Tramat 500 SC

Manufacturer
BAYER
Category
Herbicides
Registered until
2024-06-30
Registration number
39508
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GROUP K HERBICIDE

For selective weed control in beet crops, onions, oilseed poppies, established turf and other situations as specified in the DIRECTIONS FOR USE table

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Resistant Weeds Warning
Tramat 500 SC Selective Herbicide is a member of the benzofuran group of herbicides. Tramat is a herbicide with diverse sites of action. For weed resistance management Tramat is a Group K herbicide.
Some naturally occurring weed biotypes resistant to Tramat, and other herbicides with diverse sites of action, 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 Tramat or other Group K herbicides.
Since occurrence of resistant weeds is difficult to detect prior to use, Bayer CropScience Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of Tramat to control resistant weeds.

Export of Treated Produce
Growers should note that suitable MRLs or import tolerances may not be established in all markets for produce treated with Tramat 500 SC Selective Herbicide. If you are growing produce for export, please check with Bayer CropScience Pty Ltd for the latest information on MRLs and import tolerances BEFORE using Tramat.

General
This product is a pre- and post- emergence herbicide for control of certain broad-leaved weeds and grasses. For postemergence application, weeds should be at the seedling to 4-leaf stage. Prior to sowing any follow-up crops other than beet or ryegrass, those areas previously treated should be thoroughly tilled (including ploughing).
1. BEET CROPS: Slight foliage distortion to beet may occur following treatment. These effects are short-lived and do not affect crop yield. Pre-emergence treatment with this product may be followed by post-emergence application of Betanal or a mixture of both.
2. USE OF TRAMAT IN MIXTURES WITH BETANAL ON BEET CROPS: Before using this mixture carefully read the Betanal label; note warning about use in temperatures above 30°C. For best results the interval between treatment and subsequent rainfall or irrigation should be at least six (6) hours. In Tasmania, this treatment should follow the use of a pre-emergence herbicide. This mixture is recommended to provide a wider spectrum of post-emergence weed control and longer residual activity than Betanal used alone. Weeds controlled include additional weeds listed on the Betanal label.
3. RYEGRASS: This product will reduce clover stands by 40 to 60%. For best control of barley grass, apply to closely grazed pasture (3 to 5 cm high). Raw organic matter can reduce efficacy and re-treatment may be necessary. Remove organic litter and harrow large dung pats before application. In areas of dense barley grass, drill or oversow with ryegrass as soon as possible after treatment.
4. TURF: This product is selective in ryegrasses, fescues, Kentucky bluegrass, Queensland blue couch, kikuyu and bent grasses (including brown top bent) when applied as directed. However, for new cultivars where the selectivity of Tramat may not have been evaluated, a small test area should be treated and monitored prior to large scale use. Applications are made at monthly intervals for 3 to 4 months to control winter grass gradually, while allowing the desirable turf grasses to take over without unsightly bare patches of dead winter grass. Over-sowing and reseeding should NOT take place within one month of spraying.

Mixing
Tramat is a suspension concentrate which mixes easily with water. Prior to pouring, gently invert or roll container to ensure all active constituent is in suspension. Part-fill the spray tank with clean water. Add the correct amount of Tramat and top up with water to the required level. Thorough agitation of the mixture is necessary before spraying. Mix only enough chemical for immediate use. When using a mixture of Tramat and Betanal, half-fill spray vat with water then stir or agitate while adding the required quantities. Top up with water and stir again. Use as soon as possible after mixing. Do NOT add other herbicides or surfactants unless specifically recommended.

Application
Boom spray: Apply in a suitable volume of water to give good even coverage. When used pre-emergence, apply to moist soil surface. Ensure that the nozzles are set at the correct height to give even coverage i.e. 50 to 60 cm above the pasture, crop or turf. Use a nozzle and pressure combination to give a fine spray (200 to 300 kPa). Make sure nozzle tips are clean, undamaged and all the correct type and size. Impact nozzles or broadcast nozzle clusters should NOT be used. Do NOT use filter gauzes finer than 0.3 mm. After use, wash all equipment thoroughly with water containing liquid detergent. Spray out completely, then rinse twice with clean water. To allow air access, remove nozzles and open spray tank lid.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Restraints
DO NOT apply if rain is imminent or falling.
DO NOT rotate with crops other than beet crops for 6 months after application.
DO NOT use on golf or bowling greens.
DO NOT use on common or hybrid couch grass.

BEET CROPS E.G. BEETROOT, FODDER BEET, MANGOLDS, SUGAR BEET
Weeds controlled: Barley grass, chickweed, cleavers, fat-hen, fumitory, prairie grass, redshank (Amaranthus spp.), shepherd's purse, summer grass, winter grass, wireweed
State: Qld, NSW, Vic, Tas, SA only
Rate: 4 or 6 L/ha
WHP: -
Critical comments: Pre-emergence: Apply before weeds or crop emerges, either pre- or post-sowing of crops. Use high rate on heavy soil or where Amaranthus spp., prairie grass or wireweed are a problem. Do NOT re-treat area at these rates.
Rate: 2 L Tramat plus 5 L Betanal®/ha
WHP: -
Critical comments: Post-emergence: Crop Stage: Apply at 2 to 4 leaf stage.
Weed Stage: Apply when weeds are no larger than 2 to 4 leaf stage, either as a band spray or overall application.
Do NOT spray beets using high pressure.
Do NOT spray beet crops when foliage is wet.

ONIONS
Weeds controlled: Certain broadleaved and grass weeds particularly barley grass clovers, cruciferous weeds, fat-hen, fumitory, winter grass, wireweed
State: Tas only
Rate: 400 mL to 2 L/ha
WHP: -
Critical comments:The range of control is extended with spray programs in combinations with asulam, diclofop-methyl and diquat as recommended by poppy contracting companies or the Department of Primary Industry. Do NOT add wetting agent.

RYEGRASS PASTURE AND SEED CROPS
Non-crop areas (stock camps, tree plantations, industrial areas, fence lines)
Weeds controlled: Barley grass, cleavers, emerged brome grass, seedling chickweed, shepherd's purse, storksbill, winter grass
State: Vic, Tas only
Rate: 3 L/ha
WHP: 7 days (grazing)
Critical comments: Apply (April to July) to moist soil after main germination of barley grass. Do NOT apply once barley grass reaches green flower head stage. Do NOT treat pastures where clover production is important.
Use this rate when:
1. Annual rainfall is 250 to 750 mm.
2. Barley grass is at very early growth stage (April to May).
3. Pasture has been closely grazed (less than 5 cm high).
4. Soil is low in organic matter (less than 10%).
5. There is a high proportion of ryegrass in pasture.
Rate: 4 L/ha
WHP: 7 days (grazing)
Critical comments: Use this rate when:
1. Annual rainfall exceeds 750 mm.
2. Barley grass is at early vegetative growth stage (April to July).
3. Pasture has been closely grazed (5 to 10 cm high).
4. Dung accumulations are present.
Rate: 300 mL per 100 L water
WHP: 7 days (grazing)
Critical comments: Spot Treatment: Apply by handgun or knapsack sprayer. Thoroughly wet vegetation.

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR IN ANY MANNER, CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION

WITHHOLDING PERIOD (WHP)
Beet crops, oilseed poppy: WITHHOLDING PERIOD NOT REQUIRED WHEN USED AS DIRECTED
Onions: DO NOT HARVEST FOR 13 WEEKS AFTER APPLICATION
Ryegrass pasture and seed crops: DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT FOR STOCK FOOD FOR 7 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION
Turf: DO NOT GRAZE TREATED AREAS OR FEED LAWN (TURF) CLIPPINGS FROM TREATED AREAS TO ANIMALS INCLUDING POULTRY

Registered for culturesRatePreharvest Interval
Poppies0.4 - 2 l
Red beet2 - 4 l
Sugar beets2 - 4 l
Beets2 - 4 l
Onions0.6 - 1.2 l91
Pasture0 l
Chard2 - 4 l