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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

FARMALINX SOLDIER Herbicide is primarily a soil-applied herbicide for the control of certain annual weeds. Plant uptake of SOLDIER occurs through both the roots and the foliage. The movement of the active constituent clomazone within the plant occurs upward and outwards to the leaf. Clomazone is not downward systemic or translocated from leaf to leaf.

SYMPTOMS

Clomazone, the active constituent in SOLDIER, inhibits the biosynthesis of photosynthetic pigments of both chlorophyll and carotenoids. Accordingly, the foliage of susceptible plants shows signs of chlorosis (whitening or bleaching), followed by necrosis (browning).

Rice Safety: Transient bleaching of rice seedlings can occur in some circumstances, particularly at higher rates, in situations where rice seedlings protrude above the water level at the time of application, and leaves are directly contacted by the concentrated emulsion, or if the rice plant is under stress (e.g., slime, salty soils, or cold, deep water). In most cases, seedlings usually recover rapidly. The variety Illabong is especially susceptible to bleaching. DO NOT apply to the variety Illabong established by the following methods - drill, sod, or dry broadcast sown prior to permanent flood water.

In cold conditions, the life of SOLDIER in water can be extended, which may increase the likelihood of bleaching in sensitive varieties. Under these conditions, use the minimum rate specified for the crop growth stage. DO NOT apply high label rates (above 500mL/ha) on light-textured soils and/or soils with low organic carbon content, as severe crop injury may result.

Cucurbits, Beans, Poppies, Potatoes & Tobacco: In some situations, one or more of the following conditions, such as higher use rates, sandy soils, soils of low organic matter, or soils of low pH, may cause an increase in the activity of SOLDIER, and crop damage may occur. Do not apply SOLDIER to soils with both organic carbon content less than 2% and clay content less than 15%, excluding poppy and tobacco crops, which have a higher crop tolerance to clomazone at label rates. Some crop varieties may show differing levels of tolerance to SOLDIER. It is recommended to test on a small area to ensure tolerance is acceptable before adoption on a wider scale. For more specific information, consult with your local dealer.

COMPATIBILITY

SOLDIER may be tank-mixed with other post-plant pre-emergent herbicides to broaden the weed control spectrum compared to products applied alone. Lower rates of SOLDIER may be used when tank mixing.

Rice: SOLDIER is compatible with the herbicides Ordram*, PARQUAT, Stam*, Saturn*, Londax*, Taipan*, Viper* and the insecticides Mascot Duo* and CHLORPOS.

Poppies - SOLDIER is compatible with Asulox*, Brodal* and Frontier*. SOLDIER is not compatible with Tramat* and efficacy can be reduced in tank mixes using Starane*. Other herbicide combinations should be used with caution and in accordance with advice from the contracting Company's Advisory Officers.

Other Crops - when tank mixing with other herbicides (e.g.: Frontier*), refer to both Farmalinx Soldier Herbicide RELEVANT LABEL PARTICULARS 23 August 2014 Page 12 of 18 product labels to ensure use patterns are compatible, i.e., post plant pre-emergence, and observe all application precautions, rotational guidelines, and replanting instructions of each product label.

MIXING

Add half the required volume of water in the spray tank and start agitation. If tank mixing with wettable powders or Water Dispersible Granules, add these first. Liquid Suspensions (i.e., Flowables) are added next, and SOLDIER is added last. Maintain good agitation at all times until spraying is completed.

APPLICATION – Rice

Inappropriate application techniques can result in highly visible symptoms of spray drift. SOLDIER can be applied:

• Prior to permanent water by ground boom spray only, and
• To permanent water by drip applicator at the inundation of the permanent flood water, or by SCWIIRT application direct to the water surface of permanently flooded bays, via a properly equipped and calibrated ground sprayer, helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft fitted with a Bickley boom.

Refer to the following relevant sections for more detailed information for application on rice.

Application prior to permanent water: Always apply SOLDIER with either PARQUAT or with Stam* as per the Critical Comments. Apply as a broadcast spray with a boom height no greater than 60cm above the target. USE ONLY nozzles that the nozzles’ manufacturer has rated to deliver a MEDIUM or larger droplet size category as referenced to ASAE S572 or BCPC. To minimize off-target movement, use the lowest pressure and boom height that provides uniform coverage using 100 – 150 liters per hectare. Do not apply to wet soils or wet plants. Do not spray within 100 meters of residential or industrial properties or homes on neighboring properties.

Application at inundation: For drip treatment, dilute SOLDIER at the ratio of 3 liters to 17 liters of clean tap water and apply this solution at a rate of 4L/ha. A constant head siphon with a single CP4916 TeeJet flow regulator fitted with a disk orifice plate is recommended to apply the drip treatment into the floodwater at inundation. Refer to a SOLDIER calibration chart to guide selection of the appropriate orifice plate.

The preferred method of inundation is to drip into individual bays or by a backfill system utilizing a side channel, rather than top filling or flooding through the upper bays.

Application into permanent water – primer treatment in a split application: It is essential that both the 1st and 2nd applications are applied. The 1st (pre-sowing) application suppresses weed germinations, allowing the rice to develop to the secondary root stage at which time the 2nd (post-sowing) application is required for the control of emerging weeds, completing the herbicide program. If one application is applied without the other, the technique will result in unsatisfactory weed control. For the 1st application, follow the application directions in the section Application into permanent water – single application.

Application into permanent water – single application: Apply by the SCWIIRT method using a tractor, 4-wheel agricultural motorbike, helicopter, or fixed-wing aircraft fitted with a Bickley boom. Apply to flood water from pre-sowing, up to the 2-leaf rice stage. Because of the solubility of clomazone and redistribution in water, SOLDIER does not need to be applied right to the edges of the bay.

Ground/helicopter application: Dilute the required amount of SOLDIER in water (5 to 10 liters/ha) and apply to a flooded bay at a distance of 20 to 30 meters between runs. Position dripper nozzles no more than 50cm from the water surface and maintain pressure at or below 200kPa (30 PSI or 2 bar).

Fixed-wing (Bickley boom) application: SOLDIER must only be applied from a fixed-wing aircraft fitted with a Bickley boom, which comprises the following:

• Two nozzles mounted on droppers, one on either side with droppers positioned just outside the first boom hanger (28 – 35% of wingspan);
• Dropper length approximately 40-60cm or lower below the trailing edge of the wing;
• Solid stream nozzles with bore sufficient to apply the desired volume at a pressure of 240 to 310kPa (35 to 45 PSI);
• Nozzles oriented rearwards and parallel to the airstream;
• Check valves (Spraying Systems diaphragm type 12328, ¾ inch) located behind the nozzle to eliminate “trailing” after shut off;
• Spray at a maximum wheel height of 2m above the field surface.
• Swath widths of approximately 25m are recommended.
• Dilute the required amount of SOLDIER in water (10 to 20 liters/ha), add 41-A spray drift retardant at the rate of 60g per 100 liters of spray solution, and apply to a flooded bay. Before commencing aerial application to contoured bays, evaluate the layout of the bays to be treated and select the optimum flight pattern to ensure all bays receive the recommended rate of SOLDIER.

APPLICATION – Cucurbits, Beans, Poppies, Potatoes, and Tobacco

When using SOLDIER as a post-plant pre-emergence herbicide, all emerged weeds should be controlled by application of a non-selective, non-persistent herbicide or by tillage. The soil surface should be left free of large clods of soil that might protect weed seedlings during emergence. The best weed control is achieved when overhead irrigation is used to grow the crop. SOLDIER should not be mechanically incorporated into the soil, as unacceptable crop injury and variable weed control may occur. When using SOLDIER as a post-emergence herbicide, ensure weeds are young and actively growing.

Inappropriate application techniques can result in highly visible symptoms of spray drift. SOLDIER can be applied as a broadcast or banded application. Use conventional sprayers with either mechanical or by-pass agitation. Apply using flat fan nozzles producing medium to coarse droplets. Spray equipment should be properly calibrated to ensure correct application. To minimize off-target movement, use the lowest pressure and boom height that provides uniform coverage, using 150 to 400 liters per hectare. Do not apply to very wet soils or to soils with a rough surface.