Tabu

Secure Early Growth: The Practical Value of "Tabu"

Successful crop establishment depends on what happens in the first few weeks after sowing. For farms focused on high yields of sugar beet, winter cereals, maize, or potatoes, protecting seedlings from soil-borne pests is a top priority. The insecticide seed treatment "Tabu" from ZAT «Avgust-Bel» is a systemic tool designed to safeguard crops during their most vulnerable stage.

How "Tabu" Works in the Field

"Tabu" is a suspension concentrate based on imidacloprid, a powerful neonicotinoid. Unlike contact-based defenses, this is a systemic product. Once the seed is treated and sown, the active ingredient is absorbed into the germinating plant, creating an internal barrier. When pests like wireworms, cereal flies, leafhoppers, or flea beetles attempt to feed on the emerging sprout, they are effectively controlled before causing irreversible damage.

Field Application Scenarios

• Winter Crops: Essential for protecting winter wheat and barley against cereal flies and leafhoppers during the critical autumn growth phase.
• Row Crops: Used on maize and sugar beet to mitigate the risks posed by soil-dwelling pests, which can drastically reduce plant stand in spring.
• Potatoes: Provides early-season protection against the Colorado potato beetle, ensuring robust initial development.

With an application rate of over 4.0 L/t, "Tabu" is an efficient choice for fields with high pest pressure. Classified as toxicity class 3 and requiring only one application, it streamlines planting operations. Since the protection is systemic, it remains active throughout the development of the root system and primary leaves, providing a buffer that gives the crop a head start. For agronomists managing large-scale operations, "Tabu" serves as a reliable insurance policy against the need for costly replanting.