Fungicides are chemicals and drugs whose purpose is to fight against fungal diseases of cultivated plants. In this article we will consider the instructions for use of the Prozaro product from Bayer. It is used for the prevention and treatment of grain crops, corn and rapeseed.
Composition and release form
The drug is available in the form of an emulsion concentrate in plastic canisters with a volume of 5 liters. The active ingredients of the fungicide are prothioconazole and tebuconazole at a concentration of 125 g of each drug per liter of substance.
Did you know? There is a natural fungicide - horseradish. On its basis, make various decoctions for spraying.
Benefits
Prozaro fungicide has the following advantages:
- does not have phytotoxicity;
- able to withstand a variety of diseases;
- can be used both as a remedy and for prevention;
- quickly affects the disease;
- has long lasting protection;
- effective for spike fusarium;
- noticeably reduces mycotoxins in the grain.
For the prevention and treatment of grain crops, maize and rape, suitable fungicides such as: "Healer", "Folikur", "Angio", "Dialen Super", "Tilt", "Fastak", "Commander", "Titus", "Prima" ".
Mechanism of action
Penetrating into plants, the drug inhibits the production of sterols, which leads to the destruction of a harmful fungus. The combination of two active ingredients allows you to multiply the benefits of the drug.
Did you know? Prolonged exposure to the drug due to the fact that it consists of two active ingredients. They have different penetration rates, so Prozaro acts quickly, and at the same time provides long-lasting protection.
Application technology, timing and consumption
Fungicide is used for spraying cereals. Processing of any plant is carried out during the growing season. The drug is effective in various types of rust, fusarium, rot, stains, molding, etc. 
Processing is recommended to carry out in a quiet, calm weather.
Important! To determine the compatibility of "Prozaro" with other drugs in each case, it is necessary to carry out a physico-chemical test.According to the instructions for use of the fungicide "Prozaro", the consumption rate of the drug are:
- For wheat: from 0.8 to 1 l per hectare of area for spike fusarium, and from 0.6 to 0.8 l per hectare for other diseases. In this case, the spraying period for fusarium should be at the end of the earing phase and the beginning of flowering. In other cases, spraying is carried out in the flag leaf phase before the beginning of earing.
- For barley: 0.6 to 0.8 liters per hectare. Handle in the flag leaf phase before heading.
- For rapeseed: from 0.6 to 0.8 liters per hectare. Spraying begins when the first symptoms appear - from the moment the stem has begun to stretch and until the pods appear.
- For maize: in case of mildew on the cob or the appearance of bubbly smut, the consumption rate is 1 l per hectare. In other cases, from 0.8 to 1 l per hectare. Processing is carried out during the growing season in order to prevent and when symptoms of the disease culture are detected.
Period of protective action
The quality of exposure to Prozaro depends largely on weather conditions and on how severely the crops are infected with fungus. The drug protects the treated areas for 2-5 weeks.
Did you know? Antibiotics such as streptomycin, blasticidin, polyoxin and cycloheximide have a fungicidal effect.
Toxicity and precautions
"Prozaro" assigned 2nd class of danger to humans. During the treatment should use personal protective equipment. Fungicide is also dangerous for bees.
Important! It is necessary to carry out mechanized work on the treated areas no earlier than three days after using the fungicide.
Term and storage conditions
Prozaro should be stored in a well-ventilated and dry enough place. The drug should be hidden from direct sunlight, and should also be in a place inaccessible to children. When stored in the original packaging, the shelf life of "Prozaro" is 2 years.
Prozaro fungicide is an excellent choice for therapeutic and preventive measures at your sites. Its extensive range of effects and high efficiency in the fight against many diseases will allow you to save the entire crop, while not harming him.
