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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Uses: The product is a short residual, pre-emergent herbicide for the control of many important annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in the crops nominated. The product does not control important broadleaf weeds in maize, sweet corn, and Concep II treated sorghum. When mixed with Atrazine 500g/L, control of many important annual weeds and grasses is obtained without the problem of carryover of herbicides affecting succeeding crops. The product acts mainly through shoot (coleoptile) absorption. Its effectiveness depends on the occurrence of rainfall or irrigation to move it down into the top 3 to 4 cm of soil, where it must be present at the time of weed germination.

Application: Ground Application: Apply in a minimum of 60 L/ha of water. DO NOT apply by aircraft.

Mixing: Fill the spray tank to one-quarter full. Then add OZCROP S-METOLACHLOR 960 EC HERBICIDE while adding water to make up the final spray volume. Pour OZCROP S-METOLACHLOR 960 EC HERBICIDE into the stream of incoming water. Good agitation at the time OZCROP S-METOLACHLOR 960 EC HERBICIDE is added to the tank will ensure good mixing.

When Tank Mixing: Wettable powder or water dispersible granule formulations should be added to the tank first, followed by suspension concentrates (flowables), water-soluble salts then OZCROP S-METOLACHLOR 960 EC HERBICIDE or other emulsifiable concentrate formulations. Maintain thorough agitation during mixing and application. Agitate tank mixes vigorously if allowed to stand. Note: Tank mix spray solution should NOT be left standing in the vat overnight.

Warnings:

• Cotton: DO NOT use when planting into dry soil or soil with marginal moisture. Under dry planting conditions, heavy rain or flood irrigation soon after planting, together with below-average soil temperatures, can result in crop injury. OZCROP S-METOLACHLOR 960 EC HERBICIDE should not be used in situations where these conditions are likely to occur.

• Brassica Crops: Crop retardation may occur where OZCROP S-METOLACHLOR 960 EC HERBICIDE is used on soils that have a low organic matter content and which contain more than 60% of fine sand and silt. On these soil types, use rates of OZCROP S-METOLACHLOR 960 EC HERBICIDE towards the lower end of the rate range and apply onto moist soil. Irrigation after application should be limited to no more than 25 mm. DO NOT use more than once per year.

Zero Tillage (Canola, Barley, Oats, Wheat, Triticale): When sowing using knife points and zero tillage, and leaving a seeding slot, DO NOT apply post-seeding unless harrows (or similar) have filled-in the seeding slot before application. Alternatively, apply OZCROP S-METOLACHLOR 960 EC HERBICIDE immediately before seeding.

Resistant Weeds Warning: OZCROP S-METOLACHLOR 960 EC HERBICIDE is a member of the amide group of herbicides. The product has the herbicides with diverse sites of action mode of action. For weed resistance management, the product is a Group K herbicide. Some naturally occurring weed biotypes resistant to the product and other Group K 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 this product or other Group K herbicides.

Since the occurrence of resistant weeds is difficult to detect prior to use, OZCROP Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of this product to control the resistant weeds. Advice as to strategies and alternative treatments that can be used should be obtained from your local supplier, consultant, local Department of Agriculture, Primary Industries Department.

Precautions:

Re-entry Period: DO NOT enter treated areas without protective clothing until spray has dried.

Protection of Crops, Native and Other Non-target Plants: DO NOT apply under weather conditions or from spray equipment that may cause spray to drift onto nearby susceptible plants/crops, cropping lands, or pastures. DO NOT plant crops other than broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbages, cauliflowers, cotton, maize, peanuts, soybeans, sunflowers, sweet corn, tobacco, or Concep II treated sorghum within 6 months of application of OZCROP S-METOLACHLOR 960 EC HERBICIDE.

Protection of Livestock: DO NOT graze or cut Sweet Potato leaves for stock food.

Protection of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans, and Environment: TOXIC TO FISH. DO NOT contaminate streams, rivers, or waterways with the chemical or used containers. DO NOT apply under meteorological conditions or from spraying equipment, which could be expected to cause spray to drift onto adjacent areas, particularly wetlands, waterbodies, or watercourses.

Storage and Disposal:

• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
• Store in the closed, original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
• Refillable containers: Empty contents fully into application equipment. Close all valves and return to the point of supply for refill or storage.
• Other containers: Triple or preferably pressure 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.

Safety Directions: Will damage the eyes. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Repeated exposure may cause allergic disorders. Sensitive workers should use protective clothing. When opening the container and preparing spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing), a washable hat, elbow-length PVC gloves, and goggles. When using the prepared spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing), a washable hat, elbow-length PVC gloves, face shield, or goggles. If product in eyes, wash it out immediately with water. After use and before eating, drinking, or smoking, wash hands, arms, and face thoroughly with soap and water. After each day’s use, wash gloves, face shield or goggles, and contaminated clothing.