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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: Antares 100 EC

Antares 100 EC is a contact and residual insecticide. It can be used as a protective treatment when applied at regular intervals or as a knockdown treatment to control existing larvae pests. Best results will be obtained by spraying at egg hatch. Thorough coverage is essential to ensure adequate control. Apply during the cooler parts of the day or night. The product can be applied mixed either with water or oil-based bulking agents such as DC-TRON Spraying Oil or compatible ULV products.

RESISTANCE WARNING

GROUP 3A INSECTICIDE: For insecticide resistance management, Antares 100 EC is a Group 3A Insecticide. Some naturally occurring insect biotypes resistant to Antares 100 EC and other Group 3A insecticides may exist through normal genetic variability in any insect population. The resistant individuals can eventually dominate the insect population if Antares 100 EC or other Group 3A insecticides are used repeatedly. The effectiveness of Antares 100 EC on resistant individuals could be significantly reduced. Since the occurrence of resistant individuals is difficult to detect prior to use, Colin Campbell (Chemicals) Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of Antares 100 EC to control resistant insects. Antares 100 EC may be subject to specific resistance strategies. For further information, contact your local supplier or agricultural department agronomist.

MIXING:

Low Volume and High Volume applications by ground or aircraft when Antares is applied with a water carrier. Add the required quantity of Antares 100 EC to water in the spray tank and mix thoroughly. Maintain agitation during mixing and application. Ultra-low Volume (ULV) applications by aircraft when Antares is applied with oil-based bulking agents. This product can be mixed with DC-Tron Spraying Oil or other compatible products (see compatibility section). First, add the mixing partner to the spray tank, with the agitator in motion, add the required quantity of Antares 100 to the spray tank. DO NOT mix with water and ensure that no water is in the spraying system.

COMPATIBILITY:

Antares 100 EC is compatible with mancozeb, fluazifop-P, dicofol, propargite, mepiquat, profenofos, dicamba, copper hydroxide, methomyl, methyl parathion EC, simazine, clethodim, dimethoate, paraquat, diquat, glyphosate, diflufenican, bromoxynil, chlorpyrifos, 2,4-D amine and ester, 2,4-DB, and MCPA.

APPLICATION:

Low volume and high volume by ground rig or aircraft when Antares 100 EC is applied with a water carrier. Antares 100 EC can be applied by ground or aircraft with a water carrier. Thorough coverage is essential to ensure adequate control. Always apply with a non-ionic surfactant unless detailed on the label of a tank mix partner. Apply during the cooler parts of the day or night. Ground Application (water carrier): For low volume spraying of field crops with ground rigs, use a total volume of 50-200L/ha except for sweet corn, tomatoes, and tobacco, where higher volumes should be used. Drop arms should be used on ground rigs in row crops taller than 300mm. The application should be made as a fine spray, preferably using hollow cone nozzles and a droplet size of 150-200 microns. Aerial Application (water carrier): DO NOT apply to trellis tomatoes by aircraft. Use at least 20L/ha of total spray volume. For spring/early summer applications to cereals, linola, canola, rice, and to other dense crops, apply a total spray volume of 30 to 35L/ha. If possible, spray in a crosswind. Avoid spraying in calm conditions or when the wind is light and variable in direction. Apply as a spray of 100-150 microns VMD. Ultra-low volume (ULV) application by aircraft: Antares 100 EC, mixed with DC-Tron spraying oil or compatible products should be applied in a minimum total spray volume of 1.5L/ha. The minimum application volume in cotton should be 3L/ha. It should only be applied by aircraft with suitable equipment to provide a droplet size of approximately 80-100 microns VMD. Applications should be made during the cooler parts of the day or at night. Avoid application in calm or very windy conditions. Preferably apply in light to moderate crosswinds.

PROTECTION OF LIVESTOCK:

Dangerous to bees. DO NOT spray on any plants in flower while bees are foraging.

PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEANS, AND THE ENVIRONMENT:

Dangerous to fish. DO NOT contaminate streams, rivers, or waterways with the chemical or the used container.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL:

Store in the closed, original container in a dry well-ventilated area, as cool as possible out of direct sunlight. Store in a locked room or place away from children, animals, food, and feedstuffs. Store in a cool dry well-ventilated place and avoid excessive heat. Do not store below 4ºC. Triple or (preferably) pressure rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to the spray tank. Do not dispose of undiluted chemicals on site. Break, crush, puncture, and bury empty containers in a local authority landfill. If not available bury the containers below 500mm in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, vegetation, and roots. Empty containers and product should not be burnt.

SAFETY DIRECTIONS:

Harmful if swallowed. Will irritate the eyes and skin. Facial skin contact may cause temporary facial numbness. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Avoid inhaling vapor or spray mist. When preparing spray wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, elbow-length PVC gloves, and face shield or goggles. If the product is in the eyes, wash it out immediately with water. After use and before eating, drinking, or smoking, wash hands, arms, and face thoroughly with soap and water. After each day’s use, wash gloves and face shield or goggles and contaminated clothing.