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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Mite Control Strategy:

• Limit application to once per season (or year for ornamentals) to prevent mite resistance.
• For orchards with European red mite issues, recommend a green tip spray of dormant oil for winter egg control, followed by Apollo as directed.
• Apollo has no adverse effects on predatory mites and can be part of an Integrated Pest Management program.
• Tank-mix Apollo with a registered knockdown miticide in bananas, hops, and ornamentals as a resistance management strategy.

Resistance Warning:

• Cobra is a Group 4A insecticide.
• Warns of naturally occurring insect biotypes resistant to Cobra and other Group 4A insecticides.
• Overuse may lead to resistant individuals dominating the insect population, reducing Cobra's effectiveness.
• Difficult to detect resistant individuals before use; no liability for losses due to Cobra's failure to control resistant insects.

Export Considerations:

• Check with Colin Campbell (Chemicals) Pty Ltd for the latest information on Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) and export tolerances before using Cobra for fruit intended for export.

Mixing / Application:

• Shake container vigorously before pouring.
• Add Cobra 480SC to water in the spray vat while stirring or with agitators in motion.

Dilute Spraying:

• Use a sprayer designed for high water volumes.
• Achieve even coverage throughout the crop canopy, applying sufficient water to cover the crop to the point of run-off.
• Determine water volume using industry guidelines or expert advice.
• Add the specified amount of Cobra per 100L of water and spray to the point of run-off.
• Adjust spray volume and operation as the crop grows.

Concentrate Spraying:

• Use a sprayer designed for concentrate spraying.
• Achieve even coverage throughout the crop canopy with the chosen water volume.
• Determine dilute spray volume for the crop canopy to calculate the concentrate mixing rate.
• Calculate mixing rate using the concentration factor.
  • Example: Dilute spray volume 1500L/ha, concentrate spray volume 500L/ha, concentration factor 3.
  • Dilute label rate 40mL/100L, concentrate rate becomes 3 x 40, i.e., 120mL/100L of concentrate spray.
• Adjust spray volume, product amount, and sprayer setup as the crop grows.

Minimizing Spray Drift:

• Use large droplets (>150 microns) to minimize spray drift onto adjoining pasture.
• Higher pressure increases spray drift potential; use high-capacity nozzles instead of increasing pressure.
• Avoid spraying in no wind or strong wind conditions and hot dry weather.
• Avoid excessive spray above trees and turn off outward-pointing nozzles at end rows.

Re-entry and Livestock Protection:

• Do not allow entry until the spray has dried.
• Wear protective clothing for re-entry if necessary.
• Assess the treatment area for potential spray drift onto grazing pasture.
• Minimize drift onto adjoining properties or stock areas.
• Seek advice from Colin Campbell (Chemicals) Pty Ltd if spray drift may affect areas used for grazing by livestock.
• Cobra presents a low hazard to bees; avoid application when bees are actively foraging.

Protection of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans, and Environment:

• Very toxic to aquatic invertebrates; avoid contamination of streams, rivers, or waterways.
• Cobra may have adverse effects on non-target insects or arthropods; contact Colin Campbell (Chemicals) Pty Ltd for information.
• Do not spray under conditions causing drift onto nearby areas, especially wetlands, waterbodies, or watercourses.
• Do not spray within 40 meters upwind of wetlands, waterbodies, or watercourses.
• Avoid application if heavy rains are expected within 24 hours.

Storage and Disposal:

• Store in a closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight.
• Triple-rinse containers before disposal and add rinsings to the spray tank.
• Do not dispose of undiluted chemicals on-site.
• Follow recycling or burial procedures in compliance with local regulations.
• Do not burn empty containers or product.