To combat harmful fungal infections of vegetables, crops and vineyards, use the highly effective drug Mancozeb, which is a fungicide and is used strictly according to the instructions. When using this product, precautions must be taken. Below is complete information about the drug Mancozeb, its composition, principle of operation and storage.
Composition, release form and purpose of the fungicide Mancozeb
The fungicide Mancozeb was developed in the middle of the last century for the prevention and control of harmful fungal microorganisms that attack tomatoes, potatoes, cucumbers and grapes. Therefore, over many years of history, the product has been thoroughly studied and all its advantages and disadvantages have been identified.
The drug is classified as a dithiocarbamate, where the main active ingredient is ethylene bisdithiocarbamate. The drug also contains zinc and manganese.
The product is produced in the form of a grayish-yellow powder, from which a working solution for treating plants is made.
Important! To process vegetable crops and grapes, different concentrations of the active substance and amount of solution are required.
Principle of operation
When spraying the solution, the fungicide settles on the leaf blades and shoots of plants, forming a protective film. Penetrating into plant cells, the product stops the development of the disease and completely destroys harmful microorganisms.
Advantages and disadvantages
To use a fungicide correctly, you need to familiarize yourself with all the advantages and disadvantages of the drug.
Advantages:
- The effect of the drug on harmful microorganisms begins immediately after treatment.
- The fungicide does not penetrate and does not accumulate in the fruits of vegetable crops and grapes.
- After the end of exposure, the drug quickly decomposes without harming the environment.
- Helps accelerate the growth and development of green mass of plants.
The drug is harmless to beneficial insects and can be used even during pollination.
Among the disadvantages, a high class of toxicity for humans and mammals is noted. But subject to established safety standards during use, the fungicide cannot cause harm to human life.
Consumption rate
To combat and prevent pathogenic fungi in vegetable crops, the working solution is prepared at a rate of 1 to 1.3 kilograms per 400-600 liters of water, which is used on 1 hectare of land area.
For treating vineyards, the amount of fungicide for preparing the solution is from 1.6 to 2.5 kilograms of dry powder per 800 liters of water.
Rules for preparing the working solution
To prepare the working solution you will need large containers, the preparation itself and water.
- To process vegetable crops, you will need a barrel or tank with a capacity of 300 to 600 liters.
- The barrel is filled halfway with water and the required amount of the drug is added.
- The mixture is thoroughly mixed and the remaining amount of liquid is added.
The same preparation procedure is carried out for processing grapes, only the container for preparing the working solution should be larger.
Instructions for use
After preparing the working solution, vegetable plants or vineyards are sprayed.
The first treatment is recommended at the beginning of the growing season. Subsequent spraying is carried out at intervals of 1 to 2 weeks, depending on weather and climatic conditions.
Important! When spraying vineyards, you must remember that the drug is effective in combating mildew, but is not used in the treatment of powdery mildew.
Safety precautions
Plants are treated using sprayers or professional equipment.
- When working with the drug, be sure to wear protective clothing, shoes, a hat and a respirator.
- Natural reservoirs and sources of drinking water must be located at least 300 meters from the work site.
- On agricultural lands treated with fungicide, the presence of mammals and people without special protection is not allowed.
After finishing work, wash tools and clothes thoroughly under running water and take a shower.
Phytotoxicity
If all necessary standards and instructions for use are observed, the drug does not have phytotoxic effects on plants.
Compatibility
Mancozeb fungicide is compatible with most herbicides and pesticides. To effectively control weeds and diseases, the drug is often added to mixtures with other pesticides.
Storage
Store the pesticide in a cool, dark place out of reach of children and animals. The shelf life of the package is 3 years.
