Instructions for using the herbicide Swift against weeds

To clear the area of ​​weeds for further planting of cultivated plants, sowing vegetables, creating lawns and flower beds, owners of personal plots often use a herbicide called “Swift”. The pesticide is capable of quickly destroying all vegetation with which it comes into contact. It is important to strictly follow the instructions and not violate safety rules when working with the drug.

Composition and release form of the herbicide "Strizh"

The herbicide belongs to the class of organophosphorus compounds. It is based on isoprylamine salt, or glyphosate, the concentration of which is 687 grams per kilogram of the drug. The chemical is produced in the form of water-soluble granules and packaged in plastic bags of 9 g, 22.5 g, 45 g.

Purpose of the drug

Herbicide "Strizh" is a continuous action pesticide that can effectively clean:

• areas for planting vegetables from sow thistle, sow thistle, creeping wheatgrass, ragweed and other difficult to eradicate weeds;
• paths, areas near fences, gazebos, greenhouses from weeds;
• before the start of site development;
• for sowing lawn grass.

Mechanism of action of weed killer

After treatment with the herbicide “Strizh”, glyphosate penetrates into all plant organs, accumulates in tissues and growth points, which leads to disruption of physiological processes. The first visible signs of damage appear after 3 days - the leaves turn pale and growth stops. After 3-4 weeks, the weeds finally die.

Once on the soil, the herbicide is absorbed by root hairs and leads to the death of rhizomes and the entire plant.

Advantages of use

The advantages of the herbicide "Strizh" include its features:

• a continuous action pesticide can destroy any weed growing in the treated area;
• the release form is convenient for transportation and use;
• small packaging makes it possible to successfully use it on private farms;
• low cost of the drug.

Consumption measures for various plants

According to the regulations, the rate of use of the Swift herbicide on private farms depends on the crop being treated and the weeds being destroyed. To exterminate annual and perennial cereals, as well as dicotyledonous weeds, you will need:

• 22.5-33 grams per 1 hundred square meters of fruit or vineyards;
• 22.5-33 grams per 1 hundred square meters of area intended for potatoes, melons, and berry crops;
• 33 grams per 1 hectare for cultivating the area for a lawn;
• 22.5-33 grams per 1 hundred square meters for treating roadsides, areas near buildings, gazebos.

How to properly prepare a working solution

In order to carry out herbicide treatment, several operations must be performed:

1. Prepare the household sprayer by checking its operation, the cleanliness of the tank and the pressure using water.
2. Prepare a stock solution in a special container at the rate of 45-65 grams of the drug per 10 liters of water.
3. Fill the tank ½ full with clean water.
4. Add mother liquor.
5. Mix.
6. Wash the dishes and pour the water into the sprayer.
7. Fill the reservoir to full capacity.
8. To stir thoroughly.

How to use the ready-made mixture

The Swift herbicide can be used from spring to autumn. For a week after treatment, drying weeds are not removed and the ground is not loosened. The consumption rate of working fluid is 5 liters per 1 hundred square meters:

• Fruit and vineyards are treated in spring or summer for developing weeds, providing the necessary protection to cultivated plants;
• areas for potatoes, vegetables, and melons are sprayed in the spring before planting or in the fall, after harvesting;
• The lawn area is treated a month before sowing the grass;
• paths, roadsides, areas near fences are cleared of weeds using herbicide at any time for vegetative plants.

Precautions when working with herbicide

When working with the drug "Strizh" on private farms, it is necessary to observe a number of safety measures:

• do not allow children to be processed;
• use personal protective equipment;
• do not eat, drink, or smoke until work is completed;
• do not leave the working fluid and preparation unattended;
• do not spray weeds in windy weather;
• If it gets on crops, wash off the solution with plenty of water;
• Dispose of empty pesticide packaging;
• warn neighbors about the planned treatment.

Degree of toxicity

The herbicide "Swift" belongs to the third class of danger for humans and bees. According to the regulations, its use is prohibited in the water protection zone of reservoirs and drinking water sources; spraying by aircraft and use in agricultural production is not allowed.

Terms and conditions of storage

The drug is stored in original, undamaged packaging. The place should be inaccessible to children and animals and away from food and medicines. Storage temperature - from -20 ⁰С to +35 ⁰С.

The warranty period is 3 years from the date of production.

Substitutes

Analogues of the drug "Strizh" include herbicides:

• "Argument";
• "Vortex";
• "Glyfor";
• "Dominator";
• "Zero";
• "Fighter";
• "Liquidator";
• "Roundup";
• "Smerch and others."