Simazin: instructions for use and composition of the herbicide, dosage and analogues

Selective herbicides are widely used in agriculture in the treatment of weeds in gardens, fields, flower plantations. Consider the purpose and principle of action of Simazin, its formula and form of release, rules for use and dosage according to the instructions. What drugs can be combined with the product, how to store it correctly, suitable replacement drugs.

Active ingredient and formulation

Systemic herbicide "Simazin" has a selective effect. Designed and manufactured by Geigy. Simazine belongs to chlortriazines, has an effect on weeds, suspending photosynthetic processes.The manufacturer produces it in a concentration of 50% and 80% in the form of a suspension. Packaging - 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 l, 5 l, 10 l.

The principle of operation and the purpose of the drug

"Simazin" is used for the destruction of mainly 1-year-old broad-leaved and cereal weeds, which are in the initial stages of development. They process corn, rye and winter wheat, orchards with stone fruit and pome crops, citrus fruits, lavender, essential oil rose, berry bushes older than 3 years.

Cimazine enters weeds through the roots, unlike many group 2, 4-D herbicides.

The penetration of the substance into the roots occurs in the first phases of development. Approximately on the 6th day after germination, the growth of seedlings is inhibited, they turn yellow and then quickly die.

Instructions for the use of Simazin

Field crops are sprayed before sowing or before germination of crops, horticultural, berry and citrus fruits - in early spring, before weeds germinate, or in autumn, after mandatory plowing. Late autumn sprayed with lavender and roses.

Consumption of Simazine for different crops (in kg per ha):

corn - 1.5-6;
winter - 0.25;
gardens - 2-4;
citrus fruits and berries - 3-6 (autumn);
lavender and rose - 2.

Liquid consumption per 1 ha - 200-400 l. Simazin is used in orchards with apple and pear trees that are over 4 years old. The drug has a long term of protection, there are no weeds on the areas treated with it for 2 seasons.

Herbicide Safety Precautions

Simazine has low toxicity to humans and warm-blooded animals. When ingested during the day, it is excreted from the body, 65-97% - in a processed form. The herbicide does not cause harm to plants when it comes into contact with leaves, twigs and bark of trunks and does not damage them.

The effectiveness of the product is affected by soil moisture: the wetter the ground, the more pronounced the effect will be. The optimal time in the season for the application of the herbicide is from late April to early May, that is, before the time of emergence of shoots of weeds. In autumn, apply also on damp soil. You can also spray in rainy weather.

The substance simazine is absorbed by soil minerals, it does not dissolve well in water. It has a low level of leaching from the soil. Decomposed by soil bacteria. Activity in the ground lasts 2-7 months. Toxic herbicide for fish, not dangerous for bees. Work in protective clothing, wear gloves, goggles and a respirator.

Drug compatibility

Herbicide is compatible with many pesticides when applied simultaneously. But, if there is no exact compatibility information, before mixing both products in one solution, you must first check their compatibility.

You need to take a small amount of 2 drugs and mix them in a separate small bowl. If there is no reaction with a change in the properties of the solution, then the funds can be combined.

Storage details

You can store indefinitely if you limit the contact of the container with water. The suspension is stored at a temperature not exceeding 35 ˚С, the other conditions for saving the pesticide are a dark and dry room - a warehouse in which, in addition to Simazin, fertilizers and preparations for plant care can be stored. Store the solution for 1 day, discard the rest.

Means analogues

You can replace Simazin for treating areas with such drugs as Linocin, Meduron, Gesatop Quick, Topuron and Trevox.

Simazine is a selective herbicide. It is guaranteed to attack weeds, protecting plants belonging to fruit, berry, vegetable and flower crops.It has a low consumption, the effect of the drug and its signs can be observed a week after spraying. Simazin has several analogues with a similar effect on weeds, with which it can, if necessary, be replaced. The herbicide has no toxic effect on plants and soil, animals and insects.