How to use Biotlin, which pests will it protect?
"Biotlin" refers to insecticides of chemical origin. Its main purpose is the destruction of aphid colonies on vegetables, fruit trees, berry bushes and flower plants. Instructions for the use of "Biotlin" and the dosage of the drug for different plants are described in detail below.
General information
The active substance, purpose and other important characteristics of the drug:
| Country and manufacturer | Russia, CJSC "August" |
| Price category | 65–70 rubles per package (9 ml) |
| Active substance | Imidacloprid, 200 g / l. It penetrates into the intestines of the pest with the juices of the eaten plant and causes paralysis. It also enters the body through direct contact. |
| The drug is available in the form of VRK - a water-soluble concentrate | |
| Appointment | Insecticide of intestinal action, which helps to get rid of various insects - apple flower beetle, aphids, thrips, whiteflies (including greenhouse ones), leafhoppers. |
| Hazard Class | For humans and warm-blooded animals, hazard class 3 (moderately dangerous). Not dangerous for plants. For bees - class 1 (very dangerous) *. |
| What plants is it used on | It is used to protect vegetable plants, fruit trees, berry bushes and flowers in protected ground |
| Speed of action | The results are noticeable within 3-4 hours after treatment |
| Resistance | Insect addiction is unlikely, which allows the drug to be used for several seasons in a row |
| Protection period after processing | Minimum 2 weeks |
| Waiting period | 3 to 60 days (more details below) |
| Combination with other means | It is not recommended to use in combination with other drugs |
* After years of treatment, bees are allowed only after 10 days.
Other types of drug
Also, the manufacturer CJSC "August" produces other preparations based on "Biotlin", for example:
- "Topaz + Biotlin". It is designed to kill aphids and powdery mildew on berry bushes. Therefore, it is also called double protection.
- Biotlin Bau used to kill aphids on vegetables and berries. It is sold in a spray bottle - the solution is already ready for use, so it can be used immediately to protect plantings.
How long does it take to harvest the fruit?
Harvesting is allowed as early as 3-7 days after the last treatment. However, this period is only suitable for apple and vegetable crops:
- cucumbers;
- tomatoes.
As for berry bushes, it is advisable to harvest the crop in 1.5-2 months.
At the same time, in all cases, manual work can be started after 1 day when processing in a greenhouse and 3 days when processing in open ground.
Instructions for use
The use of the drug usually does not cause difficulties:
- The required volume of water is prepared - it must be settled and have room temperature.
- Measure the required amount of funds in accordance with the dosage (see table).
- First, a small amount of the drug is diluted.
- Then diluted with water to the required volume and start spraying.
- The green part of the plant is treated, after wearing gloves, a mask and other protective equipment.
| Culture | Solution concentration, ml per 10 l of water | Consumption | Number of treatments |
|---|---|---|---|
| cucumbers, tomatoes | 5 | 30 l per 100 m 2 | 1 |
| black currant | 3 | 0.5-1.5 l per bush | |
| Apple tree | 2-5 liters per tree | ||
| flowers | 5 | 10 l per 100 m 2 |
Security measures
During processing, certain rules must be followed:
- Spray only with glasses, a mask, a respirator and a special gown.
- Don't drink, don't talk.
- Do not smoke or make fire - the product contains a flammable substance.
- When finished, wash the robe thoroughly or throw it away.
- It is also necessary to rinse the bucket with detergent. You cannot use it for other purposes.
- If an excess solution remains, it is drained in the designated place and covered with sand or earth.
In case of unforeseen situations, you must act strictly according to the instructions:
- If the solution gets on the skin, remove it with a cloth (but do not rub it in) and immediately wash the area with soap and water.
- If it gets on the clothes, they take them off and put them away for washing. The skin under this area should also be washed.
- In case of contact with eyes, rinse them under a small stream of water for 10-15 minutes.
- If the solution accidentally gets into the stomach, induce vomiting and drink 4-5 tablets of activated carbon.
- If extraneous symptoms persist, immediately consult a doctor.
The finished solution cannot be stored, therefore it is necessary to prepare such an amount that will be used at a time.
Storage of the drug is carried out at room temperature away from drugs, feed, food and sunlight. Access of children and pets is excluded.
What could go wrong?
To get the best results, you need to know when to process your plants:
- It is better to do this in dry and calm weather.
- Processing is carried out in the early morning or late evening. With the sun already starting to set, it's time to spray the crops.
- Optimum air temperature - + 20-25aboutFROM.
"Biotlin" helps to cope with aphids and some other pests already in 3-4 hours. If treated in the evening, the insects will die the next morning. However, this drug is quite dangerous for humans and deadly for bees. Therefore, its use and storage requires special care.
Whitefly in the greenhouse completely disappeared the next day