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For the treatment of stored seed and table Potato tubers for the control of Dry Rot and Gangrene.

RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT
TECTO SC is a member of the Methyl Benzimidazole Carbamates (MBC) (1) group of fungicides. Resistance to this fungicide could develop from repeated use. To minimise this risk use strictly in accordance with label instructions and resistance management strategies.

GENERAL INFORMATION
TECTO SC is a tuber seed treatment for application to potato tubers for the control of Potato Dry Rot (Fusarium spp.) and Gangrene (Phoma exigua) on stored seed and table potatoes.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE
It is an offence to use this product on animals.
It is an offence for users of this product to cause residues exceeding the relevant MRL in the New Zealand (Maximum Residue Limits of Agricultural Compounds) Food Standards.

POTATOES
Disease: Potato Dry Rot (Fusarium spp.), Gangrene (Phoma exigua)
Rate: 1 litre in 22 litres of water. Apply 2 litres of the mixture per tonne of tubers.
Critical Comments: Potatoes should be treated as soon as possible, but within 2 weeks of harvesting and grading prior to storage. Remove excess dirt and dust before treatment. Apply as a fine mist spray to dampen the tubers. Ensure that even and complete coverage of the potatoes is obtained by adequate rotation of the tubers along the conveyor line. DO NOT over wet, or tubers will need to be dried before storage. The suspension must be kept under continuous agitation before and during spraying. Ensure the mixture is fully in suspension before use after a stoppage.

MIXING
- Ensure mixing and application equipment is clean before use.
- Fill the mixing tank 3/4 full with water and begin agitation.
- Shake the container of TECTO SC to ensure uniform suspension and add the required amount to the mixing tank.
- Fill the tank with water to the required level.

STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place, avoiding temperatures below 0°C or above 35°C.