Varieties of fungicides for grapes
The word "fungicide" comes from the Latin "fungus" and "caedo", which literally translates as "fungus extermination." It is easy to guess that we are talking about fungal diseases, from which this remedy relieves. Fungicides for grapes are used for the same purposes.
Classification of antifungal drugs
Drugs are classified according to several parameters.
By chemical properties:
- organic;
- inorganic.
By the nature of the action:
- protective;
- medicinal.
Based on the purpose of the application:
- pickling of planting material;
- soil treatment;
- treatment of plants before and during the growing season;
- for the prevention and control of fungus in storage.
By the nature of the distributions:
- contact fungicides (local, on the surface of leaves);
- systemic (intraplant).
If we take the general classification, all fungicides for grapes are divided into chemical and biological.
Application methods
The first and most common method is etching. This method is used before planting a plant in the ground.
The second is spraying. It is used 2 times a season for the prevention of diseases and, directly, against the treatment of fungus.
The third method of application is adding to the soil. Used when digging earth.
Drugs
List of existing fungicides:
- protective;
- curative.
Protective
- "Thanos" refers to protective drugs against late blight and alternaria;
- "TOPaz" as well as "Title" is used as protection against powdery mildew;
- Cabrio TOP is a protective agent (during flowering) against black spot, mildew and powdery mildew.
- Shavit is effective in protecting grapes from rot, mildew and powdery mildew.
- "Quadris" - a new generation means for protecting grapes;
- "Mikal" - high efficiency of use with gray mold and powdery mildew.
Curative drug
- Falcon is used against powdery mildew.
- "Acrobat MC" is used to eliminate late blight and alternaria.
- "Ordan" is an effective remedy against mildew;
- "Horus" and "Skor" provide complete protection of greens and fruits. "Horus" and "Skor" are systemic drugs, they are alternated with each other and used systematically.
There are fungicides specially formulated to treat vines. They help to cope with pathogens of fungal diseases, and also protect the bush from infection.
Cabrio TOP
"Cabrio TOP" is used as a plant protection against mildew, oidium and black spot during the growing season. High efficiency is achieved due to the active ingredients: miram and pyraclostrobin.
Features of the tool:
- produced in plastic packaging, weighing 1 g, in the form of EDC;
- valid for 2 weeks from the moment of spraying;
- number of treatments - up to 4 per season;
Mode of application
To combat powdery mildew and mildew, 2 g of powder per 1 sq. m. "Cabrio TOP" is bred according to the instructions. The first spraying is done before the flowering of the bush. If necessary, the treatment is repeated after 14 days.
Benefits of the drug:
- used for prevention and treatment;
- provides bushes with long-term protection;
- non-toxic to plants and beneficial insects;
- is not washed off with water;
- is an excellent component for creating tank mixes;
- has a convenient packaging;
- dissolves quickly.
"Topaz", "Thanos", "Tilt", "Mikal" and "Sada", like Cabrio, are systemic fungicides of protective action for grapes
Falcon
"Falcon" is used in the fight against oidium. It is potent due to 3 components: tebuconazole, triadimenol, spiroxamine. It is not toxic to bees, fish and soil microorganisms.
Release form - emulsion in a plastic canister. Volume - 5 liters.
Application
Used during the growing season. The optimum number of Falcon treatments is 3. The product can be stored in a cool dry for 4 years. it cannot be used at temperatures above 30 ° C.
Application advantages:
- provides long-term protection;
- applied at any time of plant development;
- parasitic fungi do not get used to the composition;
- if the instructions are followed, it is not toxic to surrounding organisms;
- is actively used with other drugs in tank mixes.
Shavit
"Shavit" is effective against gray mold, oidium, mildew and black spot. The presence of 2 active substances (folpet and triadimenol) ensures the effective work of the drug. It is used as a protective and therapeutic agent.
Release form - polyethylene packages weighing 1 kg and 5 kg. The duration of the drug is 14 days from the moment of spraying. It is not toxic to bushes, but dangerous to fish and mammals.
Benefits of using:
- not dangerous for plants;
- is a universal remedy: it is used for both prevention and treatment;
- acts quickly;
Acrobat
"Acrobat" is a new level remedy, effective in protecting against mildew, late blight, alternaria and peronospariosis, as well as in their treatment. The active ingredients are mancozeb and dimethomorph. Due to this, the drug is considered a universal remedy. Release form - dispersible granules. For the prevention of mildew disease, a 20-gram sachet of the product is used for 10 liters of water. The number of treatments - no more than 3 with a break of 20 days.
Applied on grapes:
- for prevention - during the growing season;
- for treatment - at the first signs of the disease.
Application advantages:
- used for treatment and prevention;
- provides long term protection;
- suitable for use at all stages of the disease;
Safety engineering
Safety precautions when working with such drugs will save a person from accidental poisoning.
Storage
Store drugs in a dry, protected from sunlight, place, at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C, out of reach of children.
Application
Before use, be sure to carefully read the instructions. In this case, it is important to observe the dosage.
When working with the product, use protective clothing, goggles and a respirator. During the treatment, it is forbidden to drink, eat, smoke. Residues must not be poured near water bodies. If the substance comes into contact with open areas of the body or into the eyes, they are rinsed with plenty of running water and consult a doctor.
Conclusion
Before using any fungicide, you should carefully read the instructions and safety precautions.