The TAVA (ethephon, 480 g/l) preparation belongs to plant growth regulators and is intended for use in agriculture. It is used to control plant growth, which may contribute to improving crop quality and increasing its resistance to adverse conditions. The preparation is used on various crops, including wheat and barley. TAVA is produced by the company TOV "Defenda" in Ukraine. The preparation has registration number 12597 and was registered on 02.09.2019. This indicates its compliance with established quality and safety standards for agricultural use. The application of TAVA allows managing physiological processes in plants, which may contribute to more efficient use of resources such as water and nutrients. This is especially important under drought or insufficient mineral fertilizer conditions, when it is necessary to maintain a high level of agricultural crop productivity.