Herbicide Shkval: instructions for use, consumption rates, toxicity, analogues

You can clear the area of weeds manually, which is quite troublesome and requires a lot of time during the season. Significantly reduce the level of labor costs by using modern means - herbicides. The popular domestic herbicide of continuous systemic action "Shkval" is successfully used by gardeners in household plots and non-agricultural fields.

Composition and form of release of the drug "Shkval"

The main active ingredient in the drug is imazapyr. "Shkval" is available in the form of a water-soluble concentrate. The dosage of the drug is calculated based on the instructions for the drug. The content of imazapyr is 250 grams per 1 liter.

Good and bad sides

Main advantages of domestic drug:

Long-term effect - absence of weeds for two or more years.
Recommended for use throughout Russia.
Won't wash off with rain one hour after treatment.
Processing can be done at any time.
Can be sprayed on weeds that have already sprouted, does not lose efficiency when tilling the soil before weeds emerge.
Affects shrubs and woody vegetation that is difficult to eradicate.
Compatible with growth regulators.

"Flurry" is effective against willow, creeping mustard, loach. The disadvantages of the funds include:

Toxic to cultivated plants.
Do not apply continuous processing by aerial method near water bodies.
It is impossible to collect berries and mushrooms in areas close to treated areas for 20 days after spraying.
Moderately toxic to humans.

Herbaceous plants capable of withstanding the effects of the pesticide have not been identified. No resistance detected.

Spectrum and mechanism of action

The active substance, getting on the leaves of plants, disrupts the process of photosynthesis. Penetrating into the root system, the poison accumulates at growth points, thereby slowing down cellular metabolism and protein synthesis. Leaves become discolored and fall off. About a week after treatment, weeds die off.

Herbicide application rates

For the destruction of all types of weeds, the consumption rate of "Shkval" is approximately 2.5 liters per 1 hectare. When processing areas from woody vegetation, the consumption rate is doubled.

The frequency of treatments is 1 time per season, re-spraying is not required.

Preparing the working mixture

"Squall" is bred with water. The tank is filled with liquid about a third. The substance is thoroughly shaken in its original packaging and poured into a container. The drug is toxic, spraying is carried out in a respirator and gloves.

Important! The mixture of the diluted drug is not stored for more than 6 hours. The herbicide is diluted immediately before use.

Recommended to use boom ground or backpack sprayers.

Instructions for using the drug

The solution is mixed immediately before use. The dosage must be strictly observed according to the instructions, depending on the cultivated area and the type of plants grown.

Herbicide Precautions

"Shkval" refers to the 3rd class of danger to humans, is a moderately toxic substance. When using the working mixture, you must wear gloves, a protective suit, a scarf and a respirator.

If apiaries are located near the treated area, it is necessary to warn beekeepers 5 days before spraying. It is not recommended to use the drug near water areas.

How toxic?

For humans, the herbicide "Shkval" does not pose a danger, as it belongs to the 3rd class of toxicity. However, precautions must be taken when applying the herbicide.

Strong harm "Shkval" can cause beekeepers and inhabitants of reservoirs. There are cases of extinction of fish and bees. Within 20 days after treatment, you can not pick mushrooms, berries, vegetables and fruits that grow near the treated area.

Compatible with other products?

"Squall" can be used in conjunction with other herbicides. But in general, the drug is self-sufficient and is recommended for use separately.

How to store and how much?

In its original packaging, "Shkval" lies in a special room designed to store pesticides at temperatures from -10 С to +25 ^{С no more than 3 years from the date of issue. In the state of the working solution, the substance is not stored. It is necessary to knead the product immediately before spraying.}