The drug "Tanrek" - a great insecticide, widely used throughout our country, with the widest spectrum of action and a very affordable price. "Tanrek" is mainly used from the Colorado potato beetle, but the list of pests destroying with it does not end there, you will find in this article a comprehensive instruction on the use of the drug.
- Against whom is effective
- Active substance
- Mechanism of action
- Release form
- Method of application and consumption rates
- Houseplants
- Flower crops
- Apple tree
- Currant
- Cucumbers and tomatoes
- Potatoes
- Impact speed
- Period of protective action
- Compatibility with other drugs
- Precautionary measures
- First aid for poisoning
- Term and storage conditions
Against whom is effective
The list of insect pests is extensive and includes:
- Grain ground beetle.
- Locust.
- Bread bugs.
- Colorado potato beetle.
- I louse.
- Cicada
- Whitefly.
- Trips.
- Apple flower beetle.
Active substance
The main active ingredient of the drug is imidacloprid, which belongs to the class of organic compounds neonicotinoidam.This substance exhibits moderate toxicity to large warm-blooded animals and is very high against insects.
Mechanism of action
"Tanrek" penetrates plants through the roots, stems and leaves, has a vigorous activity on the nervous system of insects. The principle of action of the insecticide on the ultimate goal - contact-intestinal. After the pest has absorbed a small amount of the plant-treated part of the plant, it first completely loses its motor activity.
Release form
The drug is available for purchase in the form of ampoules and vials. The volume of ampoules - 1, 10, 50 ml. The bottle contains 100 ml.
Method of application and consumption rates
"Tanrek" is used from the Colorado potato beetle, aphids and whitefly according to almost identical instructions. First, you will need to make a working solution, which will be sprayed. But the concentration of the solution will already differ depending on what kind of culture you intend to process it.
Houseplants
For indoor plants, it is recommended to prepare a solution whose concentration will be 0.3-1 ml of a substance per 1 liter of water, which depends on the intensity of the lesion. Next, you should evenly spray the solution with a spray bottle on the affected plants.
Flower crops
For the preparation of the solution is to take 1 ml of the drug in 2 liters of water. Processing should be carried out during the growing season.Used to fight against cycdocs, aphids, whitefly and thrips. The working solution is sprayed at the rate of 1 l per 10 square meters of land.
Apple tree
The solution is prepared at the rate of 1 ml of "Tanarek" in 3-4 liters of water. Most effective for combating apple blooms and aphids. Processing should be carried out during the growing season. Each tree, depending on the variety and age, must be treated with 2-5 liters of solution. Processing should be carried out once, at least a week before the planned harvest.
Currant
It is worth taking 3 ml of the drug for every 10 liters of water. Need to apply to combat aphids. Processing should be carried out before the beginning of the flowering period. Each currant bush should be treated with 0.5-1.5 liters of solution, which mainly depends on its variety and age. Processing is also carried out once a year, at least a week before the planned harvest.
Cucumbers and tomatoes
For every 2 liters of solution is taken 1 ml of the active substance. Particularly effective in the fight against the greenhouse whitefly and aphids in these crops. Processing must be done during the growing season.The working solution should be consumed according to the ratio of 1-3 liters for every 10 square meters of soil. Processing is carried out once per season, 3 days before the expected date of harvesting the fruits of tomatoes and cucumbers.
Potatoes
It is worth taking 1 ml of the substance to 10 liters of water to prepare the working solution. Used to destroy the Colorado potato beetle. Processing is done during the growing season. The solution is consumed in 5 liters for every 100 square meters of land. Processed once per season, at least 20 days before the intended harvest of potatoes.
Impact speed
The effect of the drug can be seen in a few hours, when the first pests will be affected. The full effect is observed a day after treatment.
Period of protective action
"Tanrek" gives plants protective properties for 14-21 days from the date of application, which may vary depending on the pest and culture. This can significantly reduce the number of insecticide sprays.
Compatibility with other drugs
The drug completely loses its properties when mixed with substances that have a strongly acidic or strongly alkaline reaction.In this regard, it is recommended to check the pH of substances, if you intend to mix them with this insecticide.
Precautionary measures
"Tanrek" is an insecticide that poses a moderate danger to humans (III hazard class), by persistence in soil - II hazard class. The drug is approved for use in fishery areas. However, it has a high toxicity index in relation to the soil animals and birds.
First aid for poisoning
In case of ingestion of the substance, it is necessary to take an average dose of any sorbent, for example, 3-5 tablets of activated carbon, drink them with at least three glasses of water and induce vomiting artificially. If the substance hit the skin - it is necessary to remove it from the place of contact with a cotton swab or fabric, while trying not to rub the drug into the skin.
After removal, it is worth rinsing the site of ingestion with a large amount of running water or a non-concentrated soda solution. If you get "Tanrek" in the eye is recommended to wash them, trying to keep open, under cold running water for 7-10 minutes.
Term and storage conditions
The drug should not be kept next to medicines or food. It should be stored in hard-to-reach places for animals and children at a temperature from -30 ° С to + 40 ° С.
For the manufacture of solutions should not take the dishes used for cooking and eating. Shelf life - 3 years. So, "Tanrek" quite effective and very easy to use insecticide. If your garden has been invaded by unwanted insects, then this is definitely your choice.
One has only to remember that the drug can cause some side effects, and therefore it is necessary to observe all precautions when using it.