Fungicide Efatol: instructions for use and composition, dosage and analogues

For the treatment of grapes, vegetables, fruits and other agricultural crops from the most dangerous diseases of a fungal nature, fungicides are used. Consider the action and purpose of "Efatol", dosage, consumption rate and rules of use, safety precautions when working with the drug. What can replace the herbicide, compatibility with other products, conditions and terms of proper storage.

Preparative form and composition of the fungicide

"Efatol" produces LLC "Khimagromarketing" in the form of a powder in a package of 10 kg. The active substance is aluminum fosethyl (belongs to organophosphorus compounds), in the composition is in the amount of 800 g per kg."Efatol" is considered a systemic pesticide by the method of penetration, by action - a protective and immunizing fungicide.

Speed and mechanism of action

Has a high speed, begins to inhibit fungi immediately after entering the plants. Provides protection for 12-18 days in a row, the duration depends on the type of treated plants and the prevailing weather.

Fosethyl aluminum affects the bioprocesses in plant cells, stimulates the enhancement of plant functions for their own protection. The substance stops the penetration of fungi into tissues, due to which the plants have time to develop resistance to pathogens. Inhibits the germination of spores and mycelium. Non-phytotoxic when used in the correct dosage, does not provoke the development of resistance.

What is the drug used for?

"Efatol" is highly effective against rot, blotches and mildew of grapes. Controls the development and spread of fungal infections in a variety of climate conditions.The drug is a therapeutic, protective and prophylactic agent. Fruit (apple), vegetable (nightshade, cucumber, turnip) crops, hops, sunflowers, rapeseed are also processed.

Consumption rate and instructions for use

For mildew treatment of vines, the application rate of "Efatol" is 2.5 kg per hectare, the liquid consumption is 800-1000 l per hectare. Spraying is carried out 3 times - when inflorescences are formed, then when 70% of the petals fall off and the last time - when fruits are formed. The interval between treatments is 12-14 days. Waiting period - 30 days.

Application rate (kg per ha) and liquid consumption (l per ha) for other crops:

apple trees from scab - 2-3 (800-1500);
tomatoes and potatoes from alternariosis, macrosporiosis and late blight - 2-2.5 (300-400);
onions from Alternaria and peronosporosis - 2-2.5 (300-400);
cucumbers for downy mildew - 2 (300-400);
pseudoperonosporosis hops - 3-5 (800-1500);
sunflower from downy mildew - 1.2-1.5 (300-400);
rape from Alternaria and peronosporosis - 1.2 (300-400).

Extensive plantings of crops can be treated with Efatol by air.

Medication safety

"Efatol" belongs to class 3 (low-dangerous) for people and for bees. It is possible to process plots with crops located next to apiaries. Do not spray fields located near water bodies. Processing is done at a moderate temperature, it is recommended in the morning or in the evening and when there is no wind. Light protective clothing should be worn when handling the fungicide.

Gloves must be worn on the hands, the use of a respirator and goggles is mandatory. Protective equipment prevents particles of the solution from getting into the eyes, mouth, respiratory organs and on the skin.

Efatol poisoning is possible, albeit in rare cases. With symptoms, it is necessary to wash the stomach, if the solution gets on the skin, rinse these areas with warm water. After work, in any case, you need to wash your face and hands with soapy water and rinse with water. Launder work clothes.

Compatibility

"Efatol" is allowed to be combined in tank mixtures with pesticides that have a neutral reaction. When mixing drugs, the compatibility of which is not known for certain, it is necessary to conduct a preliminary test: mix a small amount of drugs. If a chemical reaction does not follow, the products are compatible. If a reaction occurs, the solution will be unusable. Other compatible pesticides need to be found.

"Efatol" is incompatible with fertilizers, therefore, if fertilizer application is necessary, it is necessary to postpone processing for a while.

Terms and conditions of storage

"Efatol" is suitable for use within 2 years from the date of manufacture. Storage assumes that the drug will be stored in its original packaging, tightly closed. Temperature - 5-35 ˚С, dark and dry room.

Food, medicines and pet food should not be kept near the fungicide.

After the expiration of the storage time, the herbicide powder must be disposed of. The solution diluted in water for processing is not stored. It is effective only within a day from the moment of dilution, after which it should be poured. In order not to overspend the powder, you need to prepare the solution in the amount necessary to process the area during the working day.

Similar fungicides

Replace "Efatol" in agriculture can be preparations "Previkur Energy" and "Fosetil". "Previkur Energy" can also be used in private households. The products contain the same active substance - aluminum fosethyl, therefore they have the same effect.

"Efatol" is an effective remedy against fungal infections, applicable both in industrial plantations and in private households. Protects and treats grapes, vegetables, oilseeds from fungi that cause the most common dangerous diseases. The fungicide is compatible with contact pesticides, it can be diluted in tank mixes with many products, which only enhances the combined effect. Does not cause resistance, so you can use the drug on the treated areas annually, its effectiveness will not decrease.