Content
- 1 Composition and release form of the herbicide Ballerina
- 2 Types and principle of operation
- 3 Advantages and disadvantages
- 4 How to prepare a working solution
- 5 Instructions for use and consumption rate of herbicide Ballerina
- 6 Compatibility with other tools
- 7 Security measures
- 8 Analogues of the chemical drug Ballerina
- 9 Conclusion
- 10 Reviews of the herbicide Ballerina
Herbicide Ballerina is an effective drug that has a systemic effect. Its peculiarity is that the product can be used to destroy weeds after germination of the main crop. In order for the use of this drug to be as effective as possible, it is necessary to take into account the manufacturer’s recommendations and follow the dosages specified in the instructions.
Ballerina has a wide range of actions
Composition and release form of the herbicide Ballerina
This drug is available in the form of a suspension emulsion. It goes on sale in 100 ml plastic bottles, 1 liter bottles and 5 liter canisters. This allows you to select the optimal dosage of the product, depending on the area of the main crop.
The manufacturer of this herbicide is the company "August", specializing in the creation and sale of plant protection products.
The drug is intended to combat annual dicotyledonous and perennial root shoot weeds.
It can be used on crops:
- spring and winter wheat;
- corn;
- millet;
- sorghum;
- oats.
Types and principle of operation
There are three types of this remedy. They have differences in composition that must be taken into account when choosing. This will allow you to select the most optimal herbicide option, depending on the degree of infestation of the area.
Herbicide Ballerina
This is a classic type of drug that is effective against annual dicotyledonous weeds, even those resistant to 2,4-D and MCPA. Also, the use of this product is justified against some perennials in planting grain crops.
The drug contains: 2,4 D or 2-ethylhexyl ether, florasulam. The concentration of the first is 410 g per liter. Its function: disruption of photosynthesis, activation of the breakdown of vital components. This leads to loss of turgor, disruption of water metabolism at the cellular level, and wilting of the weed. And the concentration of the second component is 7.4 g per liter. Florasulam ensures the permeability of the working solution into the leaves, roots and shoots of the plant. It inhibits acetolactate synthase.
After treatment, the drug penetrates the plant tissue within an hour, and after 24 hours it blocks cell growth. The result of the action is noticeable within 3-4 days. And the weeds die completely after 3-4 weeks.
The active component does not penetrate into cereal grains
Herbicide Ballerina Super
This drug, like the previous one, contains two active components: 2,4 D (2-ethylhexyl ether) and florasulam.But the difference from the classic version of Ballerina is that the concentration of the second substance in the product is doubled and amounts to 15 g/l.
Thanks to this, the penetration process of the working solution is accelerated. Weed development slows down after 12 hours, and visible results become noticeable on the third day. The grasses die completely after applying the herbicide Ballerina Super after 2-3 weeks, depending on weather conditions.
Ballerina Super destroys bedstraw at any stage of its development
Herbicide Ballerina Mix
This is a three-component drug. The composition of the herbicide Ballerina Mix includes: 2-ethylhexyl ester of 2,4-D acid, 410 g/l, florasulam, 7.4 g/l and tribenuron-methyl, 750 g/kg. This provides a quick effect and long-lasting protective result. An additional component, which is missing in the two previous versions of the drug, enhances the effect of florasulam.
The growth of treated weeds stops after a day. The visible result of the herbicide becomes apparent after two days. And after two weeks the weeds die completely.
Ballerina Mix inhibits the growth of field bindweed at a height of no more than 10 cm
Advantages and disadvantages
This drug has many advantages, which sets it apart from many other drugs of similar action. But it also has certain disadvantages that need to be taken into account.
Herbicide Ballerina is effective against 150 types of weeds
Main advantages of the drug:
- effective at +5 °C;
- eliminates the possibility of resistance;
- does not harm main crops;
- Can be used without restricting crop rotation;
- high performance;
- economical consumption;
- affordable price.
Flaws:
- when frozen, it loses its properties;
- requires increased precautions.
How to prepare a working solution
Before using the drug for its intended purpose, it must be diluted with water. To do this, you must first thoroughly wash the spray tank, tip and tubes. The working fluid can only be prepared using clean water.
Procedure:
- Fill the spray tank with ½ of the required volume of liquid.
- Add herbicide and mix.
- Add the remaining water.
- Stir again.
Instructions for use and consumption rate of herbicide Ballerina
According to the instructions for use, the drug Ballerina can be used against weeds in cereal crops. In order for the drug to show maximum results, it must be applied taking into account the type of the main plant.
Spring and winter wheat, barley
In this case, treatment with the herbicide can be carried out during tillering of the main crop. And it will be correct to treat winter wheat against weeds with Ballerina in the spring. It is also possible to spray during the booting period, when the plants already have 1-2 internodes and the weeds are in an early stage of growth. Treatment during this period is recommended for the growth of tenacious bedstraw. And also if it was not possible to spray the crops earlier due to weather conditions.
The consumption rate for spring, winter wheat and barley is 30-50 liters per hundred square meters. Treatment can be carried out once during the season. The waiting period is 53 days.
Corn
When using this drug on corn crops, it is necessary to spray the plants in the phase of 3-5 leaves of the main crop.The permissible consumption rate of working fluid with a concentration of 0.3-0.5% is 3-5 liters per hundred square meters, depending on the degree of contamination of the area. The harvest period is two months. The permissible number of treatments during the season is one.
Millet
The drug can be used on millet crops at the stage of 3-5 leaves of the main crop. Recommended concentration of working fluid is 0.3-0.5%. The consumption rate is 2-3 liters per hundred square meters. The waiting period in this case is 60 days.
Sorghum
In this case, it is necessary to use the herbicide Ballerina to control one- and perennial weeds at the stage of 3-5 leaves of the main crop. The recommended solution concentration is 0.3-0.5%. The consumption rate of the working fluid should be 2-3 liters per hundred square meters. The waiting period after applying the herbicide on sorghum plantings is two months.
The drug shows high performance at moderate soil moisture
Oats
Ballerina can be used in oat plantings in the 3-4 leaf phase. The recommended solution concentration is 0.3-0.5%. The permissible flow rate of working fluid is 200-300 liters per hectare. The waiting period after processing is 60 days. You can spray oats with this product once a season.
Compatibility with other tools
Ballerina is combined with other types of herbicides in one tank mixture. But before mixing solutions, you need to check them for compatibility. To do this, you need to mix the drug solutions in a small volume and stir. If there is no sediment, the products can be used simultaneously.
It is not recommended to use the herbicide Ballerina together with fungicides, acaricides, and insecticides, as this may weaken the effect of the drugs.
Security measures
When using the herbicide Ballerina, you must adhere to personal safety measures. The treatment should be carried out wearing gloves, a mask, as well as clothing and shoes that cover exposed areas of the body as much as possible. If the working solution gets on the skin or mucous membranes, rinse immediately under running water. After treatment, you must take a shower with soap.
Before and after spraying, the number of bees should be limited for 48 hours. Do not use the drug near water bodies and fish farms.
Analogues of the chemical drug Ballerina
If necessary, the herbicide Ballerina can be replaced with analogues. But before using them, you need to carefully study the instructions for use.
The Ballerina can be replaced by:
- Prima;
Prima has a systemic effect
- Prius;
Prius can be used after germination of the main crop
- Baal.
Baal causes chlorosis and loss of turgor on the third day after treatment
Conclusion
Herbicide Ballerina belongs to the category of products that are capable of maximally clearing cereal crops of weeds. But this product must be used at a certain stage of plant development and taking into account the waiting period before harvesting.
Reviews of the herbicide Ballerina
