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GROUP I HERBICIDE

For the control of certain broadleaf weeds in winter cereals, pastures, conservation tillage, sugar cane, turf, rice, grain sorghum and non-crop areas as specified in the Directions for Use table.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
Restraints:
DO NOT spray when rain seems likely to occur within 4 hours.
DO NOT spray when weeds are wet with dew or rain or under stress from drought, low soil fertility, extreme cold or water logging.
DO NOT spray outside crop growth stages recommended as crop damage may result.
DO NOT apply to crops or pastures with clover, lucerne or medics.

WHEAT, OATS, BARLEY, TRITICALE, COMMERCIAL RYE
(From 5 leaf to early tillering)
(Zadoks 15-22)
Weeds: Doublegee (Threecornered Jack, Spiny Emex), Wireweed (Hogweed), Seedling Docks, Tares, Hexham Scent (Melilotus), Wild Turnip (Brassica tournefortii), Soldier Thistle, Mustards, Wild Radish, Capeweed, Common Ice-Plant, Charlock, Ward’s Weed, Vetch, Turnip Weed (Rapistrum rugosum)
State: All States
Rate / ha: 160 mL plus 700 mL of MCPA Amine 500 g/L
Critical comments: Spray when most weeds have germinated and are in the 2 to 4 leaf stage. In some instances suppression only of Wireweed (Hogweed) and Capeweed will occur.

WHEAT, OATS, BARLEY, TRITICALE, COMMERCIAL RYE
(From 5 leaf early tillering stage until the fully tillered stage and before jointing occurs)
(Zadoks 15, 21-30)
Weeds: Doublegee (Threecornered Jack, Spiny Emex), Wireweed (Hogweed), Vetch, Variegated Thistle, Tares, Sunflower, Hexham Scent (Melilotus), Docks
State: SA only
Rate / ha: 280 mL

Weeds: Doublegee (Threecornered Jack, Spiny Emex), Climbing Buckwheat (Black Bindweed), Clover, Hexham Scent (Melilotus), Docks
State: WA only
Rate / ha: 280 mL

Weeds: New Zealand Spinach, Climbing Buckwheat (Black Bindweed), Doublegee (Threecornered Jack, Spiny Emex), Wireweed (Hogweed), Hexham Scent (Melilotus), Docks, Clover, Fat-Hen, Variegated Thistle, Scotch (Cotton or Woolly) Thistle,
Sunflowers, Vetch, Tree Hogweed
State: Qld, NSW, ACT, Vic only
Rate / ha: 280 mL

Weeds: Wild Turnip (Brassica tournefortii), Radish, Mustards, Tares, Charlock, Capeweed, Sorrel, Saffron Thistle, Chickweed, Clover, Common Ice-Plant, Hoary Cress, Ward’s Weed, Turnip Weed (Rapistrum rugosum)
State: SA only
Rate / ha: 280 mL plus 1 L of MCPA Amine 500 g/L or 700 mL of 2,4-D Amine 500 g/L

Weeds: Common Ice-Plant
State: WA only
Rate / ha: 320 mL plus 800 mL of 2,4-D Amine 500 g/L

Weeds: Chickweed, Sorrel, Wireweed
State: WA only
Rate / ha: 400 mL or 280 mL plus 800 mL of 2,4-D Amine 500 g/L or 280 mL plus 1.2 L of MCPA Amine 500 g/L

Weeds: Mintweed
State: Qld, NSW, ACT only
Rate / ha: 280 mL plus 1.2 L of MCPA Amine 500 g/L or 280 mL plus 700 mL of 2,4-D Amine 500 g/L

Weeds: Wild Turnip (Brassica tournefortii), Radish, Mustards, Tares, Charlock, Capeweed, Sorrel, Saffron Thistle, Chickweed, Turnip Weed (Rapistrum rugosum)
State: Qld, NSW, ACT, Vic, Tas only
Rate / ha: 280 mL plus 1.2 L of MCPA Amine 500 g/L or 280 mL plus 700 mL of 2,4-D Amine 500 g/L

Critical comments: Spray when most weeds have germinated and are still in the young rosette stage.
When weeds do not form a rosette, spray when they have not more than 8 true leaves.
In some instances suppression only of Wireweed (Hogweed) and Climbing Buckwheat (Black Bindweed) will occur.
DO NOT use CUTLASS 500 plus 2,4-D in Oats in SA. If any of these weeds are found in these cereal crops as well as the above weeds, the addition of MCPA or 2,4-D is essential. Spray when most weeds have germinated and are still in the young rosette stage. In some instances, suppression only of Wireweed (Hogweed), Capeweed and Hoary Cress will occur.
A mixture with 2,4-D Amine must not be used in Tasmania.

WHEAT, OATS, BARLEY, TRITICALE, COMMERCIAL RYE
(From early tillering (4 to 5 fully emerged main stem leaves, plus one or more tillers) until fully tillered and before the start of jointing (Zadoks 21-30))
Weeds: Climbing Buckwheat (Black Bindweed), Deadnettle, Turnip Weed (Rapistrum rugosum), Wireweed, Wild Turnip (Brassica tournefortii)
State: Qld, NSW, ACT only
Rate / ha: 200-280 mL plus 5-7 g Lynx®
Critical comments: Spray when weeds have no more than 8 true leaves. Use higher rate on larger weeds. Tank mixes of CUTLASS 500 and Lynx® may result in reduced control of Wireweed in some situations.

BARLEY, TRITICALE, COMMERCIAL RYE
(From 5 leaf until fully tillered and before jointing occurs)
(Zadoks 21-30)
Weeds: Volunteer Peas
State: SA only
Rate / ha: 60 mL plus 1 L CUTLASS M
Critical comments: Apply when most Peas are 5-7 cm high.

WHEAT, OATS
(From 5 leaf until fully tillered and before jointing occurs)
(Zadoks 15-30)
Weeds: Volunteer Peas
State: SA only
Rate / ha: 120 mL plus 1 L CUTLASS M
Critical comments: Apply when most Peas are 5-7 cm high.

GRAIN SORGHUM
(From 3 leaf stage until 6 leaf stage)
MAIZE
(Post-emergence until maize is approx. 90 cm high or until 15 days prior to tassle emergence)
Weeds: Caltrop (Yellow Vine), Bathurst and Noogoora Burrs, Parthenium Weed, Mintweed, Annual Gooseberry, Blackberry Nightshade, Fat-Hen, Sunflower, Seedling Perennial Gooseberry, Seedling Khaki Weed, Redshank, Dwarf Amaranth, Cobbler’s Pegs, Field Bindweed, Thornapples (Datura), Bellvine, Lucerne, Annual Ground Cherry, Wireweed, Climbing Buckwheat (Black Bindweed), Pigweed, Common Sow Thistle, New Zealand Spinach, Doublegee (Threecornered Jack, Spiny Emex)
State: All States (NOT Central Qld)
Rate / ha: 320-560 mL
Critical comments: Apply when weeds have at least 3 to 5 true leaves.
DO NOT treat weeds which are beyond the rosette stage.
Method of Application: By boom spray as an overall or directed spray, by applying 100 to 250 litres of water per hectare or by aircraft applying 45 litres per hectare. Use the higher rate on larger weeds and where Amaranthus, Mintweed and Blackberry Nightshade are the major problems or where Annual and Perennial Gooseberry are present. Certain Maize varieties may develop clubfoot of the prop roots.

GRAIN SORGHUM
(From 3 leaf stage until 6 leaf stage)
Weeds: Thornapple (Datura), Mintweed, Amaranthus, Black (Giant) Pigweed, Caltrop (Yellow Vine), Bladder Ketmia, Noogoora Burr
State: Qld, NSW, ACT, NT only
Rate / ha: 280 mL plus 1.8 L Atrazine 500 g/L or 320 mL plus 1.5 L Atrazine 500 g/L
Critical comments: Apply when weeds have 3 to 5 true leaves. DO NOT apply in hot dry conditions. Apply by boom spray as an overall spray applying 50 to 250 litres of water per hectare. Use the higher rate of CUTLASS 500 where Caltrop or Bladder Ketmia are present.

RICE
(Pre-sowing, Post-sowing, either before permanent water or until rice is at the mid-tillering stage.)
Weeds: Docks
State: NSW, NT only
Rate / ha:
400 mL (seedling docks)
560 mL (mature docks)
Critical comments: Pre-sowing: Apply before the end of August and do not cultivate or graze for 14 days after planting.
Post-sowing: Preferably apply before the application of permanent water. If permanent water has been applied CUTLASS 500 can be applied up to the mid-tillering stage, provided the docks are exposed. Use 100 L/ ha for boom application.

SUGARCANE
(Post-emergence)
Weeds: Bathurst Burr, Bellvine, Blackberry Nightshade, Calopo, Caltrop, Cleorne, Cobbler’s Pegs, Common Sow Thistle, Convolvulus, Fat-Hen, Green Amaranth, Khaki Weed, Noogoora Burr, Parthenium Weed, Perennial Gooseberry, Pigweed, Pink Burr, Redroot Amaranth, Sensitive Plant, Sida-retusa, Tar Vine, Thickhead, Thornapple
State: Qld, NSW, WA, NT only
Rate / ha: 560 mL
Critical comments: Spray when most weeds have germinated and are in the young rosette stage or when they have not more than 8 true leaves.
Method of Application: By boom spray as an overall directed spray, applying 100 to 250 litres of water per hectare or by aircraft applying 45 litres per hectare.

Weeds: Amaranthus, Black (Giant) Pigweed, Caltrop, Mintweed, Noogoora Burr, Pigweed, Thornapple (Datura)
State: Qld, NSW, NT only
Rate / ha: 280 mL plus 1.8 L Atrazine 500 g/L or 320 mL plus 1.5 L Atrazine 500 g/L
Critical comments: Apply when weeds have 3 to 5 true leaves. DO NOT apply in hot dry conditions. Apply by boom spray as an overall spray applying 50 to 250 litres of water per hectare. Use the higher rate CUTLASS 500 where Caltrop is present.

POTATOES
Weeds: Clover, Docks, Wireweed (Hogweed), Thistles, Chickweed, Climbing Buckwheat (Black Bindweed), Black Nightshade, Fat-Hen
State: Tas only
Rate / ha: 500 mL-1.2 L
Critical comments: Apply after haulm senescence in sufficient water to give even coverage. May be mixed with Amitrole or 2,4-D to improve spectrum of weeds controlled. Refer to respective labels of these herbicides for application rates. Add suitable surfactant for improved coverage.
Note: DO NOT apply when potato haulms are still green.

GRASS PASTURES AND PERENNIAL GRASS SEED CROPS
Weeds: Cotton (Woolly or True Scotch) Thistle, Variegated Thistle, Black or Spear Thistle, Illyrian Thistle, Doublegee (Threecornered Jack, Spiny Emex), Parthenium Weed, Smart-Weed (Water Pepper), Hexham Scent (Melilotus), Stemless Thistle, Caltrop (Yellow Vine), Horehound and Rumex spp., including Curled and Broadleaf Docks
State: All States
Rate / ha:
Per Hectare: 280-560 mL for seedlings
Per 100 Litres: 40 mL for seedlings
Per 15 L Knapsack: 10 mL for seedlings
Rate / ha:
Per Hectare: 560 mL-1.1 L for young mature plants
Per 100 Litres: 76 mL for young mature plants
Per 15 L Knapsack: 18 mL for young mature plants

Weeds: Common Ice-Plant, Hoary Cress, Sorrel and Saffron Thistle
State: All States
Rate / ha:
Per Hectare: 280 mL plus 800 mL of 2,4-D Amine 500 g/L
Per 100 Litres: 20 mL plus 60 mL of 2,4-D Amine 500 g/L
Per 15 L Knapsack: 6 mL plus 15 mL of 2,4-D Amine 500 g/L

Critical comments: When applying by boom spray use 110 to 280 litres of mixture per hectare.
Add Agral 60† or Wetspray 600 wetting agents to spray mix.

GRASS PASTURES
(Non-Crop Situation)
Weeds: Rubber Vine
State: Qld, NT only
Rate / ha:
Per Hectare: 2-4 L plus 2.5 L of 2,4-D Ester 800 g/L
Per 100 Litres: 140-280 mL plus 175 mL of 2,4-D Ester 800 g/L
Per 15 L Knapsack: 20-40 mL plus 25 mL of  2,4-D Ester 800 g/L
Critical comments: Apply during April or May. For application by misting machines, add 600 mL CUTLASS 500 to 10 L of water.

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR IN ANY MANNER, CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION.

WITHHOLDING PERIOD: DO NOT HARVEST, GRAZE OR CUT FOR STOCK FOOD FOR 7 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
RESISTANT WEEDS WARNING
CUTLASS® 500 Selective Herbicide is a member of the Benzoic acid group of herbicides. CUTLASS 500 has the Disruptor of plant cell growth mode of action. For weed resistance management CUTLASS 500 is a Group I Herbicide.
Some naturally occurring weed biotypes resistant to CUTLASS 500 and other Group I herbicides may exist through normal genetic variability in any weed population. The resistant individuals can eventually dominate the weed population if these herbicides are used repeatedly. These resistant weeds will not be controlled by CUTLASS 500 or any other Group I Herbicides.
Since the occurrence of resistant weeds is difficult to detect prior to use, Adama Australia Pty. Ltd. accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of CUTLASS 500 to control resistant weeds. Spray when weeds are young and actively growing, and unless stated otherwise, before the 3-5 leaf stage.

MIXING
Add the required amount of the product directly to the tank and mix well.

APPLICATION
For Boom Application: Apply by a properly calibrated boom spray using not less than 50 litres of water per hectare unless indicated otherwise in the Critical Comments column.
For Aerial Application: Apply at least 25 litres total spray volume per hectare. The aircraft should fly as low as practical under the prevailing conditions to minimise drift.
For High Volume Application: Apply a minimum 1500 litres per hectare.
For Knapsack Application: A 15 litre knapsack treats 150 square metres.

MIMOSA CONTROL
Broadacre application: Apply 2-2.4 L/ha water in 60 litres of water per hectare. Helicopter application preferred.
High Volume application: Apply 400 mL in 110 L water using ground equipment. Thoroughly wet all leaves and stems of the plant.
Basal Bark application: Apply 60 mL in 15 L water to plants of less than 5 cm basal diameter. Spray liberally all around the base and 25-40 cm up the stem.
Cut Stump application: Apply 60 mL in 15 L water on plants up to 10 cm basal diameter. Cut trees as close to ground level as is possible and spray the freshly cut surface before the sap dries.
Note: A temporary wilting may be evident in crops after application. If seasonal conditions are late or dry seek further advice before spraying as damage may result from spraying crops under these conditions. Growers should seek advice before spraying recently released cereal varieties. Certain maize varieties may develop clubfoot of the prop roots.

PLANT BACK PERIODS FOR CONSERVATION TILLAGE
Wait for the following periods before planting the following crops into soils sprayed with the product. If applied to a dry soil, at least 15 mm of rainfall is required before the Plant Back Period begins.
Note: If water-logging occurs shortly after sowing, the product may cause some reduction in crop vigour. Use as directed only in the States indicated.

NSW, ACT, VIC, SA, WA, TAS
Rate / Ha: PLANT BACK PERIOD (DAYS)
Wheat, Barley, Oats, Triticale, Rye:
200mL: 1
280mL: 7
560mL: 14

NSW, ACT, VIC, SA, WA, TAS
Rate / Ha: PLANT BACK PERIOD (DAYS)
Lupins, Clover/ Medics:
200mL: 7
280mL: 14
560mL: 21

Mung Beans:
200mL: 5
280mL: 5
560mL: 10

Sunflower:
200mL: 1
280mL: 7
560mL: 14

Safflower:
200mL: 14
280mL: 21
560mL: 28

NSW, ACT, VIC, SA, WA, TAS
Rate / Ha: PLANT BACK PERIOD (DAYS)
Pigeon Peas, Soybeans:
200mL: 5
280mL: 5
560mL: 10

Millet:
200mL: 1
280mL: 3
560mL: 7

Cotton:
200mL: 7
280mL: 7
560mL: 14

NSW, ACT, VIC, SA, WA, TAS
Rate / Ha: PLANT BACK PERIOD (DAYS)
Sorghum, Maize:
200mL: 1
280mL: 3
560mL: 7

Rapeseed:
200mL: 7
280mL: 10
560mL: 14

Field Peas:
200mL: N.D*
280mL: 14
560mL: 21

Chick Peas:
200mL: N.D*
280mL: 21
560mL: 28

* Not determined

QLD, NT ONLY
Rate: 160-240 mL/ha
Crop: Wheat, Barley, Oats, Triticale, Commercial Rye, Sorghum, Maize, Millet, Sunflowers
Plant back period: 1 day

Crop: Soybeans, Mung Beans, Pigeon Peas
Plant back period: 5 days

Crop: Cotton, Rapeseed
Plant back period: 7 days

Note: For Qld, NT Only. For all crops and rates above 600 mL/ha – plant back period 21 days.
Following potato haulm destruction in Tas: For rates and crops not included above, a plant back period of 6 weeks applies generally and 8 weeks for seed crops.

COMPATIBILITY
CUTLASS 500 is compatible with Flowable Igran†, Roundup CT, Roundup, Wipe-out 450, Glyphosate, Tackle, Lynx, 2,4-D Amine, 2,4-D Ester, Diuron, Ordram† (Molinate). Also compatible with Farmozine and other Atrazines, but when used in combination with these products some temporary visible effects in the crop growth may be observed.