“Lufox” is understood as a contact-intestinal insecticide, which is an inhibitor of chitin synthesis. The substance helps protect apple trees and grapes from the codling moth. The composition also copes with lepidopteran parasites. This is not a complete list of pests that can be destroyed using the substance. However, for this it is important to strictly follow the instructions.
Composition and formulation of the insecticide
1 liter of substance contains the following components:
- 30 grams of lufenuron;
- 75 grams of fenoxycarb.
The drug is produced in the form of an emulsion concentrate. It belongs to the chemical class of chitin synthesis inhibitors. The composition is sold in 5 liter canisters.
Mechanism of action
The principle of operation of the composition is related to the active components that are included in its composition. Thanks to this, the insecticide has a detrimental effect on parasites at all stages of their development.
The composition has intestinal and contact effects. It is effective even when developing resistance to other agents.
The main advantages of the drug include the following:
- effective action on homoptera proboscis and lepidopteran insects at all stages of their development - from eggs to adult insects;
- ovicidal and transovarial effects - the drug destroys parasite eggs and makes females less fertile;
- reliable protection against parasites over a long period of time - it lasts for 4-5 weeks;
- negative impact on ticks and certain types of sucking pests;
- protection of grapes from gray rot;
- no negative impact on cultivated plants - for this it is important to strictly follow the instructions;
- contact and gastric properties;
- extermination of insects that are resistant to traditional insecticidal substances;
- compatibility in tank mixtures with different types of fungicidal and insectoacaricidal preparations - the only exceptions are those that undergo an alkaline reaction;
- lack of toxic effects on humans and beneficial insects.
Purpose of the drug
"Lufox" helps to cope with homoptera proboscis insects. It also successfully destroys lepidopteran pests. In addition, the substance allows you to cope with Eriophyidae, a special family of ticks. Among them it is worth highlighting brown and citrus parasites.
Instructions for use of "Lufox"
To achieve excellent effectiveness, Lufox is recommended to be used against harmful insects at the peak of summer. This applies to pear and apple moths. This is done 3-5 days before the start of mass egg laying.
It is necessary to spray the plantings in dry weather. It is important to ensure that there is no wind. To carry out the procedure, you should use a fresh solution. It is best to carry out treatment in the morning and evening - when bees are not in flight.
To use the drug, it is recommended to use a sprayer. Thanks to this, it is possible to achieve uniform coverage of the foliage and stems with the working fluid. The drug exhibits its properties during the transition of insects from one stage of development to the second.
The dosage and features of use of the substance are given in the table:
| Culture | Parasites | Maximum number of treatments | Dosage, liters per 1 hectare | Waiting period, days |
| Apple tree | Codling moth, mites, scale insects, leaf rollers | 2 | 1 | — |
| Grape | Bunch leaf roller, first generation | 3 | 1 | 20 |
| Black leaf roller, 2-3 generation | 3 | 0,5 | 20 | |
| Pear | Pear and apple moths, scale insects, mites, pear copperhead | 2 | 1 | — |
Precautions for use
The composition does not have a harmful effect on birds and bees. However, it has a moderate degree of toxicity to fish and other aquatic organisms.Do not use the product on fruit trees during the flowering stage. You should not treat plantings with the drug if there are mulberry trees at a distance of 2 kilometers, which are used for breeding silkworms.
It is important to consider that the substance has a pronounced irritant effect on the mucous membranes. Therefore, the composition should be used by people who have undergone special training. The use of personal protective equipment for the eyes, skin, and respiratory organs is of no small importance.
Aviation methods cannot be used for treatment with the drug. It is also prohibited to use the composition on private farms. It is important to avoid contamination of water bodies with product residues and water used to wash equipment. It is also worth ensuring that the substance does not penetrate into food products and feed.
First aid
People who have suffered from toxic effects are recommended to be immediately removed from work and removed from the area of contamination. If the substance gets into your eyes, rinse them well with clean water. If the composition gets on your skin, you must carefully remove it with a cloth and wash it with soap and water.
If the product is accidentally swallowed, it is recommended to give the person several glasses of activated carbon solution and induce vomiting. The manipulation must be performed several times to completely remove the composition. If the product gets into the respiratory system, the victim should be immediately taken to fresh air. After providing first aid, it is important to consult a doctor. In this case, there is no antidote, so symptomatic therapy is used.
Compatibility
In each case, it is necessary to carefully check the compatibility of the chemical components.
How to properly store the product
The drug should be kept in a dry place at a temperature of 0…+35 degrees. The shelf life of the substance is 3 years.
Are there any analogues?
Effective analogues of the drug include:
- "Watch";
- "Match";
- "Ballerina".
"Lufox" is an effective remedy that helps cope with different types of ticks and insects. In order for the drug to give the desired effect, it is important to strictly follow the instructions.
