Weed roundup

Roundup weed killer: a description of the herbicide

As soon as the planting season begins, every summer resident is faced with a huge number of problems. One of the questions that arises before them is how and how to get rid of the weeds that fill the plots that are resistant to temperature extremes, diseases and pests? Of course, today there are a large number of methods and effective drugs that allow you to solve this problem, while saving your physical strength and, most importantly, your time. In order to get rid of weeds on the site as quickly as possible, many chemically active preparations of direct systemic action have been developed, which are called herbicides. One of these popular and, most importantly, effective proven drugs is Roundup.

Roundup weed remedy: photo

Roundup is a systemic herbicide that acts as a universal, continuous action. Its purpose is the destruction of annual and perennial weeds of various types and species. Already after the first application of Roundup, the gardener can notice an excellent effect - complete or almost complete cleansing of the area from various weeds, which previously seemed unshakable and resistant to any means. But in order for the drug to show its effectiveness in full, the gardener must follow the instructions for use, and take into account that different weeds are located around different crops, therefore, the concentration of the drug can vary, albeit slightly.

Release form

Roundup is produced by a well-known multinational corporation called Monsanto. The drug is produced in the form of a viscous liquid, has a weak, practically unexpressed odor, which does not frighten off the person at all. In our country, you can find different dosages of the drug, and this is very convenient, because the gardener himself is able to choose which dosage is most suitable for him. Classic Roundup contains 360 grams of the active ingredient, Raunup Max is a little more - 450 grams, and there is also Roundup Extra with 540 grams, which is used mainly for especially neglected areas.

In addition, for the convenience of gardeners, the manufacturer prepares the drug in various quantities - for small areas it is best to purchase five-milliliter ampoules, bottles of 50 or 100 milliliters; a liter bottle is suitable for cleaning personal subsidiary areas from all sorts of weeds and pests. There is also a volume for processing huge large-scale areas - these are whole cans of the drug with a volume of 20 liters. Agricultural industrial enterprises buy them.

Roundup Weed Control Composition

In its composition, in addition to Glyphosate as an active active ingredient, Roundup also includes surfactants. This is an agent that is used to increase the stickiness of the substances of the preparation to the surface of the plant. But it is worth remembering that because of the surfactant, the agent can settle on the clothes of the person who processes the territory, so it is better to process it in a special protective suit.

Glyphosate is a non-selective systemic herbicide that can kill any plant. One of the features of this component is that it is not selective and destroys a wide variety of cultures.The exception is selective genetically modified crops - the drug does not affect them at all. Among all herbicides, it is glyphosate that ranks first in the world in terms of the number of agents in which it is included. This is a very active ingredient, and that is why it enjoys such special popularity.

Mechanism of action

Of course, to understand why Roundup weed control is so effective, you need to understand the key mechanisms of its action. As soon as the drug hits the green, leafy-stem part of the plant, it sticks to it thanks to the surfactant component. The active substance very gradually penetrates the internal system of the plant, disrupts metabolism, blocks some key processes and synthesis, which is precisely what makes the plant vital and viable. As a result of the violation of these processes, the plant is no longer able to receive all the necessary components and substances, which is why it simply dies. For the complete penetration of the substance into the weed system, it takes from five to six hours, then the herbicide gradually affects the entire plant system, including reaching the most important one - the root. It takes no more than one week to completely destroy the weed. Then the gardener can only observe the consequences - the weeds wither, turn yellow, their growth slows down, they die. This is the final effect of the drug.

Processing can be carried out throughout the entire season, regardless of the season. This agent is completely inactive in the soil, it can only affect the green parts of the plant. In order for the effect of killing weeds with Roundup not to keep you waiting, you should only be guided by the weather conditions and the time of day in order to choose the right moment to process the plants. Everything, as a rule, depends on the individual characteristics of the site, on the climatic zone and region, as well as on the task that the gardener sets himself when he decides to process.

Weed roundup: instructions for use

There are several important conditions that relate to the rules for the use of Roundup weed control. The rules can be found in the instructions provided with each individual package. It is best to use the drug in the spring, when the soil has already warmed up and is ready for planting cultural units. As soon as the weeds hatch and begin to be saturated with greens, it's time to use the drug to combat them. Of course, if the weeds have not yet sprouted, it is best not to do the treatment, but to wait. When their height is five or 15 centimeters.

Spring treatment with Roundup for weed control is especially effective if it is not perennial, but rather annual weeds.
It is most dangerous to process in the summer, since there is a possibility of causing damage to the cultivated plants themselves, which are also susceptible to the drug, due to the fact that the main component is not selective. This decision can be justified solely due to the fact that there is an abundance of malicious weeds on the site, which can cause obvious harm to crops, so they must be protected, otherwise they will weaken. In the autumn, after all the fruits and the entire crop have been harvested from the site, it is recommended to process the site in order to carry out prevention. Also, thanks to this treatment, it is possible to prepare the site for spring plantings, as well as in order to prevent the growth of these weeds in advance, which by their vital activity do not allow other plants to develop safely.

Dosage

It is best to breed Roundup weed killer according to the instructions for use. Firstly, it is necessary to dilute only in water; no other impurities are required to prepare the solution.On the contrary, they can block the action of key components, which will most negatively affect the effect of the drug. If the water is very hard, then it is best to increase the dose of the drug. If the gardener prepares the solution at home, then non-metallic utensils should be used that are not intended for the consumption of water or food by the person himself. The finished solution can be stored in a sealed container for 5-7 days, and during this time it does not lose its characteristics at all.

The effectiveness of the herbicide Roundal against weeds

It is also important to take into account which plants and weeds the drug is most effective against. First, it works well on annual and perennial weeds. In total, Roundup affects more than 300 types of weeds, and this is an excellent result. Secondly, the effectiveness of the herbicide application has been proven against cereal weeds and dicotyledonous annuals and biennials. Reliably relieves the site of hogweed, wheatgrass, sow thistle and sorrel, thistle and nettle, as well as dandelions, which are considered the most tenacious weeds in household plots. Thanks to the tool, once and for all, you can get rid of weed tree growths, which in rare cases can be completely destroyed on the site, they have the peculiarities of returning.

There are several basic rules, adhering to which, you can achieve maximum efficiency from Roundup weed control:

• sprayers should only be used in dry and calm weather; do not do this before rain or strong winds. If it rains within 6 hours after the gardener sprays, the effect of the main component of Roundup may decrease.
• the wind during processing is dangerous, it can spread the components of the preparation throughout the entire area, and it will fall on those plants that should not be treated at all. It is desirable that during the processing period the temperature is between 10 and 26 degrees. To protect the main crops, they can be covered with film materials through which the agent cannot penetrate or be absorbed into the culture. If suddenly a drug gets on the plant, then it is necessary to immediately rinse it with copious amounts of water. It is not necessary to loosen or weed the soil in the treated area so that the drug does not get into it. It is advisable to stop this activity for the next five days.

Every gardener is pleased to receive a bountiful harvest. But, unfortunately, even attaching great importance to the processing of plants and caring for them, the gardener can not always achieve his goals. In this case, herbicides do not affect the activity of plant growth, but they destroy those plants that have a harmful effect, absorbing all the necessary mineral and organic components.

Advantages and disadvantages of Roundup, its analogues

Of course, considering the features of the Roundup drug, I would like to dwell on its advantages or disadvantages in more detail. The advantages of the drug are that it is quite easy to use, affordable, does not require much time and effort on the part of the gardener himself. Even after a single treatment of the site, the drug begins to act very quickly in accordance with its goals. It reliably destroys weeds, showing visual results in just a week. Also, the drug does not accumulate in the soil, is not activated in it. It decomposes in the soil, does not harm the soil, its composition and, accordingly, the seeds that will be planted in it.

There are also some disadvantages that we also need to mention. Firstly, this product can be dangerous for beneficial crops if they are not covered with film or plastic before processing.Secondly, if the agent is used regularly, then it can have an extremely negative effect on the soil microbiomes, so you should monitor the dosage, dilution of the solution according to the instructions. Thirdly, this drug is completely incompatible with any others, so if you process it, then about two weeks before and two weeks after only you can finally use other means, drugs and, including additives for exercising feeding plants. There is some toxicity in the components of the drug, so you should be very careful about your own safety before proceeding with the treatment of areas.

Herbicide analogues Roundup

If we mention the analogues of Raudap, then there are many products with exactly the same active ingredient - glyphosate. Fertilizers with the following names are mainly found: Hurricane, Tornado, Napalm, Liquidator and Zeus. In general, they have a similar composition, only differ in terms of pricing policy, but are also effective and easy to use. It is worth focusing on the fact that instructions are always attached to them, and you can learn about all the significant differences from them. The funds have a similar principle of action, the differences are only in dosages and concentrations - somewhere it should be observed in larger quantities, when processing some areas - in smaller quantities. You should also always follow the instructions very clearly, because only in this case it is possible to achieve a quick and, most importantly, a visual result in the use of these funds.

Safety measures and storage of Roundup from weeds

Glyphosate is a powerful herbicide, which in some cases can affect the state of the human body and its health. In order to avoid possible negative consequences of exposure, one should observe the most general rules that are prescribed when working with various kinds of chemical compounds, agents and preparations.

Firstly, the gardener is strictly required to use individual means to protect his body and mucous membranes - closed clothing, a hat, mask, glasses, gloves and closed shoes. Secondly, you cannot prepare the solution in the dishes from which the gardener or his family members plan to eat. Third, it is forbidden to eat, drink or smoke during Roundup weed control. If suddenly the solution gets on the skin, hair or mucous membranes, rinse with plenty of water. After the grower has finished the treatment, it is recommended to remove protective clothing and take a shower, wash your hair and hands with soap or detergent. If suddenly the agent got inside the body. Then it is worth drinking water, induce vomiting, rinse the stomach with potassium permanganate. Then it is recommended to take activated charcoal, as it absorbs all negative and harmful components and effectively removes them from the human body.

It is recommended to store the drug from Roundup weeds at temperatures up to 30 degrees for five years. It is recommended to destroy the container after use. The prepared solution in a dark place in a sealed container can be stored for five days.

Thus, we have considered in this article one of the most effective means that is used today to control weeds and harmful plants. It is possible to carry out spot treatment with Roundup from weeds using brushes, and in order to destroy young growth of large weeds, gardeners use ordinary medical syringes. Since today there are small spray bottles, they greatly simplify the process of processing plants, and they can be thrown away after use.