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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Orthocide WG is a broad-spectrum contact, protectant fungicide from the cyclic imide chemical group. Orthocide WG has no systemic activity so complete coverage of the target is essential for best results.

Fungicide Resistance Warning GROUP M4 FUNGICIDE For fungicide resistance management, Orthocide WG is a Group M4 fungicide. Some naturally occurring individual fungi resistant to Orthocide WG and other Group M4 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 Orthocide WG and other Group M4 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, Arysta LifeScience Corporation accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of Orthocide WG to control resistant fungi.

MIXING/APPLICATION

MIXING Partly fill the spray tank with water. Turn on agitation and while continuing to fill the tank, add the required amount of Orthocide WG to the tank filling screen filter. Wash with filling hose to transfer the product into the tank. Maintain agitation during spraying and agitate thoroughly after a stoppage. Add any tank mixing partners just before tank filling is complete.

APPLICATION

Ground application: The rates suggested are for high volume spraying to the point of run-off. For concentrate spraying, adjust dilution rate accordingly. Use the highest recommended rate and/or the shortest spray interval when disease pressure is high. Ensure thorough coverage of all parts of treated plants. DO NOT apply by aircraft.

DILUTE SPRAYING

• Use a sprayer designed to apply high volumes of water up to the point of runoff 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

(a) Use a sprayer designed and set up for concentrate spraying (a sprayer that applies water volumes less than those required to reach the point of run-off) and matched to the crop being sprayed.

(b) Set up and operate the sprayer to achieve even coverage throughout the crop canopy using your chosen water volume.

(c) Determine an appropriate dilute spray volume (See Dilute Spraying above) for the crop canopy. This is needed to calculate the concentrate mixing rate.

(d) The mixing rate for concentrate spraying can then be calculated in the following way:

EXAMPLE ONLY

(i) Dilute spray volume as determined above: For example, 1500L/ha

(ii) Your chosen concentrate spray volume: For example, 500L/ha

(iii) The concentration factor in this example is: 3 X (i.e., 1500L = 500L = 3)

(iv) If the dilute label rate is 10mL/100L, then the concentrate rate becomes 3 x 10, that is 30mL/100L of concentrate spray.

(e) 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.

(f) For further information on concentrate spraying, users are advised to consult relevant industry guidelines, undertake appropriate competency training, and follow industry Best Practices.