Over time, weeds appear on the site, which interfere with the cultivation of vegetable plants. To get rid of unnecessary grass, some people use Treflan. However, before using this product, you must read the instructions for the Treflan herbicide.
- Active ingredients and release form
- What weeds does it help with?
- The principle of operation and the speed of action of the drug "Treflan"
- How much does it protect?
- Consumption measures for different plants
- Instructions for the preparation and use of the working solution
- Phytotoxicity
- Possibility of resistance
- Compatibility with other pesticides
- Storage of the drug
- Are there any analogues?
- Conclusion
Active ingredients and release form
Before using a herbicide, you need to familiarize yourself with the components from which it is made. When creating Treflan, they use an active ingredient such as trifluralin. This component is chemical and therefore belongs to the group of dinitroanilines.
This weed killer is produced in the form of an emulsion, poured into plastic canisters with a volume of 15-20 liters. These containers are very convenient to use, as they can be transported and folded without problems.
What weeds does it help with?
Regular use of Treflan will help get rid of the following weeds:
- Ephemera. This is the most common type of weed plant whose growing season lasts one season.
- Spring Such weeds appear in fields where crops are grown.
- Winter crops. These weeds appear much later than others, in the first half of autumn. Most often they infest wheat crops, but sometimes they also appear in vegetable gardens.
- Biennials. Such plants grow for quite a long time, during two growing seasons.
The principle of operation and the speed of action of the drug "Treflan"
It is recommended to understand the principle of action of the herbicide in advance. After treating the area, the components of the drug penetrate into the plant through the roots. When Treflan penetrates the stems and foliage, it begins to slow down the process of mitosis. This leads to inhibition of acid synthesis. The herbicide also inhibits the formation of new microtubules, which stops cell division in the root system.
In weeds that have been treated with a chemical composition, new roots stop appearing and the development of shoots stops.
How much does it protect?
People who are planning to use Treflan are interested in the duration of its protective effect. It is this parameter that determines when the area should be re-treated.
When used correctly, the protective effect lasts for three and a half weeks. After this, it is better to re-treat the grass with a herbicide composition.
Consumption measures for different plants
Consumption rates vary depending on the plants being grown. Therefore, you need to figure out in advance the required amount of herbicide:
- Vegetable crops. When growing vegetables, processing is carried out before planting begins. In this case, two liters of working mixture are consumed per 1 hectare.
- Cereals. More liquid will be needed to protect the grain from weeds. Three liters of herbicide are prepared per 1 hectare.
- Watermelons. To prevent planted watermelon seedlings from becoming overgrown with weeds, the area is cultivated two weeks before planting. To spray 1 hectare you need one and a half liters of the mixture.
Instructions for the preparation and use of the working solution
To properly prepare the working mixture, you need to understand the instructions for its preparation.
Before creating a working solution, the drug is thoroughly mixed. Then the sprayer is filled one third with water, after which the herbicide is poured into the liquid. The mixture is stirred for five minutes, after which water is added to it.
Phytotoxicity
Some people believe that Treflan is a very toxic drug, but this is not the case. A properly prepared working solution does not harm bees, birds or even insects. However, despite this, it is better to use it with special protective gloves so that the liquid does not get on the skin.You also need to take care of eye protection and use glasses.
Possibility of resistance
Some herbicides are known to develop resistance. However, Treflan is not one of these products and therefore can be used repeatedly in areas where weeds often appear.
Compatibility with other pesticides
If necessary, such a herbicidal preparation can be combined with other agents. However, before this you need to familiarize yourself with the solutions with which it is contraindicated to mix it. Treflan should not be combined with isooctyl ether and EPTC. It can be mixed with other pesticide formulations.
Storage of the drug
In order for the purchased herbicide composition to be stored for a long time, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the nuances of its storage. You cannot leave it for a long time in rooms where temperatures exceed 25 degrees Celsius. It is better to store it in cooler areas. In this case, it will not deteriorate for three years.
The prepared working mixture is not stored for a long time and therefore it must be used on the day of preparation.
Are there any analogues?
Some people do not have the opportunity to purchase such a weed killer and have to use other drugs that have a similar effect:
- "Dual";
- "Milarad";
- "Agent";
- "Stellar";
- "Derby".
Conclusion
Weeds often appear in gardens and vegetable plots, which will have to be gotten rid of. The herbicide Treflan is considered an effective remedy against unwanted grass. However, before using it, you need to understand the description of the drug and recommendations for its use.