“Shavit” is an effective fungicide, the instructions for use for grapes promise prevention and quick relief from fungal infections. A distinctive feature of the product is that it is two-component and does not lead to resistance of pathogens to the active substance.
- Composition and toxicity
- Advantages of the drug
- Release form
- Purpose of the fungicide
- Activity spectrum
- Consumption rates
- How to prepare a treatment solution
- Processing season
- Scheme of spraying a vineyard with fungicides
- Compatibility by other means
- Storage period and conditions
- Precautions when working with chemicals
- What can be replaced
Composition and toxicity
Shavita contains pesticides belonging to various chemical groups. 70% of the product is folpet, which destroys the DNA structure of cells and prevents the infection from spreading throughout the area. 2% of the total composition is triadimenol, which destroys fungal membranes and suppresses the disease.
According to the manufacturers, Shavit is not a toxic product, but this only applies to plants. But for aquatic inhabitants, bees and humans, the drug poses a certain danger, therefore it is necessary to work with it exclusively in personal protective equipment and follow safety rules.
Advantages of the drug
Shavit has the following advantages that distinguish it from its competitors:
- two-component composition;
- prevention of parasite infection;
- universal use;
- possibility of use for preventive purposes;
- performance;
- long period of exposure;
- non-toxic.
Release form
Shavit fungicide is produced in the form of granules or powder, packaged in laminated bags weighing 1 or 5 kg. It dissolves well in water.
Purpose of the fungicide
The main purpose of Shavit is the fight and prevention of fungal infections. It also increases the grapes' immunity to parasites and prevents the appearance of mites, phylloxera and other harmful insects.
Activity spectrum
"Shavit" is a broad-spectrum fungicide. It affects all currently known types of fungi and prevents their further appearance on the site.
Consumption rates
0.2 grams of Shavit is consumed per square meter. It is diluted in water until completely dissolved, after which the vineyards are treated at the rate of 100 ml of liquid per 1 square meter.
How to prepare a treatment solution
Preparing the solution is not particularly difficult. You just need to measure out the required amount of product, pour it into water and stir until completely dissolved.
After this, pour the solution into the sprayer, mix it thoroughly and process
Processing season
The first treatment is carried out for preventive purposes before flowering begins. In the spring, as soon as the grapes have leaves, you need to spray them with Shavit. If the first signs of the appearance of fungal diseases become noticeable, then the treatment is repeated again. The interval must be at least 21 days.
Scheme of spraying a vineyard with fungicides
The vineyards are cultivated for the first time in early spring, as soon as green leaves appear. The bushes are sprayed a second time before flowering begins. After its completion, the possibility of infection of the plant with fungi remains, therefore it is recommended to carry out prevention again.
Compatibility by other means
“Shavit” combines well with all known pesticides, but immediately before use or mixing it is necessary to do a test test and carefully study the compositions.
Storage period and conditions
Fungicide "Shavit" can be stored in sealed form for several years from the date of production. The solution should be prepared immediately before use, since the active substances may evaporate from it, and there will be no benefit from them.
Precautions when working with chemicals
“Shavit” poses a certain danger to humans and the environment, therefore safety precautions must be observed when working with it.Do not use the fungicide near water bodies, and also avoid spraying in strong winds. If there is an apiary nearby, it is not recommended to use the drug near the hives, since insects may die from its effects.
When working with Shavit, a person must wear a protective suit, a respirator, and gloves. Avoid contact of the product with mucous membranes and exposed skin. At the first sign of illness or poisoning, work is stopped.
To cleanse the body, you should drink a couple of glasses of water, a few tablets of activated carbon and induce vomiting. It is also recommended that you consult with a qualified physician.
What can be replaced
Since Shavit is a two-component drug, it is not possible to fully replace it with an analogue. You can choose products with similar characteristics, but the effectiveness of their use will not be the same. For the prevention and treatment of fungi in the vineyard, “Skor”, “Topaz”, “Quadris”, “Strobi” are used. They also allow you to achieve good results, but they should be used in conjunction with other fungicides.
As evidenced by reviews from practicing winegrowers, the drug “Shavit” fully justifies the material resources spent on it and allows you to protect plants from damage by fungal infections. When it gets into the soil, it decomposes into individual components, therefore it does not further harm the environment and humans. The subsequently harvested crop is also considered environmentally friendly and completely safe.
