Insecticides help control many pests. Therefore, many manufacturers offer effective products to consumers. Using "Iskra" against pests can kill many pests. To achieve results, it's important to strictly follow the instructions for use. Adherence to safety precautions is also essential.
Types of the drug
Iskra is not a single product, but several. All of them are produced by Technoexport. Although all of these products share insecticidal properties, they contain different active ingredients belonging to several chemical classes.
All Iskra products share common properties. They are effective at temperatures above 25 degrees Celsius. Therefore, these products can be used in late spring and summer, when parasite reproduction is active. This feature is crucial, as not all products are effective in hot weather and often lose their effectiveness at elevated temperatures.
Release forms
Iskra is available in various forms. It can be purchased as a wettable powder, tablets, an aqueous solution, or a water-soluble concentrate. An emulsifiable concentrate is also available. The dry product is sold in foil-lined sachets, while the liquid product is sold in canisters and bottles.
Iskra Bio
This product is designed to combat harmful insects and mites. It is the only product in the line that can be used until harvest, whether grown outdoors or in greenhouses.
The active ingredient in Iskra Bio is avermectin, a byproduct of the fungus Streptomyces avermitilis. When the substance enters an insect's body, it blocks nerve impulse transmission, causing paralysis and death.
Iskra M
This insecticide is an effective poison against caterpillars. It is most often sold as a liquid in small vials of up to 10 milliliters. The manufacturer also offers the product in ampoules of up to 5 milliliters.
"Spark Double Effect"
The product is available in 10-gram tablets. It contains two active ingredients: cypermethrin and permethrin. The first component suppresses the nervous system of adult parasites, while the second is a poison that poisons the insects. It also contains potassium, which accelerates crop recovery.
"Iskra Double Effect" is used to treat plants against more than 60 types of pests that harm vegetable crops, ornamental plants, fruit trees, and shrubs.
Golden Spark
The product is available as a liquid. It is sold in ampoules of up to 5 milliliters and in 10 milliliter vials. It is also available as a powder in 8-40 gram packages. This product is effective against Colorado potato beetles and their larvae. Iskra is also used to control leaf-eating pests.
The composition boasts a long-lasting effect—up to 25 days. Furthermore, it is resistant to water washout during rainfall or irrigation. The substance also maintains its effectiveness in hot weather.
Purpose
Iskra is used to treat primary agricultural crops against various types of pests. The compound successfully rids crops of locust parasites and certain types of mites, particularly spider mites. It can be used throughout the entire growing season.
Terms of Use
To ensure the desired effect, the product must be used correctly. It is available in powder, tablet, and liquid forms. A single dose should be diluted in 10 liters of water. The optimal temperature is at least 16 degrees Celsius.
Initially, the substance is applied to a third of the water volume and mixed for 6 minutes. Then, the remaining water is added. To achieve a higher concentration, the amount of the chemical is increased. To strengthen crop immunity, the composition is combined with fertilizers.
The rules for using the product vary depending on the plants you plan to treat:
- Spray potatoes against Colorado potato beetles during the active growth period. To make a solution, use 2 milliliters of the solution per bucket of water. 500 milliliters of "Golden Spark" is enough for 10 square meters. When using the "Double Effect" solution, one tablet is sufficient for 100 square meters.
- For fruit and ornamental trees, it's best to use the tablet formulation. For young plants, it's recommended to use a maximum of 2 liters of working solution, and for mature plants, 5 liters.
- For widespread pest infestations of cucumbers, tomatoes, and flowers, use "Iskra Zolotaya." Mix one 5-milliliter ampoule with 10 liters of water. Use 2 liters of the solution per 10 square meters.
- "Iskra Double Effect" tablets are suitable for garden plants, berries, and flowers. Use one tablet per 10 liters of water. Apply in the morning or evening. Apply 3 liters of the product per 20 square meters. The post-treatment waiting period is 20 days. For currant bushes, this period is extended to 60 days.
Precautionary measures
The Iskra Bio insecticide poses no danger to humans or warm-blooded animals. The other products in this line belong to toxicity class 3. Their components can penetrate the skin and accumulate in internal organs.
Therefore, when working with the substance, it is necessary to use personal protective equipment (PPE)—gloves, a respirator, and protective clothing. Eating, drinking, smoking, and talking are prohibited while handling crops. After finishing work, clothes should be washed. It is also important to rinse your mouth and thoroughly wash your face and hands with soap.
Compatibility
Insecticides from this line can be combined with tick and beetle repellents. They can also be combined with growth stimulants and antifungals. Alkaline-based products make the insecticide less effective, so combining them is not recommended.
How and how long to store
The product should be stored in a dark place. The temperature should be between -10 and +30 degrees Celsius. It is important to avoid storing it near food and medications. The product has a shelf life of 2 years.
Analogues
Iskra Bio can be replaced with products such as Akarin, Kleschevit, and Fitoverm. Biotlin, Korado, and Prestige can be used instead of Iskra Zolotoy. Iskra M can be replaced with Karbofos. Fufanon-Nova is an analogue of Double Effect.
Iskra is an effective product that helps control a wide variety of pests. To ensure the product produces the desired results, it's important to strictly follow the instructions for use.