Nufarm Estercide Xtra 680
- Manufacturer
- NUFARM
- Category
- Herbicides
- Registered until
- 2025-06-29
- Registration number
- 60938
- Active materials
- 2,4-D680 g/l
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Before Use: Read Directions For Use, Precautionary Statements, Safety Directions, and First Aid Instructions.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
- Can be used in high or low volume sprays.
- For boom spraying, use 30-100 liters of water per hectare.
- For aerial spraying, use 20-90 liters of water per hectare.
- Refer to the local Department of Agriculture/Primary Industries for current restricted spraying areas.
SPRAY APPLICATIONS AND DRIFT RISK ASSESSMENT:
- Aerial application recommended by accredited businesses holding AIMS accreditation.
- Checklist for boom spraying: clean sprayer, notify neighbors, correct sprayer setup, check weather conditions, record weather parameters.
- Night spraying requires extra care; use a smoke generator to assess wind direction and inversion conditions.
- Check nufarm.com.au/spraywise and spraywisedecisions.com.au for weather forecasting.
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE AND USAGE:
- Ideally, use the spray unit for herbicides only.
- If not possible, wash the unit with hot soapy water followed by clear water rinses.
- Do not use wooden spray vats; replace hoses when using the unit for other purposes.
COMPATIBILITY:
- Compatible with various herbicides, including Kamba 750, Shirquat 250, Atradex, Nufarm CRUCIAL, weedmaster DST, weedmaster ARGO, Weedmaster DUO, Gladiator CT, Associate, Revolver, Grando 600, Comet 400.
- Follow tank mixing instructions provided.
RESISTANT WEEDS WARNING:
- Group I herbicide; part of the Phenoxy group.
- Use in combination with mancozeb or Polyram for resistance management.
- Include in spray programs with different modes of action.
PRECAUTION:
- Re-entry allowed after the spray has dried.
- Wear protective clothing; launder after each day's use.
- Avoid hand-harvesting sugar cane for at least 1 day post-application.
PROTECTION OF CROPS, PLANTS, AND ENVIRONMENT:
- Avoid spray drift onto nearby susceptible crops.
- Care for legume tolerance; avoid rates above 410 mL per hectare for clovers.
- Low hazard to bees; can be applied at any time.
- Very toxic to aquatic life; prevent contamination of water bodies.
INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT:
- Toxic to beneficial arthropods; not compatible with IPM programs.
- Minimize spray drift in non-crop areas to protect beneficial arthropods.
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL:
- Store in a closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
- Triple rinse non-refillable containers before disposal; do not burn empty containers.
- For refillable containers, return to the point of supply for refill or storage.
SAFETY DIRECTIONS:
- Harmful if swallowed; irritates eyes and skin.
- Wear protective clothing during mixing and loading.
- Use appropriate respiratory protection.
- Wash hands, face, and clothing thoroughly after use.
- Follow safety precautions for mixing, loading, and applying the spray.
- Keep away from food, drink, and tobacco during use.
- Dispose of empty containers according to local regulations.
Registered for cultures | Rate |
---|---|
Winter wheat | 0.2 - 0.8 l |
Spring wheat | 0.2 - 0.8 l |
Spring barley | 0.2 - 0.8 l |
Winter barley | 0.2 - 0.8 l |
Winter triticale | 0.2 - 0.8 l |
Spring triticale | 0.2 - 0.8 l |
Sugarcane | 1 - 2.4 l |
Potatoes | 1 - 2.4 l |