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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Conquest Slate 240 Insecticide is very suitable for use in orchards and vineyards using integrated pest management (IPM) programs.

MIXING and APPLICATION MIXING

• Prior to pouring, shake the container vigorously, then add the required quantity of Conquest Slate 240 Insecticide to water in the spray vat while stirring or with agitators in motion.

COMPATIBILITY

• Conquest Slate 240 Insecticide is incompatible with mineral spray oils. DO NOT mix concentrates together but add each to the spray tank separately. As formulations of other manufacturers' products are beyond the control of Conquest Crop Protection Pty Ltd, all mixtures should be tested prior to mixing commercial quantities. As changes in climatic conditions can alter the sensitivity of plants to mixtures of sprays, Conquest Crop Protection Pty Ltd cannot be responsible for the behavior of such mixtures.

WETTING AGENTS

• Not all surfactants or crop oils are of equal quality. Conquest Crop Protection does not support the use of alternative products other than those listed below:

  • Agral1 Spray adjuvant

  • Wetter 1000.

  • If intending to use other wetting agents, consult Conquest Crop Protection.

DILUTE SPRAYING

• Use a sprayer designed to apply high volumes of water up to the point of run-off 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 100 L of water. Spray to the point of run-off.

• The required dilute spray volume will change, and the sprayer setup and operation may also need to be changed as the crop grows.

CONCENTRATE SPRAYING

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

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

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

• The mixing rate for concentrate spraying can then be calculated accordingly.

Resistance Warning: GROUP 18 INSECTICIDE

• For insecticide resistance management, Conquest Slate 240 Insecticide is a Group 18 insecticide. Some naturally occurring insect biotypes resistant to Conquest Slate 240 Insecticide and other Group 18 insecticides may exist through normal genetic variability in any insect population. The resistant individuals can eventually dominate the insect population if Conquest Slate 240 Insecticide and other Group 18 insecticides are used repeatedly. The effectiveness of Conquest Slate 240 Insecticide on resistant individuals could be significantly reduced. Since the occurrence of resistant individuals is difficult to detect prior to use, Conquest Crop Protection accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of Conquest Slate 240 Insecticide to control resistant insects. Conquest Slate 240 Insecticide may be subject to specific resistance management strategies. For further information, contact your local supplier, Conquest Crop Protection representative, or local agricultural department agronomist.

Precautions:

• DO NOT apply using spray equipment carried on the back of the user.

Re-entry:

• DO NOT allow entry into treated areas until the spray has dried. If prior entry is necessary, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and chemical-resistant gloves. Clothing must be laundered after each day's use.

Protections:

• PROTECTION OF LIVESTOCK: Low hazard to bees. May be applied on plants at any time. Keep livestock out of operational areas during treatment. Avoid spray drift onto adjoining properties or stock areas.

• PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEANS, AND ENVIRONMENT: Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. DO NOT spray across open bodies of water. DO NOT apply under meteorological conditions or from spraying equipment which could be expected to cause spray to drift onto adjacent areas, particularly wetlands, water bodies, or watercourses. DO NOT contaminate wetlands or watercourses with this product or used containers.

Storage and Disposal:

• Storage: Keep Out of Reach of Children. Store in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area. DO NOT store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight. DO NOT store near food, feedstuffs, fertilizers, or seed.

• Disposal: Refer to specific instructions based on container size for proper disposal procedures. Triple or preferably pressure rinse containers before disposal. Dispose of rinsate properly.