Deimos is an effective selective herbicide designed to kill over 40 weed species. The chemical is absorbed by roots and leaves, quickly penetrating the weed, and is highly resistant to rain. It decomposes completely in the soil within a season. It is approved for use on non-agricultural land and lawns.
Composition and existing forms of release
The product is sold as a water-soluble concentrate – 480 g/l. The active ingredient, which is detrimental to wild plants, is dimethylamine salt (dicamba). In addition to the base, the product contains adhesives that prevent the product from being washed off during rain. These adhesives facilitate the distribution of "Deimos" across the entire leaf.
Advantages of the product
The herbicide "Deimos" has a number of advantages:
- highly effective product, protective action time after treatment is from 1 to 1.5 months;
- the product affects the weed through the above-ground part and the root system, and copes with wild plants that are not affected by other chemicals;
- in mixtures it is ideally combined with other herbicides.
The product is practically safe for honey insects and warm-blooded animals.
How it works
After application, the herbicide is distributed across the leaf blade and absorbed. The product also penetrates the plant through the roots, but only if the soil is thoroughly watered.
How quickly does it work?
Traces of the product's effect on weeds and signs of their imminent death are visible within 10-14 days. Initially, yellowing is observed, then the wild plant wilts. A month after treatment, it dries out completely.
Calculation of consumption
The herbicide application rate depends on several factors: the type of weed and the type of area being treated.
| Object, culture | Consumption rates l/ha |
| Couples, lawns | 1.6-3.15 |
| Pastures | Spring – 1.6-2.0; autumn period – 2.6-3.1 |
| Winter and spring crops | 0.15-0.3 |
| Corn | 0.4-0.8 |
In hayfields, the herbicide is applied in the fall or spring to sprouted weeds; in fields and lawns, it is applied at any time as needed.
Preparation of working solution
The procedure for preparing a working solution based on the herbicide "Deimos" is as follows:
- The sprayer tank is half filled with water.
- Shake the herbicide container well. Measure out the required amount. Rinse the measuring cup several times, and pour the liquid into the sprayer.
- While constantly stirring the solution, add water to the sprayer tank to reach the required volume.
After use, the device should be thoroughly rinsed.
Instructions for use
The crop is processed at a certain stage of growth.
When to use the herbicide "Deimos":
| Cultivated crops | Growth stage | Development indicators of wild plants |
| Corn | With the appearance of 3-5 leaves | Perennial weeds that have reached a height of 15 cm, annuals when 2-4 leaves appear |
| Sunflower | The presence of 4-6 pairs of leaves | |
| Sugar beet | When the aboveground part has 6-8 leaves | |
| Cereals | The plant begins to bush out |
The preparation is not suitable for processing vegetables.
Toxicity level and safety precautions
The herbicide "Deimos" is classified as a moderately hazardous compound. Keep children and pets away during application.
When working with the composition, you need to adhere to the rules:
- Before starting treatment, wear thick clothing that covers your legs, arms, and neck. It is recommended to wear protective goggles, a respirator, gloves, a hat, and waterproof shoes.
- the drug cannot be sprayed using aircraft;
- The product must not be stored near food products, in a barn, or next to animal feed;
- It is forbidden to pick berries and mushrooms in areas treated with the composition for 2 months.
If signs of poisoning occur, you must immediately consult a doctor.
Possible compatibility
Deimos can be mixed with other herbicides with similar chemical compositions. These include products containing the following active ingredients:
- sulfonylurea;
- dichlorophenoxyacetic acid;
- glyphosate;
- MCPA.
How and how long can it be stored?
Sulfonylurea should be stored in a tightly sealed, undamaged container in a separate, designated area. The medication maintains its effectiveness at temperatures ranging from +40°C to -30°C. The shelf life is 3 years.
Analogues
Selective herbicides, similar in chemical composition and active ingredient to Deimos: preparations that destroy broadleaf weeds - Vidmaster and Lintur, agents for combating cereal weeds - Fusilade Forte, Axial, Horizont.
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