Herbicide "Sukhovei" is an effective remedy. It helps control annual weeds that grow in fields with spring crops. In addition, the drug stimulates the drying process of crops, which is of great importance when seeds ripen unevenly. This makes cleaning much easier. The composition is highly effective. At the same time, it requires strict adherence to the instructions.
Composition and dosage form of the drug
The drug is produced by the company "August".It is a pesticide and desiccant. The active component of the product is considered to be diquat. In 1 liter of the substance there are 150 grams of this ingredient.
The drug is released in the form of an aqueous solution. The active substance belongs to the category of bipyridylium derivatives. In terms of its spectrum of action, Sukhovey is a herbicide that has a continuous effect.
Advantages of Sukhovei
The key advantages of the composition include the following:
- quick effect - the product allows you to start harvesting 5-7 days after spraying;
- high resistance to precipitation;
- the ability to change cleaning time depending on the climate;
- stimulating the process of seed ripening - the drug makes it more uniform;
- reduction of costs for drying and processing of seed material;
- facilitating the cleaning process - this is achieved by drying the green weeds;
- reducing the spread and development of potato and sunflower diseases;
- Possibility of use by aviation.
Spectrum and mechanism of action
The action of the active component of the drug is based on suppressing the activity of a special enzyme - glutamine synthetase. This provokes many metabolic disorders in plants. These include the following:
- rapid cessation of the photosynthesis process;
- disruption of membrane functioning due to the accumulation of free ammonia;
- reduction in protein synthesis due to a shortage of organic nitrogen suppliers.
Under the influence of such processes, ammonia accumulates. As a result, it reaches toxic levels, which produces a “burning effect.”
Instructions for use
The drug ensures drying of plants within 2-7 days after treatment. The specific period depends on the weather and the physiological state of the crops.In low temperature conditions, when the parameters are less than +13 degrees, the rate of action of the product may decrease slightly.
For ground desiccation, the consumption of the working solution is 100-300 liters per 1 hectare. To treat fields intended for planting spring crops, use 50-200 liters of working fluid per 1 hectare. When using aviation, the consumption of the substance is 100 liters per 1 hectare.
It is recommended to desiccate sunflower plantings at the initial stage of browning of the heads. If it is necessary to process potatoes, this is done at the stage of final formation of tubers. In this case, the peel should acquire a rough structure.
As a herbicide, the composition should be used against vegetating weeds. This is done before planting cultivated plants or before their sprouts appear. The waiting period for desiccation is 10 days. In the case of herbicide treatment, this parameter is not clearly regulated.
It is worth preparing the working solution right before using the substance. For this purpose, it is recommended to use exclusively clean water. For ground use, it is worth measuring the required volume of the composition for 1 filling of the sprayer.
Then the working fluid should be prepared as follows: fill the device tank halfway with water, turn on the hydraulic stirrer and add the required volume of the drug. Then add water to the required volume. It is important to constantly stir the solution. The container in which the herbicide was located should be rinsed several times with water.It is important to continue mixing so that the working solution is homogeneous.
When using aviation equipment, the working solution should be prepared using a mechanized method. This is done right before spraying. For this purpose, mobile devices or stationary gas stations are used.
The dosage and features of use of the substance are given in the table:
| Substance use rate | Culture | Harmful objects | Processing Features | Waiting period (number of treatments) |
| 1,5-2 | Sunflower | Desiccation | It is worth spraying the plantings at the stage of browning of the baskets. In this case, 100-300 liters of working solution are required per 1 hectare. | 10 (1) |
| 2 | Potato | Desiccation | It is recommended to carry out processing during the completion of tuber formation and hardening of the peel. 100-300 liters of working fluid are required per 1 hectare. | 10 (1) |
| 1-2 | Fields intended for planting spring crops | Cereal and annual dicotyledonous weeds | It is necessary to spray the fields before planting or sprouting of cultivated plants. 50-200 liters of working solution are required per 1 hectare. | — (1) |
Safety in use
The herbicide should be transported exclusively in its original packaging, observing the rules for transporting dangerous goods. When preparing the working solution and using the substance, it is important to use personal protective equipment for the skin, respiratory system, and eyes.
What can be combined with
“Sukhovei” is not used in tank mixtures with other pesticides, since the timing of their use is different. In this case, the drug is usually combined with ammonium nitrate and urea.
Terms and conditions of storage
It is recommended to store the drug in an airtight container. This must be done in a special room. The temperature range can be from -30 to +35 degrees.
Analogues of the product
Analogues of the substance include Lost and Reglon Forte.
"Sukhovei" is an effective herbicide that helps control many types of weeds. It is important to follow the rules for its use.
