The insecticide "Calypso" belongs to the class of chloronicotinyl and has a systemic contact effect on the intestines. It is used in the fight against gnawing, sucking, as well as lepidopteran, coleoptera and equine-winged pests.
Mechanism of action
The basis of the composition of the insecticide is thiaclopride, when it enters the body of insects, a violation of the transmission of nerve impulses occurs, leading to death (irreversible consequences). The drug begins to act three hours after the treatment. It has low resistance and low toxicity. The protective period is valid for approximately one month. This confirms the instructions for use for the insecticide "Calypso".
The following plants are treated with this tool:
- Cherry.
- Apple tree.
- Peach.
- Sweet cherry.
- Grapes
- Currant.
In addition, Calypso is used to protect vegetables, such as:
- Tomatoes
- Potatoes.
- Garlic.
- Cabbage.
- Onion.
Main advantages
The advantages of the insecticide "Calypso" include the following points:
- No toxic effects.
- Bees are safe (if the recommended dosage is followed).
- Leafworms and flower beetles are effectively destroyed.
- The yield loss is reduced markedly if the treatment is timely.
- For a whole month, the result is saved after spraying.
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The amount of drug depends on the cultures. For 1 liter of water you need only 0.5 ml in order to protect the plants in the house.
Vegetables are treated with this composition: a 2 ml ampoule is diluted with water, after which it is necessary to bring the total volume to ten liters. You can cultivate 100 square meters of land. Fruit trees and shrubs can be treated with the same solution. Onions, garlic, cabbage require twice as much concentration, that is, 10 ml requires 4 ml of the product.
Instructions for use
To prepare the solution, it is necessary to dilute the insecticide with a small amount of water, and then dilute to the desired volume. In the treatment of domestic plants, 1 ml of Calypso insecticide is used per 2 liters of water.
Spraying plants should begin immediately, as soon as the first pests appeared. Processing can be carried out in any period of vegetation. When preparing the drug in accordance with the instructions to the bees, it will not cause harm. You can not spray plants if the weather is hot, as well as immediately after the rain, and before it starts in 2 hours. This is indicated by the "Calypso" (insecticide) instructions for use.
Compatibility
The drug "Calypso" can be combined with many growth regulators, insecticides and fumigators, with the exception of copper-containing and alkaline reactions. Check the compatibility of drugs before mixing them. So that pests do not develop immunity (resistance) to the drug, its use should be alternated with similar drugs.
Precautionary measures
Insecticide "Calypso" refers to hazardous substances, it is assigned the second hazard class. For birds and bees, it is low toxic, unlike aquatic organisms, and therefore it is impossible for the drug to get into water sources. Cattle cannot be grazed on the territory that they have just been treated, and it is impossible for the insecticide to get into animal feed. Treatment with the drug is best done in the morning or evening, when it is calm. This is indicated by the instructions for the insecticide "Calypso".
First aid
If the first signs of poisoning appear, such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, headaches, weakness, the victim should be removed from the area of action of the insecticide and changed. If the drug gets on the skin, it is removed with cotton or cloth, and the place of contact is washed with water.
That is, the means of "Calypso" (insecticide) use should be careful.
If they get into their eyes, they are washed with water and try not to close them. If the drug has been swallowed, you need to take activated charcoal, 4-5 tablets, drink plenty of water (a few glasses) and induce vomiting. After first aid has been provided, you should consult a doctor.
Storage
Calypso insecticide is stored in a dry place inaccessible to children and animals, and also away from medicines, feed and food. Storage temperature from -5 to +30 ° . At the expiration date, the product is not subject to use.