Brunka fungicide: method of application, reviews and effectiveness of pest control

For more than 10 years, the new generation fungicide Brunka has been successfully used in agriculture, attracting with its simple method of application, excellent reviews and reasonable prices. The three active components included in its composition provide multifunctional action against fungi and pests.

The drug has the properties of an insecticide and fungicide, which makes it a powerful means of comprehensive plant protection. Brunka is intended for the treatment of fruit and ornamental trees and vineyards.

Chemical composition of the drug

Each of the components contained in Brunka fungicide has unique characteristics.

Lambda-cyhalothrin is a contact insecticide effective against a wide range of pests, including mites. Its mechanism of action is based on suppressing the functions of the nervous system when it enters the insect’s body.

Imidacloprid belongs to a class of synthetic neonicotinoids. Once in the body of pests, they have a paralytic effect on their nervous system and suppress the digestive function. Maximum activity of the substance is observed 3-5 days after treatment. The duration of the protective effect lasts quite a long time - about a month. Does not cause resistance.

Aluminum phosphide is an inorganic substance that, when interacting with water, forms aluminum hydroxide and hydrogen phosphide. Phosphine has a toxic effect on the nervous and respiratory systems of insects. Phosphine resistance may develop in some pest species.

Features of the action

Brunka fungicide, thanks to the combined action of three elements, has the properties of an insectoacaricide with a high ability to penetrate the body of insects. And the contact action of lambda-cyhalothrin protects the leaves from caterpillars and larvae.

During the breakdown of the active compounds of the drug Brunka, microelements such as phosphorus, aluminum and copper are released, which serve to stimulate plant development.

The components of Brunka fungicide are activated at different ambient temperatures:

• for lambda-cygalotropin, 2 degrees Celsius is enough;
• imidacloprid begins to act at 6 degrees Celsius;
• The decomposition of aluminum phosphide begins upon contact with moisture and accelerates with increasing temperature.

Considering these features of the fungicide, the best temperature range for spraying will be 12-20 degrees.

Important! For spraying with Brunka, the instructions for use recommend sunny, dry weather.

What is special about the drug?

In order to understand the essence of the action of this remedy, it is necessary to understand its component parts. Brunka contains three active ingredients:

• lambda-cyhalothrin;
• imidacloprid;
• aluminum phosphide.

The combination of these three components helps the drug effectively cope with various types of pests as an insecticide, with fungal diseases of crops as a fungicide, and also has a suppressive effect on the microflora of moss, which prevents its further development.

Since these active ingredients have different minimum temperatures of action, this must be taken into account and treatment must be carried out at the optimal temperature for all components of the drug - not lower than 12 degrees and not higher than 20 degrees.

The most important component of the product is phosphorous acid; thanks to its action, the active components penetrate into plant tissue, as well as into laid pest eggs, into hibernating hibernating individuals and into fungal formations at the cellular level. This occurs within 20-30 minutes after treatment.

It is phosphorous acid that makes the Brunka preparation special, with such lightning-fast action and provides effective plant protection throughout the entire period of action. Thanks to the contact action, crops are also protected from the outside. In contrast to the characteristics of the treated crops, the duration of the drug can vary between 30 and 40 days.

Brunka fungicide is necessary for treating ornamental and fruit trees, grapes and berry bushes in accordance with the instructions for its use.

Number of treatments

Two sprays with Brunka per season are enough for effective plant protection:

• the first is carried out in early spring, before the buds have time to open;
• the second - in late autumn, when the plant is preparing for winter.

Sometimes, if the trees are very neglected, another treatment with Brunka is allowed. It is usually carried out after flowering has ended. To minimize the harm caused to plants, when spraying again, the dosage of the drug is halved.

The commercial form of release of Brunka fungicide, depending on the method of application and price, is a soluble concentrate with the following volume:

• 30 ml;
• 150 ml;
• 350 ml.

This packaging is very convenient for summer residents and amateur gardeners, but farmers need significant volumes. The cost of the smallest package of Brunka fungicide is 100 rubles. For basic treatments, the dose of the substance is 30 ml per bucket of water. First, a measured amount of the drug is dissolved in a small amount of water, then the mixture is diluted to the required volume. The prepared working solution can be stored for no more than a day. Remains of used substance must be disposed of.

Instructions for use of Brunka fungicide

Brunka fungicide can be used to get rid of a wide variety of parasites and fungal pathogens. When spraying, you must follow important rules:

1. Treatments with a fungicidal agent are carried out in dry weather at a temperature not lower than 12 °C. Cold and dampness reduce the beneficial effect of the drug and shorten the duration of the protective effect.
2. Spraying for most crops is carried out twice per season. The first treatment is carried out in early spring, before flowering begins, and the second in mid- or late autumn, during the preparation of the plant for winter.
3. If the fruit crop is severely damaged by pests, or fungal symptoms persist on the leaves and stems, it is allowed to carry out emergency spraying. It is performed immediately after the buds have faded, but the volume of concentrate when preparing the working solution is halved.
4. Plantings are processed in the evening after sunset. In hot weather and in bright daylight, do not spray the plants, as burns may remain on the leaves.

When preparing a solution, the concentrate in the required volume is first diluted with a small amount of water to obtain a master mixture. After this, the fungicide is added with the remaining liquid according to the instructions and mixed thoroughly again.

Attention! The drug must be used at a time, since it can be stored in its finished form for no more than two days.

How to use Brunka fungicide for grapes

Brunka helps get rid of mites on grapes and wood-boring beetles, and also serves as a prevention of the fungal disease mildew. The working solution is prepared at the rate of 20 ml of concentrate per bucket of water.

In case of weak pest infestation, spraying is carried out twice from spring to autumn. If there are a lot of parasites or signs of fungus appear, you can perform four treatments. The intervals between them must be at least 30 days.

How to spray strawberries with Brunka fungicide

Brunka protects not only fruit trees, but also berry bushes from pests and diseases. The solution for strawberries is prepared according to the standard algorithm - about 20 ml of concentrate is stirred in 10 liters of water until completely homogeneous. For the first time, the bushes are sprayed just before flowering, and then three more treatments are carried out at monthly intervals. If the first use of the drug gives a good effect, you can limit yourself to using the fungicide twice in spring and autumn.

The drug Brunka helps with whitefly, leaf beetle and aphids on strawberries, as well as with late blight and scab

How to use Brunka fungicide for apple and pear trees

It is recommended to use an insecticidal and fungicidal preparation to treat apple and pear trees against scale insects, moths, mites and aphids. The drug is also used to prevent moniliosis or to treat the disease in the early stages.

The solution is prepared according to the standard procedure. About 20 ml of concentrate is diluted in 10 liters of liquid, mixed thoroughly and sprayed 2-4 times per season, depending on the condition of the fruit trees.

Application of Brunka fungicide for cherries, plums and peaches

The drug can be used to eliminate scale insects, aphids and gray bud weevil on cherries, peaches and plums. The first treatment is carried out in early spring, then, if necessary, it is repeated 1-3 times at intervals of 30-35 days. Mix 20 ml of liquid fungicide in a bucket of water.

The drug can be used, among other things, to protect fruit crops from coccomycosis, clasterosporiosis and leaf curl. Brunka has a good healing effect on cherries and apricots.

Advantages of the drug

The advantages of Brunka fungicide are:

• complex impact with a wide spectrum;
• destruction of wintering pests;
• blocking germinating spores of pathogenic mycelium;
• the absence of harmful decomposition products that have a detrimental effect on trees and fruits;
• release of useful microelements during decay, acting as foliar feeding;
• a small number of treatments, unlike other drugs;
• lack of herbicidal properties and severe burns of foliage;
• weak degree of coloring compared to other substances;
• Possibility of use at the initial stage of bud opening.

The drug Brunka also has some disadvantages:

• it has a slight coloring effect, but to a lesser extent than other drugs;
• The fungicide is quite expensive, although its price is justified.

It has also been noted that the Brunka fungicide, according to reviews, slows down the blossoming of leaves for a short time, but in the future this factor is quickly compensated.

Safety regulations

Brunka fungicide is a drug of moderate toxicity to humans and animals, so handling it requires special care:

• Direct contact with the substance should be avoided;
• it can only be transported in a hermetically sealed container;
• when spraying trees, the presence of children and animals in the immediate vicinity of the site is not allowed;
• containers that were used to prepare a working solution of Brunka fungicide and subsequent spraying cannot be used for other purposes;
• Before starting work, you need to check the serviceability of the sprayer;
• When preparing the solution and processing plants, it is necessary to use personal protective equipment - rubber boots and gloves, a respirator, goggles, a work coat or overalls.

When treating plants with Brunka fungicide, it is important to choose the right time:

• Spraying should be carried out in the morning or evening;
• if the treatment is carried out during the daytime, you need to choose a cloudy day - in hot weather the solution quickly evaporates, and its toxic fumes saturate the surrounding air;
• It is not recommended to spray in windy weather.

Terms and conditions of storage

The drug Brunka must be used within two years from the date of production. The insectoacaricide should be stored in a dark and dry place in a tightly closed bottle at temperatures up to 26 °C. It is necessary to ensure that children and animals do not have free access to the drug, since the product can be harmful to health.

Brunka fungicide is not recommended to be kept near food and medicines

Protective measures after processing

Certain recommendations should be followed after spraying is completed:

• remove protective clothing and equipment and take a shower;
• only after this can you smoke or eat;
• It is useful to drink a glass of milk to neutralize some of the toxins that have entered the body;
• drinking alcohol can enhance the effect of poisons;
• You can start working in the garden only three days after treatment.

Reviews from gardeners

Numerous positive reviews confirm the high effectiveness of Brunka.

Anna Vinogradova, 50 years old, Yaroslavl

Last season we decided to listen to the feedback and test the Brunka fungicide. What attracted me most was the mention of a small number of treatments. Indeed, the description of the drug did not deceive. From the first spraying, the number of pests noticeably decreased, for which 2-3 treatments were previously carried out. The seedlings slowed down a little in their development, but then began to grow together. In the fall, we carried out another treatment. The drug Brunka did not disappoint our expectations.

Grushevitsky Vladimir, 57 years old, Voronezh

I heard about the product from an amateur gardener I know and highly praised the Brunka fungicide. I decided to check it out, although I doubted its particular effectiveness. However, I was amazed by the effect of the drug. From the very first day after spraying I noticed an improvement in the condition of the fruit trees. I thought that in a week I would have to repeat the treatment, but there were no traces of any pests. Excellent result.

Vishenkova Margarita, 48 years old, Podolsk

I have been using Brunka for two years now. In early spring I treated the trees and grapes. The product is indeed very effective against fungal diseases and pests. Despite the rather high price, it justifies all the costs and saves time, since only two treatments are necessary. An additional bonus is foliar feeding, which is provided when the active substances decompose.

Slivkin Alexey, 62 years old, Saratov

The new generation of fungicides is highly effective. These include the drug Brunka. Just two treatments with this product help get rid of fruit pests and diseases for the entire season. As it breaks down, it provides trees with useful microelements.

Analogs

You can protect your garden from pests using other insecticides. Gardeners use the following to treat fruit trees:

1. Dnok. An insectofungicide is used to treat berry and ornamental shrubs and fruit trees against wintering insect species. Consumption 50 g per 10 liters of water.
2. Nitrafen. Triple action fungicide. It has acaricidal, fungicidal and insecticidal properties. Grapes and fruit trees are treated against pests. Spraying is carried out in early spring and late autumn. Consumption 200 ml per 10 liters of water.