Terrastar is a systemic herbicide that is used to kill a variety of dangerous weeds. With its help it is possible to get rid of thistle. The drug also successfully copes with dicotyledonous weeds that grow among crops. To achieve good results, the instructions for using the Terrastar herbicide should be strictly followed.
Description of the drug
The drug includes a special active substance - tribenuron-methyl, which belongs to the chemical class sulfonylureas. This component penetrates plants through the root system and foliage, after which it begins to spread throughout them.
As a result of these processes, acetolactate synthase is blocked. This leads to suppression of the production of amino acids, which leads to disruption of mitosis and the synthesis of substances that are required for the formation of DNA. As a result, cell division slows down, which leads to suppression of weed growth.
Compound
The drug is a selective herbicide. It is produced in the form of water-dispersible granules. The active component of the product is tribenuron-methyl. 1 liter contains 750 grams of active substance.
How to use
For the use of the product to be effective, it is important to strictly adhere to the dosage. Basic recommendations for the use of the substance are given in the table:
| Application rate | Culture | Weeds | Processing method | Waiting period (number of treatments) | Release dates for manual works |
| 0,5-1 | Spring wheat and barley, oats | Annual dicotyledonous weeds | It is recommended to process crops at the tillering stage before entering the tube. The consumption of the working solution is 100-300 liters per 1 hectare. | 60 (1) | — (3) |
| 1-1,3 | Winter wheat, barley and rye | Treatment is carried out at the tillering stage. This is done before going into the tube. Processing of winter crops is carried out in the spring. 100-300 liters of working solution are required per 1 hectare. | 60 (1) | — (3) | |
| 1,3-1,6 | Winter wheat, barley and rye | Annual and some perennial dicotyledonous weeds - separate varieties of thistle | Processing of plantings is carried out at the tillering stage of the crop before it goes into the tube. Winter varieties should be processed in the spring. 100-300 liters of working fluid are needed per 1 hectare. | 60 (1) | — (3) |
Advantages of the product
The advantages of the drug include the following:
- High efficiency. The product has a selective effect against cereal plants.
- Wide range of effects on weeds that are resistant to hormonal herbicides 2,4-D. Therefore, the composition can be used against many types of weeds.
- Possibility of application in cold spring. Unlike hormonal substances, the composition does not cause toxicity.
- Rapid decomposition in the ground. Therefore, the substance has no restrictions on crop rotation.
- Significant reduction of herbicide load on the soil. During the period of protective action, the product reliably protects the crop.
Danger to humans
When working with herbicide, standard safety precautions must be followed. Prepare the working solution and spray the plantings using personal protective equipment. To do this, you should use gloves, a mask, and goggles. Do not drink, eat or talk while processing crops. If the substance gets on your hands or other parts of the body, they should be washed with water.
Tips for use
When using the herbicide "Terrastar" it is recommended to adhere to the following rules:
- Apply the composition in dry weather. Do not apply the product to wet crops. It is also not recommended to use it if rain is expected within 3 hours after application.
- The drug is considered non-volatile, however, during processing it is important to avoid drift of the substance onto adjacent crops.
- In case of severe blockage, it is recommended to use the maximum amount of solution.
- If there are difficult-to-eradicate weeds or a large amount of unwanted vegetation, it is worth using a surfactant. It improves wetting of weeds with the working fluid and increases the herbicidal effect of the drug.
Terrastar is an effective herbicide that helps get rid of a wide range of weeds.The product has a complex effect. In order for its use to produce results, it is important to strictly follow the instructions.
