A reliable drug to protect the health of tomatoes - “Penncozeb” for processing tomatoes: instructions for use
Gardeners who grow tomatoes often encounter various tomato diseases. Some of them are easy to treat, but there are some that can destroy the entire crop. To protect beds from infections, there is a proven remedy - the drug "Penncozeb".
Is it safe to use “Penncozeb” (or as it is sometimes incorrectly called “Pencocept”) for processing tomatoes, what advantages and disadvantages does this product have and how to dilute it correctly - all in our article.
What kind of drug is this
"Penncozeb" is a contact fungicide, a highly effective preventive agent. It protects tomatoes from dangerous diseases that can destroy the crop.
The release form of the drug is a water-soluble powder. The product can be used both in pure form and in combination with systemic fungicides.
Why do you need tomatoes, how does it work?
The active ingredient of the drug is mancozeb. It affects the pathogen at two levels: it stops the growth of fungal spores and the development of mycelium. Once in the pathogen's cell, it inhibits the activity of enzymes, which leads to disruption of the growth of its membrane.
The product evenly envelops the plant, creating an impenetrable protective layer that prevents the penetration of dangerous microorganisms.
Peculiarity. The composition includes zinc and manganese, which provides foliar feeding of the plant.
The drug acts exclusively on the surface of the plant. This eliminates the possibility of accumulation of dangerous compounds in fruits. When used correctly, the product is absolutely harmless to humans.
Advantages and disadvantages
Like any fungicide, Penncozeb has both strengths and weaknesses.
Advantages:
- protects against a range of diseases;
- low toxicity;
- quickly decomposes in soil;
- promotes the formation of green mass;
- stimulates the process of photosynthesis;
- Can be used throughout the entire growing season;
- safe for insects, birds and soil microflora;
- does not lead to phytotoxicity;
- does not block the flow of water to the tops;
- dissolves well and adheres to the plant;
- compatible with pesticides;
- does not contribute to the emergence of resistance;
- additionally serves as foliar feeding;
- Suitable for various vegetable and garden crops.
Flaws:
- validity period - 8-12 days;
- quickly washed away by rain;
- not suitable for treating plants.
Price
The cost of Penncozeb depends on the manufacturer and packaging. The drug is produced in packages weighing 40 g, 200 g, 800 g, 1 kg, 10 kg and 25 kg.
"Penncozeb" in bags of 20 g can be purchased from 60 rubles, 10 kg - from 9100 rubles.
Analogues
Indications for use
The drug is intended for the prevention of diseases of apple trees, grapes, tomatoes and potatoes.
"Penncozeb" protects tomatoes from a number of diseases:
- late blight;
- macrosporiosis;
- Alternaria blight.
Reference. The drug is also able to protect against diseases of garden crops: grape mildew, leaf spot and apple scab.
How to prepare the drug
The consumption rate of the working solution for tomatoes is 300–400 l/ha. The packaging of the drug contains instructions for preparing and using the product.
For 1 acre of garden, it is enough to dissolve 16 g of the product in 1 bucket of water. If the drug is packaged in 20 g quantities, the contents of the package are diluted in 8–10 liters of water.
Step-by-step instructions for use
Tomatoes are treated with Penncozeb during the growing season. The product is easy to use: just dilute the contents of the package with water. There are no difficulties in treating with the product either - the plants are sprayed with the prepared solution.
Instructions for processing tomatoes with Penncozeb:
- For treatment, prepare a 0.2% solution of the drug.
- For 1 sq. m area, 10 liters of ready-made solution is enough.
- The procedure is carried out in the morning or evening on a windless day.
- The product is sprayed using a fine spray bottle.
- During processing, thoroughly wet the leaves on both sides.
- If it rains after spraying, repeat the treatment.
- The procedures are carried out at intervals of 7–10 days.
Precautionary measures
The drug is assigned the second class of toxicity for humans and the third class of hazard for bees. Its use in water bodies is prohibited. When working with the product, precautions should be taken.
Rules for working with Penncozeb:
- wear protective clothing, gauze and gloves;
- it is forbidden to drink water or eat during treatment;
- After the procedure, wash your hands thoroughly with soap;
- if the solution gets into your mouth or eyes, rinse them with plenty of running water;
- If symptoms of poisoning appear, take activated charcoal and call a doctor.
When and how often to process tomatoes
The maximum number of treatments in one season is 3.The first spraying is done when the plant has become stronger - 10–14 days after planting in the garden. "Penncozeb" is used only before the first signs of the disease appear.
The protective effect of the drug lasts 8–12 days depending on weather conditions. The speed of action is within the first day.
The drug has a waiting period. It should be used in open beds 20 days before harvest. In greenhouses it is allowed to harvest after 3-5 days.
Nuances of use
When planning cultivation in open beds, take into account weather conditions. During rainy periods, choose a day so that after the procedure there is no precipitation for at least 4–5 hours.
Considering the hazard class of the drug, pinching, pinching and other manual work is carried out only a week after treatment. It is necessary to wear protective clothing and gloves for 3 days after the procedure.
In greenhouses, the drug is used even in damp weather. The main thing is to ventilate the room well after treatment and leave the windows and doors open for several hours.
Can the solution cause harm?
Penncozeb is considered safe for humans and insects. However, its use in combination with insecticides increases the toxicity of the drugs, which can harm bumblebees and bees.
To maintain the effectiveness of the product and not harm the health of family members, the following storage conditions for the drug should be observed:
- Keep Penncozeb away from food.
- The air temperature should be from +15 to +30 °C.
- The drug should be kept out of the reach of children and animals.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight.
- Do not leave the product near heat sources.
- After dilution, the entire solution should be used.Store the undiluted drug in sealed containers.
- After use, burn the packaging of the drug and bury any spilled unused powder.
Advice from vegetable growers
- "Pennkozeb" is used to treat the greenhouse structure. Disinfection is done twice a year: after harvesting and before planting seedlings. The solution is used to treat not only structures, but also supports and garter material.
- There is no data on the emergence of resistance with regular use, however, summer residents advise using the product alternating with other fungicides of chemical origin.
- Before adding other drugs to the Penncozeb solution, their compatibility should be checked.
Important! Do not mix the drug with oils and products based on them, with highly alkaline and highly acidic substances.
Reviews from vegetable growers
Alla, Moscow region: “I am very pleased with the drug. I use it 3-4 weeks after planting tomatoes in the garden. I carry out one or two treatments, depending on the weather, then switch to Fitosporin.”
Natalya, Krasnodar region: “I regularly treat the bushes in the greenhouse with Pennkozeb, even in wet weather. After the procedure, I make sure to open the windows and doors - the product dries quite quickly on the leaves.”
Dmitry, Minsk: “Late blight came to us unexpectedly in May. I decided to treat the bushes with Penncozeb. To overcome the disease, 3 treatments were enough.”
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Conclusion
Gardeners actively use Pennkozeb for late blight on tomatoes. It is suitable for open and closed beds. It is easy to use: no need to infuse, heat or filter the solution, just dilute it.
The drug is economical and has many advantages, but it is better to use it as a prophylactic agent, since it is ineffective in treating diseases.