Top 10 remedies for the Colorado potato beetle

The Colorado potato beetle gives a headache to many gardeners who want to harvest a rich harvest of potatoes. This pest has to face constantly, it quickly gets used to chemicals. Not surprisingly, manufacturers are trying to offer the most effective ways to deal with an unwanted guest. The difficulty gives the possibility of beetle to winter in the ground, appearing during the yield. Moreover, in nature he has no enemies.

On the market are drugs of narrow and wide specialization. The first act against a certain type of Colorado potato beetle. The latter have a complex effect on various parasites, affecting the wireworm, aphids, etc. In the ranking of the top 10, we collected drugs from both groups, considering the active substances. They were considered effective buyers, as evidenced by multiple reviews.

Top 10 best funds from the Colorado potato beetle

10 Fitoderm

Opens the ranking of the best Fitoverm - insecticide new generation. However, it is impossible to call it modern, the drug was distributed in the 90s. Nowadays, it does not lose relevance. Unlike potent chemicals, the formula does not have a harmful effect on nature. It affects most known garden pests. It is based on animal materials. They are also dangerous, but can not be compared in toxicity with toxic counterparts.

One of the main advantages of Fitoverm is compatibility with insecticides, growth regulators, fungicides. It is forbidden to use it only with those drugs that are alkaline. It is easy to check the interaction: if, after mixing, Fitoverm precipitates, it is not combined with the agent. In the reviews, the drug is called effective, but warned that it would take several treatments. Colorado potato beetle eggs are not affected. Adults die within 7-8 hours.

9 Spark Gold

The basis of the Spark Gold is imidacloprid, which causes paralysis of the nervous system through direct interaction. The manufacturer offers two options: powder and concentrate. They are bred in water. The advantage of the poison is instant action. The formula is supplemented with potash fertilizer, which helps to restore the damaged plant. The chemical is not afraid of high temperatures, it quickly disintegrates in water and soil. It is not dangerous for humans. The composition is supplemented with cypermethrin, it affects the nervous system.

The most impressive results appear in the first hours after use. The properties of the poison persist for several weeks. She is distributed throughout the plant, the concentration is the same everywhere. The composition is not washed off by rain, does not accumulate in tubers. They can process plants at home and on the street. Its counterpart is the more expensive Confidor, however, the effectiveness of the latter is slightly higher.

8 Beetle bug

Tool 3 in 1 Beetle does not leave a chance to the Colorado potato beetle at any stage of development: eggs, larvae, adults. The formula accumulates in the leaves and stems, without affecting the tubers.When eating plants pests paralyzes. The basis is alpha-cypermethrin, it is he who acts on the nervous system. Poison begins to work in the first 60 minutes after application. The chemical has a safety class of 2, it does not harm people and animals. The formula is supplemented with clothianidin, which is permanently stored in the leaves.

Judging by the reviews, you need to carefully choose the time and weather conditions to combat the scourge. Outside there should be no wind and rain. Formula is very afraid of rain. If you treat the plants during the growing season, the result is enough for the whole season. Do not wait for an instant effect, the maximum result is visible the next day. Poison has contraindications: causes attacks in asthmatics, the smell is extremely unpleasant.

7 Rofatox Colorado

Colorado Rofatox is a systemic insecticide that penetrates the roots into the vascular system of a plant, killing all the insects that eat it. The formula for a long time remains in leaves and stalks, has high concentration of a poison. This prolongs the protection of the garden. The composition paralyzes the nervous system of the Colorado potato beetle at any stage of development. Unlike most drugs that need to be diluted in water, this one is ready for use. However, it is expensive, one pack is enough for a garden up to 3 acres.

The manufacturer claims that the tool has no analogues in Russia, since the formula attracts pests. She copes not only with beetles, but also with the wireworm, the bear. Buyers in the reviews call the product effective, and the manufacturer - proven. He obtained the necessary certificates of quality. The drug does not act immediately, it needs from days to several days. It does not affect eggs, therefore it is required to process plants at least twice.

6 Imidor VRK

Imidor VRK combines three important advantages: economy, low cost, efficiency. The tool is designed to combat pests, it is not addictive. The result is visible within 24 hours. The manufacturer says that it is enough to cultivate the land once a season, one sachet is enough for 10 acres. The formula is supplemented with ingredients that accelerate the development of plants. The best effect is manifested in the initial phases of the growth of vegetables. The drug coats the tubers, acting only on their surface. He has 3 class of danger, he kills bees and other beneficial insects.

In the reviews recommend to pay special attention to the technique of application and be careful. Poison can not be sprayed near water, burn and throw away. From the composition it smells strongly of chemistry, even hurts the eyes. But the Colorado potato beetle dies within a few minutes. Most buyers use the drug more than once a season, saying that it is not enough for such a long time.

5 Commander

Commander is one of the most budget, with effective means. It helps against the Colorado potato beetle, whitefly, aphid, wireworm. The basis of the formula is imidacloprid - a strong organic poison. The drug comes in bottles and ampoules of different sizes, the manufacturer does not force to buy a huge jar. The formula has systemic activity, quickly penetrates the leaves of the treated plants. It spreads through the branches, reaches the top. If the beetle bites such a plant, it will lose the ability to move, and in a few hours will die. The composition is great for fighting adults and larvae.

The advantage of the Commander is to use in all weather conditions. Of course, it is better that the chemical does not fall into the water. The formula for action is different from most organophosphate insecticides, the risk of getting used to it is much lower. The active ingredients stimulate the growth of plants, increase their resistance to parasites.

4 Aktara

Aktara is one of the best tools for ground use.The drug is not washed off by rain, remains effective at high and low temperatures. The formula increases the activity of proteins in plants, quickly penetrates into the leaves. She begins to work after half an hour after spraying. The composition affects the digestive functions of the Colorado potato beetle. They eat the processed greens and die within 24 hours. Aktar allowed to put under the roots, then the protection will last a month.

The manufacturer has thought out the release form: there is a liquid concentrate and granules. The last ones are packed in bags of 4 grams, one is enough to process the greenhouse. The reviews indicate the lack of complete information about the product on the package, although it is available on the Internet. Buyers do not recommend starting a fight with the Colorado potato beetle in windy weather, the formula damages water bodies and beneficial insects. Pleases the shelf life of the drug: as much as 4 years. At the same time it is spent economically.

3 Tanrek 100 ml

Tanrek is one of the best insecticides that works against the Colorado potato beetle, pests on flowers, bushes, trees, helps even from the locust. The manufacturer has confirmed the quality of certificates of compliance with three international standards. The formula does not have a negative effect on plants, according to promises, does not cause addiction in beetles. The main advantage is the longest protective action, which does not change at high temperatures and rain. It is enough to treat the garden once to forget about the pests for the season.

In the reviews, the poison is called strong, they talk about the convenience of using the remedy against all problems. Visible results occur several hours after application. The drug is sold in ampoules, it is diluted in ordinary water, the consistency is easy to control. However, the poison is potent, it should not fall on the skin and mucous membranes.

2 Ecokiller

Ecokiller, as the name implies, uses the power of natural ingredients against the Colorado potato beetle. The drug is 100% diatomite. The latter is a mountain siege in which algae shells remain. The formula is contact, kills parasites when it hits them. It instantly causes damage to the outer layer, has the best speed. The composition works against beetles and wireworm, inhibits the development of fungi and mold. The manufacturer says about increasing yields, helping plants.

In order to be effective, the pest must run over the powder. Therefore, it should be generously scattered throughout the garden. If the contact has occurred, there is no chance of surviving the Colorado potato beetle. The reviews write about the lack of stability, which often occurs when using chemistry. The manufacturer says that nature does not provide protection against the destructive effects of diatomite. Although it is safe for people and animals.

1 Prestige

Prestige is a modern water-soluble concentrate, which is the best for the fight against the Colorado potato beetle and its larvae. The drug copes well with aphids, whitefly, wireworm. It has a system and contact action, is not afraid of rain. Solution needs to be processed leaves, then the structure will quickly get into a plant. This explains the long-term action. The formula does not lose efficiency in the heat, it is easy to use. The manufacturer claims that it is enough to treat the garden once a season, the pests will not return.

The reviews say that there is no smell, mentioning the most delicate formula (as far as possible with chemicals).However, repeated treatment is necessary against the Colorado potato beetle, especially if the neighboring garden is located nearby. The ampoule is diluted with ordinary water; a fine solution is obtained. The leaves must be wetted abundantly, the poison ends quickly. Rinse mouth after use.

Popular vote - who is the best producer of funds from the Colorado potato beetle?
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Bayer (Prestige)

Production Company KVANT (Ekokiller)

August (Tanrek, Beetroot)

Green Pharmacy Gardener (Aktara)

Technoexport (Commander)

Schelkovo Agrohim (Imidor VRK)

Cuts (Rofatox Colorado)

Spark

Farmiomed (Fitoverm)

Total voted: 13

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