Instructions for use of the herbicide Pivot, application rates and analogues

Herbicide Pivot is highly effective. This product helps fight weeds. The grass development process slows down within a few hours after spraying. After 3-5 weeks, the plants die completely. To achieve good results in using the substance, you should strictly follow the instructions. Compliance with safety regulations is of no small importance.

Composition and release form of the drug Pivot

The active component of Pivot is imazethapyr. 1 liter of product contains 100 grams of active substance. This inorganic herbicide belongs to the Imidazolinone group. It is produced in the form of a suspension that dissolves in water. The drug is packaged in standard plastic packaging. Its volume is 20 liters.

Mechanism of action and speed of action of the herbicide

Pivot is a systemic herbicide that has a selective effect. When spraying plants, the drug enters the growth zones and begins its effect. Signs of the substance starting to work are considered to be chlorosis of new leaves and the death of growing points. The drug causes dwarfism. Gradually the grass dies.

The herbicide should be used in warm weather. This can be done at a temperature of +5-25 degrees. However, the most favorable parameters are considered to be +10-20 degrees. In addition, high-quality harrowing of the soil makes it possible to increase the effectiveness of the product.

On the first day after use, the effect of the drug is not noticeable. But the development of weeds stops after just a few hours. The grass dies completely after 3-5 weeks.

Advantages and disadvantages

The key advantages of Pivot include the following:

1. To destroy weeds, 1 treatment is sufficient.
2. The product can be used before sowing cultivated plants and during their growth.
3. The composition can be combined with other methods of weed control.
4. When using the substance at the moment the sprouts appear, Pivot spreads within an hour. This is very important in rainy weather.
5. The product is economical.
6. When following the instructions, the drug does not have a toxic effect on people and bees.It can be used near fish breeding ponds.

Pivot has virtually no disadvantages. The only drawback is the need to comply with safety precautions when spraying.

For which crops is it suitable and application rates for them?

Pivot can be used for different crops:

1. Soy. 0.5-0.8 liters of substance are used per 1 hectare. It is recommended to spray the soil before sowing. It is also permissible to apply the composition during the growing season - until 2 trifoliate leaves of the plant appear.
2. Lupine. In this case, the rate of consumption of the composition is 0.4-0.5 liters per hectare. In this case, it is worth treating crops at the stage of appearance of 3-5 true leaves.
3. Alfalfa. The amount of the drug is 1 liter per hectare. It is recommended to spray crops 1-1.5 weeks after mowing.

How to prepare a working mixture

It is recommended to prepare the working fluid on the day of application. It is recommended to shake the composition first. The sprayer should be filled one third full with water, turn on mixing and add the required amount of product. Add water to the tank to get the full volume. In this case, it is worth turning on the blending mode. This will help achieve a uniform consistency.

For 1 hectare, 200-400 liters of working solution are usually used. It is recommended to spray plants no more than once during the season.

Processing technology

To achieve good results in weed control, the instructions for use of the composition must be strictly followed. The product can be applied at the time of pre-sowing cultivation. This is done to a depth of no more than 6 centimeters. The composition is also used after sowing, before sprouts appear. However, in this case, the product is embedded into the ground with harrows.

Safety precautions

When applying herbicide, you should follow safety rules:

• use protective equipment - goggles, respirator, gloves;
• wear protective clothing and headgear;
• while processing plants, smoking or eating is prohibited;
• Avoid inhaling product fumes;
• Do not allow the substance to come into contact with the skin, mouth or eyes;
• after completing spraying, wash with soap;
• If symptoms of poisoning appear, you should consult a doctor.

Toxicity of the drug

If you use the product in the dosage recommended for spraying, there is no toxic effect on plants. The herbicide belongs to the third class of danger for mammals and bees. The product can be used near bodies of water where fish are grown.

Compatibility with other pesticides

When using the product simultaneously with other substances, you should ensure their compatibility. When using Pivot on 6-leaf plants or moderately sensitive grass species, it is combined with mineral oils.

It is also permissible to use a product with surface active components. This helps increase the effect of the drug.

It is worth considering that Pivot is prohibited from being combined with graminicides.

Storage period and conditions

It is recommended to store the product in a dry and dark place. The temperature should be at +5-25 degrees. The herbicide should be kept in the factory container. Shelf life reaches 36 months.

Similar means

The drug Serp is considered an analogue of Pivot.

Pivot is an effective remedy that is often used to kill weeds. To achieve good results in this matter, it is recommended to strictly adhere to the instructions for use of the substance.Compliance with safety rules is of great importance.