Fungi and pathogens that accumulate on seeds or wait for them in the soil lead to the development of a variety of infections. It is customary to combat them by pre-sowing seed treatment. Let's consider the composition, action and purpose of the drug "Kinto Duo", how to use it according to the instructions from the manufacturer, what it can be combined with, how much to save, what substitute products can be used.
Composition and release form
The disinfectant is produced by the BASF company, the form of the drug is a suspension concentrate, the packaging is 5 liters.It contains 2 active ingredients: prochloraz in the amount of 60 g per 1 liter and triticonazole in the amount of 20 g per 1 liter. "Kinto Duo" is a contact protective agent.
Spectrum and principle of action of the disinfectant
One of the active substances, prochloraz, destroys fungi on the surface of seeds and forms a disinfectant layer in the soil around the roots of the seedlings. Triticonazole disinfects grain not only on the surface, but also inside, and does not inhibit seedlings.
Due to its systemic action, “Kinto Duo” penetrates into the green parts of grain crops, therefore it is able to protect plants from the seedling stage to tillering. The disinfectant is used to treat seed grains of winter and spring wheat, barley and winter rye against root rot and root collar rot, various types of smut, septoria, mold, spotting and ergot.
The drug remains recommended for use in difficult growing conditions, in saturated crop rotation schemes, with insufficient soil tillage or with a high risk of infections. The disinfectant is selective to the treated crops and does not adversely affect seeds and seedlings.
On the contrary, the product has a positive effect on germination, stimulates healthy vegetation, tillering, and increases the number of grains and their weight. The yield increases due to the preservation of sown seeds and the normal state of plants during the growing season. The result of using a fungicide can be considered a large harvest, high-quality grain, that is, profit for the farm.
Instructions for use of the drug "Kinto Duo"
The fungicide has a dual effect: it disinfects the seeds and locally the soil around them. For processing, you need to take grain that is free of impurities and dust so that the solution is evenly distributed over the entire surface.
It is recommended to sow treated grain in areas where there were previously foci of infection, after corn. The application rate for all crops is 2-2.5 liters per ton, solution consumption is 10 liters.
Safety precautions
In terms of toxicity, Kinto Duo is moderately dangerous for those working with it (class 3). You cannot sow seeds treated with this disinfectant in areas located near water bodies - the active substances can be dangerous for their inhabitants.
For safety, you need to wear gloves on your hands, goggles and a respirator on your face to protect yourself from getting the disinfectant on your skin or eyes. Protective equipment must not be removed until the work is completed. When finished, be sure to wash your hands and face with soap. And also rinse the solution from the body or rinse the eyes with running water. If necessary, perform gastric lavage if signs of malaise are noticed.
Compatibility
The fungicidal protectant can be combined with other seed protection agents. But if a drug is used whose combined effect with Kinto Duo is not known, then it is necessary to conduct a compatibility test before mixing them in a common solution. To do this, separate a little of both drugs, make solutions and mix them in a separate container. If there is no noticeable change in the initial properties of the solutions, their color, temperature, no precipitate falls out and flakes form, then they are suitable for mixing. If the reaction is violent, you should not mix the products.
How much and where can I store it?
Cereal seed protectant “Kinto Duo” can be stored in original canisters. They must be undamaged and the lids must be tightly closed.To prevent the drug from losing its properties, it is recommended to store it in a room where a relatively constant temperature and dryness are maintained. To do this, the warehouse should be ventilated and, if necessary, heated. It is unacceptable to store food, feed, medicines and household products in the premises.
Substitutes
Other fungicidal agents have been developed for treating seeds for agriculture: disinfectants “Antal”, “Vencedor”, “Avicenna”, “Commander Extra”, “Bumper Super”, “Tertsia”, “Quartet”, “Polaris”, “Turion”, "For peace", "Vial Trio", "Alios", "Lanta", "Kinto Plus", "Magnat Total", "Questor", "Primex", "Insur Perform", "Premix Two Hundred".
The Kinto Duo disinfectant is a good modern means for treating grain seeds. A unique drug among products with a similar effect, which can disinfect the surface of seeds and at the same time the soil around them. The solution adheres well and gives a uniform color. When treated in advance, it does not lose its etching properties throughout the year.
The fungicide controls common fungal infections, which often kill germinating plants. Protects weak roots of seedlings and stimulates stem growth. The purpose of “Kinto Duo” is to solve problems of damage to seedlings by rot, mold, smut and other dangerous diseases.
