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GENERAL INFORMATION:

METLOCK Fungicide is a systemic fungicide seed protection product for use on canola, rapeseed, carinata, corn, and wheat seed. The active ingredient, metconazole, provides protection against seed and seedling diseases incited by seed-borne and soil-borne fungal pathogens such as the bunt and smut fungi, seed rot and seedling diseases caused by Fusarium spp. and Rhizoctonia solani. METLOCK Fungicide does not provide activity against Pythium spp. For control of seed and seedling diseases caused by Pythium spp. mix the recommended rate of Metlock Fungicide with a seed treatment labelled for these uses, such as Belmont 2.7 FS, Allegiance FL or Apron XL LS 14 Fungicide. When used in a tank mix, follow all use directions and the most restrictive precautions on the individual product labels. For use in commercial seed treatment facilities with closed transfer including closed mixing, loading, calibrating, and closed treatment equipment and for wheat use on-farm treating using open systems.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
METLOCK Fungicide product contains no colourant. An appropriate colourant must be added when this product is applied according to regulations pertaining to the “Seeds Act”. A baby blue colourant must be added when this product is applied to oilseed. A red colourant must be added when this product is applied to grain seed. Calibrate seed treatment equipment prior to application of METLOCK Fungicide to assure proper application rate is achieved. Consult with the seed treatment equipment manufacturer for guidance on the operation and proper calibration of the treating equipment, as non-uniform, inaccurate seed coverage may result in suboptimal insect or disease protection.

SEED QUALITY AND STORAGE OF TREATED SEED
Laboratory and field studies have shown that METLOCK Fungicide applied to seed will not adversely affect germination.
Due to seed quality conditions beyond the control of Valent Canada, Inc., no claims are made to guarantee germination of carry-over seed. Treatment of mechanically scarred or damaged seed, or of seed known to be of low germ, low vigour and poor quality is not recommended.
Treatment of highly mechanically damaged seed, or seed of known low vigor and poor quality, may result in reduced germination and/or reduction of seed and seedling vigor. Treat and conduct germination tests on a small portion of seed before committing the total seed lot to a selected chemical treatment. Due to seed quality conditions beyond the control of Valent Canada, Inc., no claims are made to guarantee germination of carry-over seed.

SEEDING EQUIPMENT:
METLOCK Fungicide-treated seeds may not flow through seeding equipment at the same rate as other wheat seed treatment products or untreated seed. Re-calibration of seeding equipment is recommended before planting seed treated with METLOCK Fungicide to insure proper planting rate in the field.

ROTATIONAL CROP RESTRICTIONS:
Barley, corn, canola, oats, rye, wheat, soybeans, and sugarbeet may be replanted at any time. A 35- day plant back interval for all other crops.

RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS:
For resistance management, please note that METLOCK Fungicide contains a Group 3 fungicide. Any fungal population may contain individuals naturally resistant to METLOCK Fungicide and other Group 3 fungicides. A gradual or total loss of pest control may occur over time if these fungicides are used repeatedly in the same fields. Other resistance mechanisms that are not linked to site of action but are specific for individual chemicals, such as enhanced metabolism, may also exist. Appropriate resistance-management strategies should be followed. To delay fungicide resistance:
Where possible, rotate the use of METLOCK Fungicide and Group 3 fungicides with different chemical groups that control the same pathogens. Fungicide use should be based on an IPM program that includes scouting, record keeping, and considers cultural, biological and other chemical control practices.
Monitor treated fungal populations for resistance development.
Contact your local extension specialist or certified crop advisors for any additional pesticide resistance-management and/or IPM recommendations for the specific site and pest problems in your area.