When it comes to cereals, the question arises how to protect them from a variety of competing weeds. In this article we will talk about the chemical method of control of cereal weeds - the "Axial" herbicide.
Composition and release form
The active substance of the herb "Axial" is pinoxaden-cloxintinset mexyl. Its concentration in the preparation is 45 g / l.
Important! Means belongs to slightly toxic substances of the third class of danger. Carries danger to reservoirs with fish, bees, humans.Sell means in plastic canisters of 5 l. Herbicide is produced in the form of an emulsion concentrate.
Activity spectrum
Belongs to a number of herbicides that are used from grass weeds on wheat and barley. According to the instructions, oats, chaff, broomstick, chicken millet and other annual cereal weeds are particularly sensitive to the drug.
To protect wheat and barley from weeds, they also use: "Lancelot", "Corsair", "Dialen Super", "Hermes", "Caribou", "Cowboy", "Eraser Extra", "Prima", "Lontrel".
Drug benefits
- Effective in combating wild oats.
- Affects a wide range of grass weeds.
- Great for making tank mixes.
- It is steady against washing off (in half an hour after processing to "Axial" the rain is not terrible).
- Not phytotoxic.
- There are no requirements for crop rotation.
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Mechanism of action
"Axial" acts selectively, hitting only weeds. Getting on the ground part of the weed. it penetrates inside and redistributes throughout the entire inner system of the plant.
How to spend spraying
In order to improve the efficiency of the treatment of "Axial", it should be carried out strictly in accordance with the instructions for use of the herbicide.
The treatment can be carried out already from the moment when it warms up to +5 ° С. But best of all process the plot at a temperature of + 10 ... +25 ° С. Wait for more stable weather - drops from cold to warming will reduce the efficiency of work. Spraying should be carried out in the morning or evening. It should not be windy.
The effectiveness of "Axial" directly depends on how well the product is distributed across the site. Therefore, spraying is best done by fine spraying. 
Important! Do not allow the drug was transferred to neighboring plants!"Axial" can be used during the growing season of barley and wheat. Best of all, it will affect the weeds, when they have already appeared two or three leaves.
The consumption rate of the herb "Axial" in accordance with the cultivated culture:
- processing of spring barley - from 0.7 l to 1 l per hectare;
- processing of winter and spring wheat - from 0.7 l to 1.3 l per hectare.
Important! The largest dosage can be used only when the site is heavily clogged and conditions for crop growth are unfavorable.
Impact speed
Begins to act after 48 hours. The visible result becomes noticeable within two weeks. The full death of weeds on the treated area occurs within a month. The term may increase or decrease by about a week - the effect of the drug depends on the conditions and type of plant.
Period of protective action
Protects the site for two months.
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Safety measures at work
Processing can be carried out only in the presence of personal protective equipment:
- working clothes;
- glasses;
- gloves;
- respirator.
Herbicide is dangerous to the skin, mucous membranes and in contact with the digestive system.
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If a person is poisoned with the drug "Axial", then:
- take him away from the work site;
- Carefully remove personal protective equipment to prevent any remnants of the drug from getting on you and the victim;
- in case of damage to eyes, rinse thoroughly with water;
- if the skin is damaged, use a dry cloth to remove excess herbicide as gently as possible. Thoroughly rinse affected areas with water. Even in case of contact with clothing, possible contaminated skin areas should be thoroughly washed!
- If the drug is swallowed, rinse the mouth immediately. Give the victim to drink a few glasses of water and activated carbon. To induce vomiting. Be sure to keep the label of the drug and show it to the doctor;
- call an ambulance.
Compatibility and other drugs
The product is compatible with most insecticides, herbicides and fungicides. It is possible to create tank mixes with this drug. If you create a tank mix, do not mix the products undiluted.
Important! Before using other drugs, be sure to test for compatibility.
Shelf life and storage conditions
"Axial" is recommended to be stored in the premises which are specially intended for storage of chemical preparations. Protect from direct sunlight. Storage should be dry and well ventilated. Temperature range - from -5 to +35 ° С. Store the herbicide in the original packaging.
Important! Packing over 2 meters in height is prohibited!If all of the above conditions are met, the shelf life is 3 years.
Axial will become an indispensable tool in the fight against grass weeds. Carefully read the instructions to the drug - the exact implementation of the instructions will achieve the highest possible efficiency.
