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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Mixing

Fill the spray vat with good quality water. With the agitation system operating, pour the required quantity of Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide into the spray vat in a steady stream. DO NOT pre-mix Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide with water prior to adding to the spray vat. If other pesticides are being used, fully mix the Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide in the spray tank before adding other products. Always add and mix the Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide first. Sprays containing Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide should be used within 3 hours of preparation and they should be agitated continuously during this period.

WETTING AGENTS

The addition of a wetting agent is required when Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide is applied to Brassicas, Faba Beans, Peas and Onions, irrespective of the method of application. The addition of a wetting agent is also required when Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide is applied as a concentrate spray or by aircraft. Add a wetting agent at label rates when suitable for these purposes irrespective of the spray volume applied. Where a wetting agent is not required for Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide, one may be added if required for other pesticides.

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 the 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 100L 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. The mixing rate for concentrate can then be calculated in the following way:

EXAMPLE ONLY

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

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

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

4. If the dilute label rate is 130g/100L, then the concentrate rate becomes 3 x 130, that is 390g/100L of concentrate spray.

The chosen spray volume, amount of product per 100L 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.

DECIDUOUS FRUIT

Apply as a dilute or up to 2 times concentrate spray. Apply with an air blast spray calibrated to deliver the required spray volume based on PLANT ROW VOLUME and the following SPRAY VOLUME FACTORS: 75 for trees bare of foliage; 100 for trees of low foliage density. The equipment should be adjusted so that the spray is evenly distributed through the trees. Preferably apply using a sprayer fitted with cone nozzles. Concentrate sprays should only be applied with sprayers specifically designed for this purpose.

CITRUS AND LYCHEES

Apply only as a dilute spray. The spray equipment should be calibrated to deliver the required spray volume based on PLANT ROW VOLUME and the following SPRAY VOLUME FACTORS: 200 for trees of low foliage density; 250 for trees of moderate foliage density; 300 for trees of high foliage density. Citrus and lychee canopies are difficult to penetrate and application using an oscillating boom sprayer is preferred to application using an air blast sprayer. If an air-blast sprayer is used, ensure that it is opening the canopy to permit entry of the spray to the interior of the tree. Spray equipment should be adjusted so that the spray is evenly distributed throughout the trees.

AVOCADOS AND MANGOES

Apply as a dilute or up to 3 times concentrate spray. The spray equipment should be calibrated to deliver the required spray volume based on PLANT ROW VOLUME and the following SPRAY VOLUME FACTORS: 75 for trees of low foliage density; 100 for trees of moderate foliage density; 125 for trees of high foliage density. The equipment should be adjusted so that the spray is evenly distributed through the trees. Preferably apply with a sprayer fitted with cone nozzles. Concentrate sprays should only be applied with sprayers specifically designed for this purpose.

VINES

Apply sufficient volume to wet all leaf surfaces to the point of runoff. Apply as a medium to fine spray preferably using cone nozzles. Air-blast sprayers are recommended for application to vines with very dense foliage.

WALNUTS

Apply only as a dilute spray. Apply sufficient volume to thoroughly wet blossoms, nutlets and foliage. Fine sprays are recommended for optimum results. Air-blast sprayers are suitable for young plantings, but very large mature trees may require hand direct sprays to ensure adequate coverage of their upper branches.

TOBACCO SEED BEDS

Apply only as a dilute spray. Apply sufficient volume to thoroughly saturate the seedlings. Apply as a medium to fine spray directed by hand; a knapsack is suitable for this purpose.

VEGETABLES

General

1. Thorough coverage of the plant is essential for maximum effectiveness. To achieve thorough coverage:

2. Spray volumes need to be increased as the plants grow.

3. The configuration of the sprayer may need to be altered as the plants grow and change shape.

4. The coverage provided by the sprayer should be checked prior to each application and adjusted if necessary. This should only be done with water plus any wetting agent required.

Dilute Sprays Apply using a sprayer fitted with cone nozzles operated at pressures that produce a MEDIUM to FINE spray. The following volumes per SPRAYED HECTARE are suggested as a guide since the required volumes will vary with foliage density and size of the plants.

• Carrots, Parsnips, Potatoes, Silverbeet, Spinach: 400 litres on plants up to 10cm tall, increasing to 1000 to 1200 litres on mature plants.

• Cucurbits, Lettuce: 400 litres on plants up to 10 leaves, increasing to 1000 to 1200 litres on mature plants.

• Brassicas, Trellis Tomatoes: 400 litres on plants up to 10 leaves, increasing to 1200 to 1500 litres on mature plants.

• Beans, Capsicums, Celery, Faba Beans, French Beans, Peas, Rhubarb, Bush Tomatoes: 400 litres on plants up to 15cm tall, increasing to 1000 to 1200 litres on mature plants.

• Red Beet: 400 litres on plants up to 8 leaves, increasing to around 800 litres on mature plants.

Concentrate Sprays Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide may be applied to vegetables at lower volumes than those specified for dilute application, provided the CONCENTRATION of Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide is INCREASED in inverse proportion to the reduction in volume from the specified dilute volume. EXAMPLE: If the spray volume is half the specified dilute volume, Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide should be applied at double the dilute rate. Spray volumes for concentrate sprays should not be less than 1/3 of the equivalent dilute volume. Thus spray concentrations should not exceed 3 times the dilute concentration. Apply using a sprayer fitted with cone nozzles operated at pressures that produce a FINE spray. Refer to VEGETABLES; DILUTE SPRAYS for dilute volumes.

Rhubarb Dip See the storage and disposal instructions for details on dip disposal.

Application By Ground Rig Apply as a fine spray in a minimum of 250L of water per ha. May be applied with hydraulic nozzles or fan-assisted rotary atomizers If hydraulic nozzles are used, cone nozzles are preferred to fan nozzles. Avoid application in very windy conditions or when the temperature and humidity cause rapid drying.

Application By Aircraft Apply in a minimum of 20L of water per ha. May be applied with hydraulic nozzles or rotary atomizers operated to produce spray droplets of a FINE spray droplet size category. Avoid application in calm or very windy conditions or when the temperature and humidity cause rapid drying. To ensure good spray coverage, applications should ideally be made in a light crosswind.

FUNGICIDE RESISTANCE WARNING

GROUP M1 FUNGICIDE

Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide is a member of the M1 group of fungicides. For fungicide resistance management, the product is a Group M1 fungicide. Some naturally occurring individual fungi resistant to the product and other Group M1 fungicides may exist through normal genetic variability in any fungal population. The resistant individuals can eventually dominate the fungal population if these fungicides are used repeatedly. These resistant fungi will not be controlled by this product or other Group M1 fungicides, thus resulting in a reduction in efficacy and possible yield loss. Since the occurrence of resistant fungi is difficult to detect prior to use, AIRR Apparent Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of this product to control resistant fungi.

PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEANS AND ENVIRONMENT

DO NOT contaminate ponds, waterways or drains with Apparent Copper Hydroxide 400 WG Fungicide or used container.