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GENERAL INFORMATION

Flame is a contact herbicide with some activity via root uptake. Flame is intended for the control of certain broad-leaved weeds in winter wheat and in winter and spring barley. Flame may be applied post-emergence of the crop in the spring from the three leaf unfolded stage (GS13) until the flag leaf ligule is just visible (GS39). Best results will be obtained from early post-emergence applications to weeds that are small and actively growing.

WARNINGS AND RESTRICTIONS

EXTREME CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO AVOID SPRAY DRIFT onto non-crop plants outside the target area.
DO NOT APPLY under windy conditions.
DO NOT ALLOW SPRAY SWATHS TO OVERLAP as crop damage may occur.
Do not apply to broadcast crops.
Do not treat undersown cereals or those due to be undersown
Do not cultivate or disturb the soil after application.
Do not use on any soil with poor or compacted soil structure or that is subject to waterlogging.
A reduced level of weed control may result if a prolonged dry period follows application.
Under certain climatic conditions, some transient discolouration of the crop foliage may occur, which can be particularly severe if heavy rain falls soon after application. These transient symptoms are quickly outgrown and have no adverse effect on crop yield.
Do not apply to crops that are under stress from any cause including pest or disease attack, frost damage or nutrient deficiency.
Avoid making applications during prolonged or severe frosty conditions as there is a risk of transitory crop damage from which the crop will normally recover.
Trace amounts of Flame remaining in the sprayer after use can cause damage to other crops subsequently treated with the same equipment.
Immediately after use thoroughly clean the sprayer and all equipment as detailed in the section “SPRAYER DECONTAMINATION”.
Contract agents should be consulted before using on crops grown for seed.
Effects on processed crops have not been established. Consult processor before using on crops intended for processing.

RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT

This product contains tribenuron-methyl, which is an ALS inhibitor. Tribenuron methyl is classified by the Herbicide Resistance Action Committee (HRAC) as ‘Group B’.
When herbicides with the same mode of action are used repeatedly over several years in the same field, selection of resistant biotypes can take place.
These can propagate and may become dominating. A weed species is considered resistant to a herbicide if it survives a correctly-applied treatment at the recommended dose.
Development of resistance within a weed species can be avoided or delayed by sequencing or tank-mixing with suitable products having a different mode of action.
A strategy for preventing and managing resistance should be adopted. The Weed Resistance Action Groups have produced guidelines and copies are available from AHDB, CPA, your distributor, crop adviser or product manufacturer.
The weed resistance strategy should be based on Good Agricultural Practice and include the following:
DO NOT use ‘Flame’ as the sole means of weed control in successive crops.
• Follow the label recommendations.
• Adopt complementary weed control practices.
• Minimise the risk of spreading weed infestations.
• Implement good spraying practice to maintain effective weed control.
• Use the correct spray nozzles to maximise coverage.
• Apply only under appropriate weather conditions.
• Monitor herbicide performance and report any unexpected results to Albaugh UK Ltd.

APPLICATION

Before use, make sure the spraying equipment is cleaned from any previous use and that it is calibrated to apply the recommended spray volume and pressure. After use, make sure the sprayer and all equipment are thoroughly cleaned as detailed in the section “SPRAYER DECONTAMINATION”.
Apply 30 g/ha in 200 litres of water per hectare as a MEDIUM spray (BCPC). Do not allow the spray boom to bounce or yaw, and ensure an even coverage of the weed foliage.

MIXING

Quarter fill the sprayer tank with clean water and begin gentle agitation. Add the required quantity of product into the sprayer tank and allow to disperse fully. Rinse the empty containers thoroughly by using an integrated pressure rinsing device or manually rinsing three times. Add the washings to the sprayer and continue agitation whilst topping up the tank with water to the required level. Continue agitation until the mix is sprayed out. Spray immediately after mixing, do not allow the mixture to stand in the sprayer. When using tank-mixes follow any specified order of addition on the partner product label(s).