Instructions for the use of herbicide Agrolight, mechanism of action and consumption rates

When growing sunflowers, Agro-light has proven itself very well - a herbicide that is not dangerous for a cultivated plant, but highly effective in combating weeds. The drug has been tested in practice, its advantages in the destruction of parasitic plants are obvious and undeniable. The value for money of the herbicide also refers to its benefits.

Composition and form of release of the drug "Agro-light"

The imported herbicide "Agro-light" is produced in cans in the form of a water-soluble concentrate. The most common packaging is 5 liters. The preparation contains the following active ingredients:

• imazamox, 33 g / l;
• imazapir, 15 g / l.

Positive and negative aspects of the product

The herbicide has many advantages, while the disadvantages are mainly manifested in a decrease in the effectiveness of the agent if the conditions for its use are not followed.

Spectrum and mechanism of action

The herbicide "Agro-light" is used against annual cereal and dicotyledonous weeds, which are most often found in sunflower plantings, harming the cultivated crop. After the introduction of the substance, it is absorbed by the roots, stems and leaves, moves inside the parasite plant, resulting in its death. Weed control occurs by blocking the formation of vital amino acids and protein synthesis.

Herbicide consumption measures

The average consumption of the working fluid is from 200 to 300 liters per hectare. The effectiveness of the preparation depends on the type of soil.

To improve performance on humus-rich soil, it will be necessary to increase the flow rate, while on light soils, the dose can be reduced.

Preparation of the working mixture

To prepare a working mixture, the concentrate from a purchased canister must be diluted with water. The proportions are indicated on the packaging.

Instructions for using the ready-made solution

"Agro-light" is applicable when using all systems of soil cultivation - plowing, minimal, zero. Spraying of crops is carried out in the early phases of weed growth (2-4 leaves) and 4-5 true leaves of the crop. The growth of weeds stops already 2-4 hours after treatment, despite the absence of visible signs of the action of the herbicide for several days after it; complete weed death occurs after 3-5 weeks, depending on weather conditions.

Precautions when applying herbicide

Despite the small danger to humans, it is better to limit the use of the drug by adolescents under 18 years of age, pregnant and lactating women and persons with identified contraindications. Processing is allowed provided that crops sensitive to the herbicide are at a distance of at least 1500 m. After applying Agro-light, it is necessary to observe the restrictions on crop rotation. So, wheat is sown no earlier than 4 months after using the herbicide, corn - after 9 months, rapeseed - after 2 years.

How toxic is it?

The drug is classified as low-hazard to humans and bees. If you use the recommended dosage of the herbicide in accordance with the instructions, the substance is not dangerous for sunflowers of different varieties, as well as its hybrid forms. The use in the water protection zone of reservoirs is prohibited.

Is it compatible with other products?

When fighting weeds on sunflower plantations, one Agro-light preparation is enough. The use of other herbicides in addition to the agent is not recommended. It will also be superfluous to use it together with fungicides, insecticides, growth regulators and leaf fertilizers.

How and how much can you store?

The canister with the preparation can be stored for 3 years. The substance will not lose its effectiveness if the temperature range is not lower than plus 4 degrees and not higher than plus 25 degrees.

Similar preparations for weeds

Analogues for the active substance include drugs such as:

• Euro-Lightning Plus;
• Euro-Lightning;
• Euro-Land;
• "Euroshans";
• "Imquant Super";
• Impex Duo;
• "Captora";
• "Mantra";
• Soteira.

Herbicides differ by manufacturer and packaging.

When growing sunflower, proper weed protection is important. Observing agricultural techniques and using methods of combating parasitic plants, you can significantly increase yields.

A one-time treatment of sunflower crops with the Agro-light herbicide will solve the problem of crop infestation up to harvest.

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