Modern insecticides can be effective against many types of pests that attack agricultural and indoor crops. Let's consider the composition, principle of operation, scope of application of Imidor, and the use of this insecticide according to the instructions. How to work with the drug according to safety precautions, what pesticides it is compatible with, storage conditions and periods, as well as analogues.
Composition and dosage form
Imidor is produced by Shchelkovo Agrokhim CJSC in the form of a water-soluble concentrate in polyethylene canisters of 5 liters and 10 liters. The active substance of the drug is imidacloprid, in an amount of 200 g per 1 liter, belongs to the class of neonicotinoids. The systemic pesticide “Imidor” has a contact and intestinal effect on pests.
Application area
Used on grains, potatoes, greenhouse cucumbers and tomatoes, pastures affected by locusts, sugar beets and rapeseed. Effective against the turtle bug, intrastem flies, leech, Colorado potato beetle, aphids, whiteflies, locusts.
And also against beet flea beetles, weevils, leaf aphids, cutworms, moths, cruciferous flea beetles, rapeseed sawfly, flower beetle and secretive proboscis.
How the insecticide works
Imidacloprid interferes with the functioning of insect CNS receptors, causing signal transmission to be disrupted. In insects, their movement is first disrupted, then they stop feeding and die within 24 hours. “Imidor” protects plants for at least 2 weeks after treatment; the period of protection varies depending on the type of pest and the weather.
With frequent use of Imidor, insects may become accustomed to it, so it is recommended to alternate the product with pesticides containing substances from other chemicals. classes and other operating principles.
Instructions for use of the product "Imidor"
Spraying with Imidor is carried out in the morning or evening, on a warm, windless day. Spray so that all leaves are moistened with the solution, on both sides. For at least 3-4 hours for a lasting effect it is necessary that there is no rain.The drug is resistant to solar radiation and high temperatures.
Application rate for various crops (in l per ha):
- wheat – 0.07;
- barley, oats – 0.06;
- potato from beetle – 0.1;
- potatoes against aphids – 0.25;
- cucumber for aphids – 0.15-0.75;
- cucumber and tomato for whitefly – 0.5-1.5;
- pastures from locust pests – 0.05-0.075;
- beets from flea beetles and weevils – 0.1-0.2;
- beets from aphids and cutworms – 0.1;
- beets from moths, rapeseed from flea beetles - 0.15;
- beets from stem beetles – 0.35-0.4;
- rapeseed from sawflies and flower beetles – 0.15-0.25;
- rapeseed from the secretive proboscis - 0.15.
Spray on seedlings or during the growing season of the crop when pests are detected. Carry out 1-2-3 treatments. Liquid consumption is 100-200 liters per hectare when spraying seedlings, when spraying vegetative plants - 200-400 liters (from airplanes - 20-50 liters). For tomatoes and cucumbers in greenhouses, at a low solution concentration of 0.015-0.025%, the consumption is higher - 1000-3000 liters per hectare. The waiting period is from 3 days for vegetables, 30 days for rapeseed, 20 days for potatoes, 45 days for beets, 60 for grains and 28 days for wheat after treatment for the bug.
On private farms, Imidor is used on potatoes, cucumbers and greenhouse tomatoes, flowers and potted plants against aphids, leafhoppers, Colorado potato beetles, whiteflies, and thrips. Application rate: for potatoes – 1 ml per hundred square meters, for flowers – 1-5 ml per 10 l and for tomatoes and cucumbers – 5 ml per 10 l. Consumption for potatoes – up to 5 liters per sq.m., for flowers – up to 10 liters per sq.m., for vegetables – 10-30 liters per sq.m. Spray once, waiting period - 3 days for vegetables, 20 days - for potatoes.
“Imidor” is also used as a disinfectant. It is used to treat the seeds of wheat and barley, sunflower and rapeseed against a number of pests, including soil-dwelling ones.Application rate: grains - 0.75-1 l per ton, sunflower - 12-18 l, rapeseed - 10-14 l. Treat before sowing or within 1 year before it.
Precautions for use
"Imidor" belongs to the 3rd class of danger for people and to the 1st class for bees. It should not be used near apiaries, as well as reservoirs and fish breeding enterprises.
To prevent the solution from getting on your skin, you need to wear protective clothing, goggles and gloves before work. Do not remove protective equipment until work is completed. If the solution gets on your skin or eyes, be sure to wash it off with clean water.
Compatibility with other substances
The insecticide and disinfectant is compatible with many pesticides. If compatibility is not precisely known, a compatibility test should be carried out by mixing a small amount of both drugs in a separate container.
Terms and conditions of storage
Imidor should only be stored in warehouses or in areas where pesticides and fertilizers are stored. Storage temperature – from -10 °C to +30 °C. Other conditions are moderate lighting and humidity. Store the liquid only in the original canister with the lid closed. After the expiration of the shelf life (2 years), the remains should be disposed of. Store the prepared solution for no longer than 1 day.
Analogues of the drug
You can replace “Imidor” with such drugs as: “Akiba”, “Bator”, “Warrant”, “Idikum”, “Imidashans”, “Image”. “Coyote”, “Conrad”, “Operkot Akro”, “Prestige”, “Respect”, “Sidopride”, “Taboo Neo”, “Tanrek”, “Twingo”, “Tuareg”, “Hat-Trick”, “Espero” " and others.
“Imidor” insecticide is used in agricultural and private farms to treat plants against pests and treat seeds. Destroys common harmful insects. It has a low application rate and high efficiency.Works at high temperatures, can be used in greenhouse conditions, insects are destroyed within 1 day, the protective effect lasts 2 weeks.
