Plants get sick, just like people. They are exposed to a variety of negative factors, from temperature fluctuations and bad weather to attacks by insects, mites, and other pests. But more often, plants suffer from diseases. Using fungicides like Colfugo Super can prevent disease and plant death, and also help cure diseased plants.
Composition, active substance and release forms
The active ingredient in Colfugo Super is carbendazim, a benzimidazole fungicide. It is available as a suspension concentrate (SC) at a concentration of 200 grams per liter, in 20-liter canisters. The fungicide is non-phytotoxic and has a systemic effect.
Operating principle and purpose
The systemic fungicide "Kolfugo Super" is designed for spraying crops during the growing season, as well as for seed treatment before sowing. It is resistant to precipitation, so it remains on the surface of the plant material for a long time, protecting plants from the negative effects of pathogens.
Colfugo has the ability to be effective at low air temperatures, so it can be used in early spring and late autumn, when most other fungicidal preparations are ineffective.
This product enhances seed germination, has a long-lasting protective effect, and treats a wide range of fungal diseases, including root and basal rot of grains, mold, smut, cercosporella and cercospora leaf spot, powdery mildew, and much more.
Calculation of consumption and rules of use
No more than two sprayings are allowed on green foliage during the growing season. The working fluid consumption rate is 300 liters per hectare, and the product application rate is 1.5-2 liters per hectare. The waiting period is 32 days.
The seeds are treated immediately before sowing; the fungicide application rate is similar to spraying growing crops; the working fluid consumption is up to 10 liters per ton of grain.
Safety precautions
Colfugo Super is classified as a Class 3 hazard, meaning it poses a serious health risk if used incorrectly. To avoid this risk, follow these safety precautions:
- During treatment, do not drink, smoke, or consume food or beverages.
- You must wear protective clothing with long sleeves and pants, special glasses, a mask or respirator, rubber or latex gloves.
- Spray early in the morning or in the evening, after sunset. Do not spray in direct sunlight.
- After finishing the etching or spraying, you need to take off your work clothes, take a shower and change into clean clothes.
- If the substance comes into contact with the skin, rinse the affected area with plenty of running water.
- If the pesticide gets into your eyes or on mucous membranes, wash it off and seek medical attention.
- Accidental ingestion requires inducing vomiting. To do this, drink at least a liter of water. Then, consult a doctor to rule out any potential harm.
How to store
The storage rules for Colfugo Super are the same as for most fungicides of the same hazard class:
- The product must be kept in tightly closed containers (canisters).
- Store the pesticide in a dark and cool place, protecting it from high and low temperatures, as well as from direct sunlight.
- "Kolfugo" is prohibited from being kept near food products, drinks, medicines and feed for pets and farm animals.
- The prepared working solution must be used immediately.
Provided that the drug is stored properly and in compliance with all safety regulations, its shelf life is unlimited (in hermetically sealed containers).
What can be used as a replacement?
The following pesticides are analogs of the fungicide "Kolfugo Super" based on the active ingredient used:
- "Axioms".
- "Derosal Euro".
- Doctor Crop.
- "Zim 500".
- Winter Chances.
- "Kazim".
- "Casimir".
- Carbezim.
- Carbonara.
- Cardinal 500.
- "Cardon".
- "Carzibel".
- Ferazim.
All of these products are suspension concentrates, while Credo and Sarfun are suspension concentrates. Colfugo Super combines well with other products, except those with a pronounced alkaline pH, so it can be used in tank mixes.
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