“Zineb” is a therapeutic and preventive fungicide. It is used for spraying potatoes, eggplants, peppers, and melons. The composition can be used for treating trees and shrubs. The substance helps cope with various diseases - curl, rust, mildew, late blight. The composition also eliminates peronosporosis and downy mildew. With its help, it is possible to increase productivity parameters.
Active substance and release form
The drug is produced in the form of a wettable powder. The concentration of the active component is 80%. Zineb belongs to the category of dithiocarbamates. The drug contains zinc, which activates growth processes and helps strengthen the immune system.
The stores offer different types of Tsineb - Bulgarian, Russian, Ukrainian production. For retail sale, the composition is used in 40 gram bags.
Mechanism of action
After treating the plants, the active component of the fungicide quickly enters the plant and stops the process of ketoacid metabolism. The fungicidal properties of “Zineb” last for 10-14 days. In favorable conditions, the fungicide decomposes faster. Therefore, its validity period is reduced.
Benefits of the fungicide
The main advantages of the fungicidal drug include the following:
- Prevention of the development and spread of various fungal infections.
- Systemic effect against potato late blight. The composition also helps to cope with downy mildew and rust of sugar beets.
- Possibility of use in tank mixtures. "Zineb" combines well with pesticides based on chlorine and phosphorus. In this case, it is recommended to combine the substance with alkaline agents, in particular with Bordeaux mixture.
- Increased productivity on land that has been cultivated.
- No phytotoxicity.
- Low toxicity to people, birds, bees. The composition is moderately toxic to aquatic inhabitants.
How to prepare a working solution?
To make a working fluid, it is recommended to take 40 grams of powder and mix with 500-600 milliliters of water.The composition must be mixed well. Then add the mixture to the sprayer tank, mix again and add water. As a result, you need to obtain 10 liters of working solution.
Instructions for use
The fungicidal agent can be used in different ways. It can be used for plants, added to the soil and treated with planting material.
If necessary, the composition can be used at the flowering stage of the plant, as it helps to increase the number of ovaries on grapes and other plants. In addition, “Zineb” helps improve the formation of the root system and foliage. The composition does not have a negative effect on pollen and onion seed set. With its help, it is possible to increase the weight of apple fruits and increase the vitamin C content in them.
The dosage and purpose of the drug are given in the table:
| Culture | Diseases | Dosage, kilograms per 1 hectare |
| Fruit trees | Scab, kleasterosporiosis | 4-8 |
| Berry bushes | Anthracnose, septoria | 3,2-4 |
| Raspberries | Mildew | 4-6 |
| Vine | Mildew | 6 |
| Tomatoes, potatoes | Late blight | 2,4-3,2 |
| Watermelons, melons, sugar beets | Cercospora, downy mildew and other fungal infections | 3,2-4 |
| Rapeseed, onions, cucumbers | Downy mildew | 2-4 |
| Wheat | Rust | 2-4 |
It is also permissible to apply the composition into the soil. To combat bunch of cabbage it is required to use 20-25 kilograms of the substance per 1 hectare. To cope with root rot on eggplants, tomatoes and potatoes, it is recommended to use 50 kilograms of the substance per 1 hectare.
“Zineb” can be used to treat seed potato tubers against wet rot, scab and late blight. To do this, use 0.5-1 kilogram of product per 1 ton.
Precautions when working with the product
The drug belongs to the second class of danger for people and the first class for bees. Therefore, when using the substance, it is important to limit the bee years to 4-5 days. It is recommended to wear personal protective equipment when preparing the working solution and spraying the plants. To do this, you need to wear special clothing, glasses, a respirator and gloves.
Over the course of several days after treatment, the active substance decomposes. This process is accompanied by the release of carbon disulfide and hydrogen sulfide. In the first week after exposure, it is prohibited to visit the treated beds without protective equipment.
Contact of the product on the skin can cause allergies, which manifests itself in the form of itching, rashes and peeling. To avoid such reactions, it is necessary to rinse off the composition with a large volume of water. If Zineb accidentally gets into the respiratory organs or digestive system, there is a risk of coughing and shortness of breath. In such a situation, urgent medical attention is required.
Compatibility with other substances
"Zineb" is prohibited from being combined with mineral oil mixtures. This combination can cause crop burns.
Storage of the drug
Bags of Zineb must be stored in stacks. Wooden gratings should be placed between every two horizontal layers. This helps to ventilate the stacks and eliminates the risk of the product igniting. The shelf life of the drug is 3 years.
Substitutes
Effective analogues of the drug include the following:
- "Bayleton";
- "Ridomil";
- "Tsiram."
"Zineb" is an effective remedy that helps cope with many fungal infections. In order for the substance to give the desired results, it is important to strictly follow the instructions for its use.Compliance with safety rules is of great importance.
