Instructions for the use of the herbicide Zontran, consumption rates and analogues

Zontran is a herbicide that, according to the instructions for use, can be used against weeds growing on plantings of tomatoes and potatoes. The herbicidal agent has selective activity and acts only on weeds. The drug penetrates into plants and stops the processes of photosynthesis, and then leads to the complete death of weeds.

Composition, form of release and purpose of means of weeds Zontran

The herbicidal agent Zontran is used to combat annual dicotyledonous and cereal weeds that interfere with the growth of tomatoes, potatoes, and soybeans. It is used against ragweed, chamomile, thistle, shepherd's purse, cornflower, mountaineer, woodlice. Does not work on wheatgrass, thistle, bindweed, perennial grass weeds. The drug contains metribuzin, which belongs to the class of triazinones. The systemic herbicide penetrates into the weeds and leads to their death.

The chemical has a selective activity, that is, it acts only on weeds and does not cause any harm to the main crops. The herbicide is used before and after plant emergence.

The maximum dose is taken before the appearance of sprouts of tomatoes and potatoes. After emergence of the main crops, the dosage is reduced.

The drug is in the form of a concentrated colloidal solution. Diluted with water before use. It is used for irrigating fields and killing weeds. Produced by the Russian company Shchelkovo Agrokhim.

Packaging - a plastic canister with a volume of 5-10 liters, ampoules of 5 milliliters, plastic bottles of 10,50,100 milliliters. The herbicidal agent can be used in large farms and small private households.

The mechanism of action of the drug

The herbicide penetrates the weeds through the leaves and roots. The active substance inhibits photosynthesis. The herbicide slowly decomposes in the soil, therefore it has a long-lasting protective effect, protects crops from weeds throughout the growing season.

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Plant growth stops immediately after the active substance gets inside. After 2-5 days, necrosis and chlorosis occurs. Weeds completely die in 2-3 weeks. The herbicide shows the highest activity on the initial growth of weeds.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Herbicide

Advantages of Zontran:

• quickly penetrates into the weeds and immediately begins to act;
• possesses selective activity, provides long-term protection against weeds;
• working solution is resistant to delamination;
• drug consumption rates are minimal.

Consumption rate for different plants

The herbicide Zontran is used in the following dosages (per 100 square meters):

1. For tomato seedlings. Consumption of the drug: 17 milliliters per 5 liters of water. Spraying is carried out 15-20 days after planting seedlings in the garden. During the season, 2 treatments can be carried out with an interval of 60 days.
2. For sowing tomatoes. Herbicide consumption rate: 4-15 milliliters per 3 liters of liquid. Processing is carried out in the phase of 2-4 leaves of the main crop. 2 sprays are allowed with an interval of 60 days.
3. For potatoes. Herbicide consumption: 10-15 milliliters per 3 liters of water. Spraying is carried out before potato shoots and when the tops are more than 5 centimeters high. In the second treatment, the dosage is halved. During the season 2 irrigations are carried out. The interval between treatments is 30 days.

Preparation and use of working solution

The working solution is prepared in a plastic container on the day of spraying. Take the required dose of the drug and dissolve it in a little water. Then add liquid to the required volume. The herbicide dissolved in water is poured into a sprayer or into a tank of a fine dispersion sprayer.

Irrigation is carried out in dry and calm weather. It is not recommended to carry out the treatment of weeds in the rain, strong wind or during the active summer of bees. During the day, you need to use all the prepared solution, and pour the remains outside the boundaries of agricultural land.

Safety engineering

The umbrella is non-toxic to humans, however, when working with this herbicide, you must adhere to safety precautions. Do not inhale vapors or drink herbicide solution. Field work is carried out in a protective suit, mask or respirator, boots and rubber gloves. After spraying the field, you need to take off your clothes, wash your hands and face with warm water and soap, rinse your mouth with a soda solution.

Herbicide toxicity

Zontran belongs to the 3rd class of toxicity. The drug is harmless to humans and animals, but the herbicide is not allowed to be applied near reservoirs where fish are bred, as well as during the active summer of bees. It decomposes in the soil within 1-3 months. Does not affect soil insects.

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Drug compatibility

Zontran is compatible with other pesticides. The chemical can be used with rimsulfuron-based herbicides (Cassius) for complex treatment of weeds in tomato and potato plantings.

When jointly processing several drugs at once, it is necessary to reduce the dosage of each component. The umbrella is used in conjunction with fungicidal and insecticidal products to protect crops. Before use, all drugs must be checked for compatibility.

Shelf life and storage conditions

The drug in a tightly closed original packaging must be used before the expiration date. The herbicide can be stored for no more than 2-3 years. To store the chemical, you need a special storage room, protected from moisture and sunlight. The drug is kept out of the reach of children, away from products. The optimum storage temperature is 10-20 degrees above zero.

Analogs

The chemical agent Zontran has analogues, that is, herbicides with a similar composition and principle of action.

The active substance metribuzin contains the following drugs: Zenkor Ultra, Contact, Lazurit, Metrifar, Soil, Torero, Tyron, Unimark. In personal household plots, in addition to the herbicide Zontran, the drugs Lazurit and Zenkor Ultra are more often used. Pesticides are used in the fields of potatoes, tomatoes, soybeans, corn, for the treatment of roses, echinacea, alfalfa.