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

A two-component selective herbicide, the Crossbow is used to control annual and perennial dicotyledonous weeds. The drug protects grain crops from weeds for the entire growing season. The herbicide is used for post-emergence treatment. The herbicidal agent Crossbow acts in contact and remains in the soil.

Composition, purpose and form of release of herbicide Crossbow

The herbicidal agent is used to destroy annual and perennial dicotyledonous weeds that interfere with the normal growth and development of cereals. The drug Crossbow has the form of a suspension emulsion. Before use, the product is diluted with water in the dosages indicated in the instructions.

This herbicide contains two components: 2,4-D (2-ethylhexyl ether) and florasulam. The drug is manufactured by the Kirovo-Chepetsk Chemical Company. The herbicide is sold in 5 liter plastic cans.

How the tool works

The active components penetrate into the weeds through the leaves and roots. The herbicide takes effect 3-4 hours after the field is irrigated. Once inside the plant, active components at the cellular level inhibit the formation of enzymes, stop the growth and development of weeds.

The first signs of chlorosis, necrosis, wilting are noticeable after 3-4 days. Complete destruction of weeds occurs 2-3 weeks after irrigation of the field with a herbicidal agent.

Advantages and disadvantages

Benefits of using the drug Crossbow:

• complete destruction of weeds in one spraying;
• long period of protection;
• fights young and overgrown weeds.

Cons of herbicide:

• used at temperatures from +8 to +25 degrees;
• not applicable during precipitation and on weakened main crops.

Consumption rate of the drug

The crossbow is used in the following dosages (at a working fluid flow rate of 200-290 l / ha):

1. For wheat, rye, barley: 0.39-0.58 l / ha.
2. For maize: 0.41-0.52-0.59 l / ha.

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How to prepare a working mixture?

The herbicide solution is prepared from water and the drug on the day of spraying the field. Tractor sprayers are used for irrigation. Before use, the herbicide must be mixed while it is in its original packaging. Then the sprayer tank is 1/3 filled with clean, uncontaminated water.

With the agitators turned on, the amount of herbicide measured for one filling of the sprayer is poured. The mixture is mixed well, then water is added to the required volume and the stirrer is turned on again.

Instructions for the use of herbicide Crossbow

The herbicidal agent diluted with water is used for post-emergence treatment of the main crops. Winter crops are sprayed in spring. Weeds are destroyed in the early stages of development. The main crop should be in the phase of 3-5 true leaves or in the period of tillering - exit into the tube.

Irrigation of the field is carried out under favorable weather conditions (no precipitation, wind, air temperature from +8 to +25 degrees Celsius).

Spraying is not done if the main crop is under stress due to frost, drought, lack of nutrients, diseases, insect damage.

Precautions when working with the product

Persons over 18 years of age who have no medical contraindications are allowed to work with the herbicide composition. When carrying out field work, the worker must wear a protective suit, mask or respirator, boots and rubber gloves. After contact with the herbicidal composition, it is recommended to wash your face and hands with soap and water, rinse your mouth with a soda solution.

First aid measures

The herbicidal preparation must not be drunk, inhaled, or misused. If a chemical agent gets into the eyes, it is necessary to rinse with clean running water. If drops of the herbicide get on the skin, they should be dipped with a rag, and then the affected area should be washed with soap and water.

If the herbicidal agent enters the stomach, you need to induce vomiting (give the person a couple of glasses of warm water with activated charcoal or other sorbent and press on the back of the throat). If the vapors of a chemical product are inhaled, a person must be removed from the zone of herbicidal contamination, given a breath of fresh air and given warm water or tea.

If serious signs of poisoning appear, you must call an ambulance.

Toxicity degree

The drug Crossbow has been assigned hazard classes 2 and 3. The herbicidal agent is not toxic to humans, animals, birds, fish, insects. Subject to the dosage indicated in the instructions, it does not show phytotoxicity. Spraying the field is not recommended during the active summer of bees. The use of the pesticide is prohibited in protected areas.

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Is it compatible with other products?

The two-component pesticide Crossbow may be used in conjunction with isoproturon-based herbicides. Complex application of herbicidal, insecticidal and fungicidal preparations in tank mixtures is allowed. The use of chemicals based on fenoxaprop and clodinafop is prohibited with the Crossbow. It is recommended to check all preparations for compatibility before use.

Storage conditions and periods

The drug Crossbow is stored in a warehouse specially designated for pesticides. The warehouse must comply with the requirements of regulatory enactments, sanitary, fire safety standards. It is forbidden to store the herbicide in the same room with food or goods.

The drug Crossbow must be fully used before the expiration date. The date of manufacture is indicated on the label or packaging. The shelf life is 3 years. The drug is stored undiluted, in tightly closed and undamaged original packaging.

Analogs

The herbicide Crossbow has analogues with a similar composition and principle of action. These are pesticides Ballerina, Prima Donna, Prima. Each of these chemicals has a two-component formulation and is used to protect crops from dicotyledonous weeds.