Instructions for the use of the preparation "Abiga-Peak"
The drug "Abiga-Peak" is one of the most popular among gardeners and gardeners means of combating fungal and bacterial plant diseases. Anti-infective properties appear when the copper-containing agent contacts the surface of the sheet.
Composition and description of the drug
The main active ingredient of the fungicide is a complex of copper hydroxide and chloride. In agricultural chemistry stores, liquid "Abiga-Peak" is sold in bottles of 50 and 75 ml.
After treatment of plants with "Abiga-Peak" copper binds to amino acid groups and destroys the protein structures of pathogens. Disruption of metabolic processes leads to a loss of the ability to multiply and the death of an infectious agent. "Abiga-Peak" acts like copper sulfate, Bordeaux mixture, but is considered a more effective remedy.
General information
| Country and company producing the drug | Russia, CJSC "Selkhozkhimiya" |
|---|---|
| Price category | Medium (1 kg canister - 400-450 rubles, 12.5 kg - 5000 rubles) |
| Active substance | Copper oxychloride |
| Appointment | Fungicide is used for prophylactic purposes and for the treatment of plants for a number of infections: |
| · Bacteriosis; | |
| · Black, brown spot; | |
| Anthracnose; | |
| · Mildew; | |
| Oidium; | |
| Scab; | |
| · White rust; | |
| · Fusarium; | |
| · Moniliosis; | |
| · Late blight; | |
| · Peronosporosis. | |
| Contact type tool. | |
| It is equally effective against the causative agents of the listed infections. | |
| It is used on an industrial scale (processing from an aircraft is allowed), in small areas, pointwise. | |
| Hazard Class | ІІІ class (almost not dangerous) |
| What plants is it used on | Trees - fruit, deciduous, coniferous. |
| Garden crops - beets, onions, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, potatoes. | |
| Grapes. | |
| Ornamental, medicinal plants. | |
| Resistance | Not |
| Speed of action | 6-10 hours after treatment |
| Protection period after processing | 20 days |
| Combination with other means | Allowed to combine with insecticides, growth stimulants |
Advantages and disadvantages of the drug
When the drug gets on the sheet, copper is not absorbed inside. Pathogenic spores that are already present on the plant or have fallen on it shortly after treatment are unable to germinate and die. But if the infection has managed to get inside, then it will not be possible to cope with it using only "Abiga-Peak", systemic means will be required.
However, the Abiga Peak is very effective if it handles landings on time.
The technological advantages of the means include:
- high dispersion of the active substance, the ability to adhere tightly and evenly to the leaves;
- providing reliable plant protection even in wet weather;
- activity when the temperature drops to 6-8 degrees;
- ease of preparation of the working solution (mix the chemical with water);
- the ability to store the finished solution for 24 hours.
The fungicide shows good compatibility with other protective agents when mixed in the same container. The simultaneous use of copper oxychloride with an insecticide, growth activator, fertilizer is allowed.
When mixing a fungicide in one container with preparations of other groups, it is necessary to monitor the reaction of the solution. If a sediment appears in it, bubbles form on the surface - you cannot use liquid for processing plants.
"Abiga-Peak" does not affect the effectiveness of biological defense drugs based on bitoxibacillin, lepidocide. The use of a copper-containing fungicide does not lead to its accumulation in the soil or a decrease in soil fertility. The product does not form toxic compounds.
Instructions for use
They begin to spray plants with "Abiga-Peak" at the first symptoms of the disease, regardless of the weather.
The answer to the question of when it is not worth processing can be found in the instructions. It is not recommended to spray the plantings only if the wind speed exceeds 4–5 m / s or the temperature outside has dropped below 11 degrees.
For work, use the solution poured into the sprayer tank. During the season, 1 procedure is carried out before flowering and 2-3 spraying during the growing season. The use of the chemical should be avoided when the plants are in bloom. It is necessary to ensure that the composition is evenly distributed on both sides of the sheet.
All vegetable and fruit crops are processed with an interval of 20-22 days. For grapes, spraying is required no more than 1 time per month.
The consumption rate "Abiga-peak" for different crops and infections is different.
| Culture | Infection | Consumption rate "Abiga-Peak" (g per 10 liters of water) | Number of treatments | Interval between treatments (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beets (sugar, feed, table) | cercosporosis | 50 | 3 | 20 |
| Potatoes | late blight, alternaria | 50 | 5 | 20 |
| Tomatoes | alternaria, brown spot, late blight | 50 | 5 | 20 |
| Cucumbers | bacteriosis, anthracnose, peronosporosis | 50 | 5 | 20 |
| Onion | peronosporosis | 50 | 5 | 20 |
| Grapes | mildew, anthracnose, oidium | 40 | 6 | 30 |
| Peach, | moniliosis, scab, leaf curl | 50 | 4 | 20 |
| apricot, pear, quince, apple, cherry, other stone fruits | ||||
| Roses, hydrangeas, hibiscus, conifers | bark necrosis, gray rot, spotting | 40–50 | 2 | 20 |
The final spraying of crops intended for human consumption is carried out no later than 20 days before harvest.
How to dilute the drug?
A solution for spraying a garden, a vegetable garden is prepared immediately before use. Before diluting the fungicide, you need to pay attention to the expiration date - an expired product will not give the desired effect. An unopened bottle is stored for 3 years after manufacture.
For the working solution, the required amount of "Abiga-Peak" is poured from the bottle into water. For mixing it is convenient to use plastic or metal containers with a capacity of 12-15 liters. Then the finished product is poured into the sprayer tank.
The manufacturer recommends using the diluted product immediately. But it is allowed to store the solution for 24 hours.
For whom is the drug dangerous?
"Abiga-Peak" is considered a moderately safe class III drug. It can scare away some insects (leaf flea beetles), has a detrimental effect on egg clutches. If you need to get rid of insect pests, it is allowed to combine "Abiga-Peak" with insecticides.
The fungicide is safe for bees. But the instructions for use advise releasing the swarm only after 14 hours after processing the plants.
Chemical safety
Before starting work with a fungicide, you must carefully read the description and recommendations regarding the dosage of the drug. It is necessary to dilute the product and spray the plantings in protective clothing, rubber gloves. Eyes should be protected from the chemical with goggles, mouth and nose with a respirator.
Do not smoke or eat during work. For 24 hours after working with copper chloride, alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
To avoid poisoning if accidentally swallowed a liquid chemical, urgent gastric lavage and intake of sorbents helps. If Abiga-Peak gets into your eyes, you should immediately rinse them with clean water.
Spray gardens, vegetable gardens in calm weather, in the evening. At the end of the processing of green spaces, it is necessary to thoroughly wash your face, hands, and change clothes.
Analogs of "Abiga-Pika"
In specialized stores, you can find products similar to the "Abiga-Peak" action:
- "HOM",
- "Medex",
- Horus,
- "Kurzat",
- "Cuproxat".
You can prepare the Bordeaux mixture yourself. All of these analogs contain copper oxide, they are used inside greenhouses, greenhouses, greenhouses, as well as in open areas.
"Abiga-Peak" is an inexpensive, but effective remedy for many diseases of garden and garden plants. Fungicide is easy to use, low toxic. According to reviews of agronomists and amateur growers, with the timely start of seasonal processing, the plantings are guaranteed to remain healthy.
Applying "Abiga-Peak", one must remember about the insignificant effect of growth inhibition that copper has. Therefore, in parallel with the fungicide, stimulants should be used.
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