In order to clear the area of all weeds, continuous action herbicides are needed. They are used in vineyards, orchards, and industrial facilities. One of the most effective pesticides with the above properties is “Liquidator” for weeds, the instructions for use of which must be studied before use, strictly follow all points and follow safety precautions.
Composition, release form and purpose of the drug "Liquidator"
The composition of the herbicide “Liquidator” includes isopropylamine salt of glyphosate in the amount of 480 grams per 1 liter of the drug and water.
The product highly effectively destroys weeds on agricultural and other land. Its action kills bindweed, wheatgrass, hogweed, thistle, shrubs and other vegetation.
“Liquidator” is produced in the form of a water-soluble concentrate, packaged in ampoules or bottles of 5, 60, 100, 250, 500 milliliters.
How does the herbicide work?
After the Liquidator preparation hits the foliage and stems of weeds, it gradually enters the root system. A visible effect (yellowing and wilting) can be observed after 2-4 days in annual weeds and after a week and a half in perennials. The bushes die gradually, over the course of a month. The herbicide has a detrimental effect on the roots and rhizomes of thistle, wheatgrass, and bindweed.
It is often used to clean railway tracks, areas for lawns, and in order to plant a vegetable garden in the future. “Liquidator” is an effective remedy for hogweed.
Provided that cultivated plants are protected, treatment is carried out on the eve of harvest to improve its quality.
3 hours after treatment, the substance cannot be washed away by precipitation. When it penetrates the soil, it decomposes and has no toxic effect on the seeds.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of the drug include:
- lack of herbicide activity after entering the soil;
- effective removal of weeds of any type (annual and perennial);
- ability to destroy hogweed;
- You can clean roadsides, tree trunks, and areas along fences;
- the drug is active against more than 100 types of weeds;
- Possibility of use in spring and autumn;
- no danger to crop rotation crops due to decomposition in the soil;
- compatibility with other herbicides.
The disadvantages of the liquidator pesticide include:
- danger to bees and fish;
- the need to apply protective measures when working with the drug.
Consumption rate
For different crops, the dose of the drug is:
- for citrus, fruit and vineyards - 80 milliliters per 10 liters of water;
- potatoes - 120 milliliters per 10 liters of water;
- areas for sowing - 80 milliliters per 10 liters of water for annual weeds and 120 milliliters for perennial weeds.
The consumption rate for any of these cases is 5 liters per 1 hundred square meters. Cultivated plants need to be protected during treatment; plantings with potatoes are sprayed 5 days before the first shoots appear.
Preparation of working solution
The “Liquidator” herbicide solution is prepared immediately before weed control work. For this purpose, the sprayer is checked for operability, cleanliness, and the passage of all pipes. In a special enamel, glass or ceramic container, create a mother solution according to the instructions, according to the purpose and place of processing. The sprayer bottle is filled one third with water and then the prepared solution is added to it.
Mix the liquid thoroughly, fill it completely with water and, taking all precautions, begin to treat the area.
Methods of using the drug
Application methods vary depending on the crop and weed:
- fruit trees and grapes are treated against developing weeds, ensuring protection for cultivated ones;
- rapeseed, corn, potatoes, beets, soybeans, flax - two weeks before sowing during the period of weed growth;
- alfalfa - treatment after mowing after 10 days;
- grains - 14 days before harvest;
- vegetables, melons, flowers - spraying in the fall, after harvesting growing weeds;
- cleaning of non-agricultural land - for vegetative weeds.
Precautions and toxicity
The “Liquidator” herbicide belongs to the third hazard class; it is low-toxic for warm-blooded animals and bees, but when using it, precautions must be taken:
- do not allow children, pregnant women and people with contraindications to work;
- do not smoke, drink or eat while processing the area;
- carry out work in calm weather early in the morning or in the evening;
- use personal protective equipment when using the herbicide;
- Clean the container for diluting the solution and place it in an inaccessible place;
- if the drug was accidentally spilled, it is collected from the soil and buried in a special area, the container is disposed of;
- if it gets on the skin or inside, provide first aid and call an ambulance.
Compatibility with other tools
According to the manufacturers’ information, the “Liquidator” herbicide can be used in a tank mixture with other drugs to enhance its effect. Before use, it is necessary to carry out a test and make sure that the combination is possible - if no sediment has formed, the liquid has not separated and has a uniform consistency.
Ideally, “Liquidator” is combined with a group of sulfonylureas and phenoxy acids.
How and for how long can the drug be stored?
The “Liquidator” herbicide is approved for use on private farms.To store it, you must choose a place inaccessible to children and animals, protected from direct sunlight. Keeping near food and animal feed is not allowed. If the rules are followed, the shelf life of the drug is 5 years.
Analogs
Herbicides that have the same properties as “Liquidator” include the following drugs:
- "Agrokiller";
- "Argument";
- "Best-seller";
- "Vortex";
- "GliBest";
- "Judo";
- "Zeus";
- "Fighter";
- "Caiman";
- "Napalm";
- Roundup and others.
