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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Mixing: Add the required amount of Boomer Systemic Fungicide to the spray tank containing half the required volume of water. Complete filling while stirring or agitating. Ensure that the spray mixture is properly suspended before restarting after stoppage.

Addition of Wetting Agent: Add 20mL of a 1000g/L surfactant per 100 litres spray mixture to improve the distribution of the spray on hard-to-wet plants.

APPLICATION

1. TREE AND VINE CROPS

   Dilute Spraying:

   • Use a sprayer designed to apply high volumes of water up to the point of run-off and matched to the stage of growth of the crop being sprayed.
   • Calibrate 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 specialist 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, sprayer calibration, and operation may all need to be changed as the crop grows.

   Concentrate Spraying:

   • Use a sprayer designed and calibrated for concentrate spraying (i.e., a sprayer that applies water volumes less than those required to reach the point of run-off) and matched to the stage of the crop being sprayed.

   • Calibrate 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 spraying can then be calculated in the following way:

     Example only

     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 10mL/100 L, then the concentrate rate becomes 3 x 10, that is 30mL/100 L of concentrate spray.

   • The chosen spray volume, the 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.

2. OTHER CROPS

   High Volume (Dilute Spraying): Apply in sufficient water to thoroughly wet the crop to the point of run-off. The water volume should increase as the crop size and bulk increase. Where a range of rates is specified, use the higher rate when disease pressure is high.

   Low Volume (Concentrate Spraying): Where a rate per hectare (ha) is specified, apply only in sufficient water to ensure thorough even coverage of all plant parts. Where a range of rates is specified, use the higher rate when disease pressure is high. Where no rate per hectare is specified, the rate per hectare should be based on that which would be applied per hectare if high volume (dilute) application was used.

FUNGICIDE RESISTANCE STRATEGY

GROUP 1 FUNGICIDE Boomer Systemic Fungicide is a member of the Benzimidazole group of fungicides. For fungicide resistance management, Boomer Systemic Fungicide is a Group A fungicide. Some naturally occurring individual fungi resistant to Boomer Systemic Fungicide and other Group A fungicides may exist through normal genetic variability in any fungal population. The resistant individuals can eventually dominate the fungi population if these fungicides are used repeatedly. These resistant fungi will not be controlled by Boomer Systemic Fungicide and other Group A 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, Sipcam Pacific Australia Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of Boomer Systemic Fungicide to control resistant fungi.

EXPORT OF TREATED PRODUCE Growers should note that suitable MRL’s or import tolerances may not be established in all markets for product treated with Boomer. If you are growing produce for export, please check with Sipcam for the latest information on MRL’s and import tolerances BEFORE using Boomer SC Fungicide.

COMPATIBILITY As formulations of other manufacturers' products are beyond the control of Sipcam Pacific Australia Pty Ltd, all mixtures should be tested prior to mixing commercial quantities.

PROTECTION OF LIVESTOCK Boomer is of low toxicity to bees.

PROTECTION OF CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER NON-TARGET PLANTS Drift Warning - DO NOT apply under meteorological conditions or from spraying equipment that could be expected to cause drift onto nearby plants and adjacent crops or crop-lands.

PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEANS, AND ENVIRONMENT DO NOT contaminate streams, rivers, or waterways with the chemical or used containers.

PRECAUTION Keep away from foodstuffs.

RE-ENTRY PERIOD Do not allow entry into treated areas until the spray has dried unless wearing cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and chemical-resistant 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 the area has been thoroughly ventilated.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Store in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight. Triple rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to the spray tank. Do not dispose of undiluted chemicals on site. If recycling, replace the cap and return clean containers to the recycler or designated collection point. If not recycling, break, crush, or puncture and deliver empty packaging to an approved waste management facility. If an approved waste management facility is not available, bury the empty packaging 500 mm below the surface in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose, clear of waterways, desirable vegetation, and tree roots, in compliance with relevant local, state, or territory government regulations. Do not burn empty containers or product.

Refillable containers Empty contents fully into application equipment. Close all valves and return to the point of supply for refill or storage.