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DIRECTIONS FOR USE

When to apply:
To obtain optimum results, spray PFIZOL-10 TOBACCO SUCKER CONTROL AGENT before topping at the mid-button stage. Top the tobacco plants at any time after spraying, but generally within one week and remove any suckers that were missed.
PFIZOL-10 TOBACCO SUCKER CONTROL AGENT may also be applied after topping. Spray the plants with-in two days of topping first removing any suckers over 3 cm in length. Due to the rapid growth after topping, extra caution should be taken when spraying 8-36 hours after topping. Straighten any plants that are leaning so that the emulsion runs evenly down the stalk and comes into contact with each sucker.

PFIZOL-10 TOBACCO SUCKER CONTROL AGENT may be applied at any time during the day. For optimum results do NOT apply during the following conditions: when leaves are wet with dew; when leaves begin to close at night; when temperatures drop below 18°-21°C; when wind is high enough to turn top leaves over; during a rain or when plants are wet. Rain may affect results if it occurs within one hour of spraying and respraying may be necessary. Spraying too soon after rain or irrigation when plants are tender or when there is excessive heat or humidity may cause leaf injury. Do not spray PFIZOL-10 TOBACCO SUCKER CONTROL AGENT when favourable conditions exist for the spread of hollow stalk or stem-rot.

Rate of application:
Before topping: Mix 14-17L (Maritimes 14L) in 450L of water. There is enough emulsion to spray one hectare.
After topping: Mix 17L-20L (Maritimes 17L) of Pfizol-10 Tobacco Sucker Control
Agent in 450 Litres of water. This is enough emulsion to spray one hectare.
IMPORTANT: For local recommendations, consult your Provincial Agricultural Extension office.

Method of application:
To prepare the dilute emulsion, first add a small amount of water to the spray tank. Next, add the required amount of PFIZOL-10 TOBACCO SUCKER CONTROL AGENT followed by the remainder of the water.

Note: for best results, add the concentrated product to the spray tank before the large volume of water is added. Mix the solution thoroughly with a stick before spraying. If you stop during spraying, be sure to mix the solution again before spraying.
When spraying PFIZOL-10 TOBACCO SUCKER CONTROL AGENT, three full cone nozzles per row is recommended. Use a TG-5 directly over the centre of the row and two TG-3’s, 23 cm on either side directed at or slightly above the top of the stalk. Spray the dilute emulsion from a height of 30-35 cm above the top of the plant. Recommended speed is 5 km/h with a pressure of 100-115 kPa.

How often to apply: A single application of PFIZOL-10 TOBACCO SUCKER CONTROL AGENT is, in most cases, sufficient to control both primary and secondary suckers. If, however, conditions become favourable for secondary sucker regrowth, make a second application 5 to 7 days after the first application.