In agriculture, special preparations are used that protect crop plants from rodent pests. Some of them are grain baits, which, after being eaten, destroy the pest. Let's consider the composition and release form of "Baktorodencid", purpose and principle of action, dosage and method of application. What safety measures are necessary when working with the drug, what products it is compatible with, how to store it and what can be replaced.
Composition and preparative form of "Baktorodencid"
This bacterial product is produced by Bioformatek LLC and is classified as a pesticide and rodenticide. The active component is salmonella bacteria, the drug is released in a bait form. 1 g of the drug contains 2.5-3 billion bacteria. In dry “Bactorodenside”, over time, the virulence of microorganisms not only does not decrease, but increases.
In what cases is it used?
Designed to protect cultivated plants from mice and mouse-like rodents. “Bactorodencid” is safe for other animals and humans. After use, the product causes mass death of rodents due to an epidemic of salmonellosis. The death of animals occurs if they eat only 2 grains. The product can be used in finished form.
Mechanism of action
The disease begins to develop in the body of mice, salmonella affects internal organs, and the pests die within 7-15 days. Sick animals infect healthy ones through contact.
Doses and method of administration
“Baktorodencid”, according to the instructions, can be used all year round, even in winter, at temperatures down to -25 degrees. But the best time to use it is autumn-winter and early spring. The application rate depends on the expected number of rodents on the site and their belonging to a specific species. With a moderate number of animals per 1 hectare of land, 1-1.5 kg of the drug is consumed. If there are a lot of rodents, the norm is increased to 2-2.5 kg per hectare.
Stacks of hay and straw are surrounded with bait around the circumference. The bait is placed in thick paper.Indoors, for example, in a warehouse, the drug is laid out at 4 points per 100 square meters. m, add bait as it is eaten.
Safety precautions
"Baktorodencid" is economically beneficial because it is used very economically. It is 80-90% effective, destroys mice and mouse-like rodents without harming other animals. Safe for plants, insects, mammals. No resistance to the drug was detected. Cannot be used in areas of water bodies.
The drug belongs to agricultural products with toxicity class 3 for humans, which is defined as low-toxic. When working with bait, you must follow safety precautions. Wear protective clothing, work with gloves, a respirator and goggles. Do not remove them until work is completed. Do not drink, do not eat, do not smoke. After the work is completed, wash your hands and face well with warm soapy water. In case of poisoning, if it occurs, perform gastric lavage.
Compatibility
The taste and smell of pesticides can reduce the amount of the product eaten by rodent pests, therefore, an interval of at least 2 weeks must be maintained between treatments with different agents.
Storage Features
“Bactorodencid” is stored for a maximum of 1 year, the duration of storage depends on the humidity and temperature in the room. The lower the temperature and the drier the grain, the longer it can be preserved.
There should be no food or animal feed, medicines or household chemicals near the rodent exterminator. It is necessary to restrict access to the warehouse for children and animals. At the end of the shelf life, the drug is disposed of.
What can be replaced?
There are no analogues of Baktorodencid containing salmonella for agriculture.For household and sanitary use, Denisyuk is used. The bait works similarly to the main tool.
“Bactorodencid” is a grain bait against mice and rats. It can be used to cultivate fields, pastures, haystacks, and straw. Can be used indoors, in warehouses. The bait is completely safe for humans and pets. Destroys mouse-like rodents, infecting them with salmonellosis. The death of animals is guaranteed within 1-2 weeks. The drug maintains the number of pests at a minimum level and helps protect the crop from damage.
