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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

MIXING Add the required amount of AC Akko 970 to the full volume of water in the spray or mixing tank with the agitator in operation. Ensure that the granules are completely dissolved before spraying.

APPLICATION Good pest control requires even, thorough coverage of the target area. Application should be made using appropriate spray equipment and sufficient water to provide adequate penetration and coverage. Equipment settings and water volume may need to vary, depending on the growth stage of the crop.

Application Instructions for All Crops excluding Macadamias and Bananas By Ground Where spray volume equals or exceeds 1000 L/ha use the appropriate Rate per 100 L water, as specified in the “High Volume” column of the Directions for Use table. Where spray volume is less than 1000 L/ha use Rate per hectare, as specified in the “Low Volume” column of the Directions for Use table.

Aerial Application Apply in a minimum of 20 L of water per hectare, using the appropriate rate per hectare, as specified in the “Low Volume” column of the Directions for Use table.

Application Instructions for Bananas Refer to Critical Comments section of Directions for Use Table for full details on method of application.

Special Instructions for Macadamias Dilute Spraying

• Use a sprayer designed to apply high volumes of water up to the point of run-off and matched to the crop being sprayed.

• Set up and operate the sprayer to achieve even coverage throughout the crop canopy. Apply sufficient water to cover the crop to point of run-off. Avoid excessive run-off.

• The required water volume may be determined by applying different test volumes, using different settings on the sprayer, from industry guidelines or expert advice.

• Add the amount of product specified in the Directions for Use table for each 100 L of water. Spray to the point of run-off.

• The required dilute spray volume will change and the sprayer set up and operation may also need to be changed, as the crop grows.

Concentrate Spraying

• Use a sprayer designed and set up for concentrate spraying (that is a sprayer which applies water volumes less than those required to reach the point of run-off) and matched to the crop being sprayed.

• Set up and operate the sprayer to achieve even coverage throughout the crop canopy using your chosen water volume.

• Determine an appropriate dilute spray volume (See Dilute spraying above) for the crop canopy. This is needed to calculate the concentrate mixing rate.

• This mixing rate for concentrate spraying can then be calculated in the following way:

  1. Dilute spray volume as determined above: For example 1500 L/ha

  2. Your chosen concentrate spray volume: For example 500 L/ha

  3. The concentration factor in this example is: 3 x (i.e. 1500 L ÷ 500 L = 3)

  4. If the dilute label rate is 50 g/100 L, then the concentrate rate becomes 3 x 50, that is 150 g/100 L of concentrate spray.

• The chosen spray volume, amount of product per 100 L of water, and the sprayer set up and operation may need to be changed as the crop grows.

• For further information on concentrate spraying, users are advised to consult relevant industry guidelines, undertake appropriate competency training and follow industry Best Practices.

COMPATIBILITY AC Akko 970 may be mixed in the spray vat with copper fungicide. A mixture of AC Akko 970 with other products may be ineffective or may cause serious damage and hence is not recommended.

EXPORT OF TREATED PRODUCE Growers should note that MRLs or import tolerances do not exist in all markets for edible produce treated with AC Akko 970 Insecticide. If you are growing edible produce for export, please check with Axichem for the latest information on MRLs and import tolerances BEFORE using AC Akko 970 Insecticide.

Re-Entry Period DO NOT allow entry into, or perform agronomic practices in, treated areas until the spray deposits have dried. When prior entry is necessary, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist and elbow length PVC gloves. Clothing must be laundered after each day’s use. For glasshouses and other confined areas, DO NOT re-enter until spray deposits have dried and area has been thoroughly ventilated.

PROTECTION OF CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER NON-TARGET PLANTS

• Bananas: Use as a bell injection or bunch spray during the wet season may result in some damage to banana hands.

• Ornamentals: AC Akko 970 may cause foliage damage to certain shrubs and trees, eg. Crab apple, Cotton wood, Lombardy poplar and American elm. DO NOT spray more than once every 28 days on Carnations and Chrysanthemums. Certain chrysanthemum varieties, eg. Showoff, Iceberg, Albatross, Bonnie Jean and Statesman have, on occasions, been damaged by AC Akko 970.

PROTECTION OF LIVESTOCK Harmful to bees - DO NOT apply during active foraging of bees and avoid spraying at flowering time. Avoid spray drift from target area. DO NOT contaminate feed or foodstuffs.

PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEANS AND ENVIRONMENT DO NOT contaminate streams, rivers or waterways with this product or the used container.

DRIFT WARNING DO NOT apply in weather conditions, or from spraying equipment, which could be expected to cause spray to drift onto adjacent crops, crop lands, pasture or livestock.