Herbicide Gardo Gold: instructions for use, mechanism of action and consumption rates

Gardo Gold, a pre-emergence selective herbicide, is used in agriculture for the destruction of annual weeds of cereal species in corn and sunflower plantations. It does not have a negative effect on cultivated plant species, it is effective regardless of the climate and weather conditions of the region of application. When used correctly, "Gardo Gold" can significantly increase the yield of sunflower and corn, there is no phytotoxicity.

Composition and form of release of the drug "Gardo Gold"

The drug is available in the form of suspension concentrate, packed in canisters.The main active substances in the chemical formula "Gardo Gold" are two: c-metolachlor and terbutylazine, which determines the high efficiency of the pesticide and the duration of the action of the substance. The herbicide belongs to the class of chloracetamides.

Mechanism and spectrum of action

The peculiarity of the drug is the unity of two active ingredients with a different mechanism of influence. Terbutylazine is responsible for inhibition and suspension of the process of photosynthesis in a weed plant, and c-metolachlor blocks the process of fat metabolism, the plant dies quickly enough, re-treatment is not required.

"Gardo Gold" is aimed at the destruction of annual dicotyledonous weeds of a cereal species. Penetrates into plants in the phase of the first shoots through the leaves and root system. It does not have a negative effect on corn and sunflower plantations, it belongs to biodegradable preparations.

Application benefits

The main benefits of a pesticide include:

1. Combined formula of the drug - the chemical acts on the plant from different sides, which ensures high efficiency of the product.
2. No phytotoxicity.
3. Protects crop plants for up to 10 weeks.
4. Biodegradable, does not affect the following crops in the rotation.
5. One treatment is enough.
6. Does not require immediate incorporation or post-emergence harrowing.

When following the instructions for use, resistance does not occur. Compatibility testing required when used with other chemicals.

Disadvantages of funds

The disadvantages of the remedy include:

1. Before applying the product, the soil must be loosened, clods of earth should not be present.
2. High drug cost.
3. Compatibility test required when used with other chemicals.

"Gardo Gold" is a modern drug with high efficiency against weeds and minimal impact on corn and sunflower. In foreign practice, it is used in fields with potatoes, tomatoes and broad beans and peas.

Disbursements

The consumption rate of the drug is determined strictly according to the instructions. With excessive weediness of the cultivated fields and high soil moisture, the chemical consumption rate is increased.

Note! On fertile soils with a high content of humus, the consumption rate of the preparation "Gardo Gold" is maximum.

Preparation of working solution

The drug is applied to the soil with a sprayer. The tank is half filled with water and the suspension is thoroughly stirred with a stirrer, then other components can be added to the solution if necessary.

The basic rule is that the mixture should be homogeneous.

The solution is not stored ready-made, it must be used within a few hours after mixing.

How to apply ready mix?

First of all, get acquainted with the instructions for use. Ready working solution is to be used immediately. The drug is applied to the previously prepared soil, the soil is loosened and leveled in advance.

The spraying procedure is recommended to be carried out in dry, calm weather, in the evening or morning hours. The presence of precipitation and the high probability of rain are not factors that reduce the effectiveness of the product, but surface treatment is best done during favorable weather conditions.

Safety precautions

Any work with herbicides must be carried out in a protective suit, gloves and a respirator. Do not allow the chemical to come into contact with skin, eyes and hair. "Gardo Gold" belongs to the 3rd class of chemical hazard for humans and bees (low-hazard herbicide).

After finishing spraying work, wash your hands and refrain from agricultural work in the field for several days.

Compatibility with other substances

"Gardo Gold" can be used in conjunction with other substances. But before the combined use, a test is carried out for the compatibility of the active substances of the chemicals. In most cases there is no resistance. Additional substances are added to the working solution after the main suspension is completely mixed.

Degree of drug toxicity

The drug does not affect cultivated plants - sunflower and corn. Phytotoxicity is absent. During the growing season, it completely decomposes in the soil and does not pose a danger to the following crops in the rotation.

For humans and bees, the herbicide is low-hazard, belongs to the 3rd class of chemical hazard, does not harm the inhabitants of water bodies, is not volatile, therefore, the effect of the drug on neighboring areas is minimal.

Expiration date and storage conditions

Herbicide must be stored in dedicated pesticide storage facilities. In the original packaging, the suspension is stored for 3 years at an ambient temperature from +5 С to +35 С.

The substance is not stored in the form of a ready-made working solution, the mixture must be used within 2-3 hours.

Herbicide analogues

Gardo Gold analogues include:

• Hevimet Gold;
• Camelot;
• Cyborg.

Herbicide "Gardo Gold" refers to new modern pesticides, allowing to obtain a high economic return from the use of the drug in agriculture. The safe formula allows the use of the chemical without danger to crops and subsequent crop rotation.

When choosing a herbicide, it should be taken into account that "Gardo Gold" is a pesticide used for the industrial cultivation of corn, soybeans and sunflower, for private household plots, the use of the drug is not justified.

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