicide analogues
Exact analogues with the same level of toxicity, action and composition are not produced. The drug can only be purchased under this name.
