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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system. Arroz 80 provides control of listed weeds that infest rice. It behaves selectively, by postemergent contact to the emerged weeds. Arroz 80 is a Group 2 herbicide which works by inhibiting the ALS (acetolactate synthase) enzyme in the weeds. Vulnerable weeds will stop growing and take on a yellow color within 3 to 7 days after application; will exhibit browning within 7 to 14 days after application; will experience death of stem and weeds 14 to 21 days after application (complete control after application of Arroz 80 will occur in 14 to 21 days). Arroz 80 is a contact herbicide, and does not have any soil activity, therefore make certain that weeds are adequately covered with Arroz 80 for desired results. Eight hours after treatment Arroz 80 is considered rainfast. Arroz 80 has a broad application period, and can be a key component in a weed management system, when employed alongside an effective resistance management strategy. After application of this product, some temporary injury to rice may be observed. This will not affect yields. Any injury to rice can be mitigated by top dressing with fertilizer (which will hasten injury recovery). Arroz 80 will not provide any residual control or prevent reinfestation of weeds that germinate after treatment.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For optimum efficacy apply the spray solution in a manner that promotes maximum coverage, i.e. proper water volume, correct spray nozzles, optimum weed size, etc. Arroz 80 can be applied:

• By aircraft, with a total spray volume of 10 gallons or greater per acre

• By ground equipment with a total spray volume of 15 to 20 gallons or greater per acre If spray volume is not sufficient, weed control can be compromised. If foliage canopy is heavy, use enough spray volume to reach and adequately cover weeds. Any factor that unfavorably affects weed coverage can result in compromised weed control. Buffer the application water if the pH is above 7.0 or below 6.0. Do not use turbid, high sediment or ditch water.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING WATER SOLUBLE PACKAGES DIRECTLY INTO SPRAY TANKS: Water Soluble Packages (WSPs) are designed to dissolve in water. Agitation may be used, if necessary, to help dissolve the WSP. Failure to follow handling and mixing instructions can increase your exposure to the pesticide products in WSPs. WSPs, when used properly, qualify as a closed mixing/loading system under the Agricultural Worker Protection Standard [40 CFR 170.607(d)].

HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS

Follow these steps when handling pesticide products in WSPs: 1) Mix in spray tank only. 2) Handle WSP(s) in a manner that protects package from breakage and/or unintended release of contents. If package is broken, put on PPE required for clean-up and then continue with mixing instructions. 3) Keep the WSP(s) in outer packaging until just before use. 4) Keep the WSP dry prior to adding to the spray tank. 5) Handle with dry gloves and according to the label instructions for PPE. 6) Keep WSP intact. Do not cut or puncture WSP. 7) Reseal the WSP outer package to protect any unused WSP(s)

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS

Follow the steps below when mixing this product, including if tank mixed with other pesticide products. If being tank mixed, the mixing directions 1 through 9 below take precedence over the mixing directions of the other tank mix products. WSPs may, in some cases, be mixed with other pesticide products so long as the directions for use of all mixed products do not conflict. Do not tank mix this product with products that prohibit tank mixing or have conflicting mixing directions.

1) If a basket or strainer is present in the tank hatch, remove prior to adding the WSP to the tank.

2) Fill tank with water to approximately one-third to one-half of the desired final volume of spray.

3) Stop adding water and stop any agitation.

4) Place intact/unopened WSP(s) into the tank.

5) Do not spray water from a hose or fill pipe to break or dissolve the WSP(s).

6) Start mechanical and recirculation agitation from the bottom of tank without using any overhead recirculation, if possible. If overhead recirculation cannot be turned off, close the hatch before starting agitation.

7) Dissolving the WSP(s) may take up to 5 minutes or longer, depending on water temperature, water hardness and intensity of agitation.

8) Stop agitation before tank lid is opened.

9) Open the lid to the tank, exercising caution to avoid contact with dusts or spray mix, to verify that the WSP’s have fully dissolved and the contents have been thoroughly mixed into the solution.

10) Do not add other allowed products or complete filling the tank until the bags have fully dissolved and pesticide is thoroughly mixed.

11) Once the WSP have fully dissolved and any other products have been added to the tank, resume filling the tank with water to the desired level, close the tank lid, and resume agitation. 12) Use the spray solution when mixing is complete.

13) Maintain agitation of the diluted pesticide mix during transport and application.

14) It is unlawful to use any registered pesticide, including WSP’s, in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Observe the following precautions when mixing:

• Make sure all spray and application equipment are clean prior to mixing Arroz 80; clean equipment well after completing application of Arroz 80 (see PREPARATION AND CLEANUP OF APPLICATION EQUIPMENT, below)

• Do not allow Arroz 80 packets to become wet prior to mixing, and do not handle packets with wet gloves

• If any Arroz 80 packets are unused, outer container must be closed and tightly resealed to protect the packets and preserve the integrity of the water soluble packaging

• Make sure that water soluble packets have completely dissolved prior to adding any additional ingredients (it should take the packets about 5 minutes to wholly dissolve)

• Cold water, insufficient agitation or water with high rates of sulfur or boron could unfavorably affect dispersal of Arroz 80, resulting in potential clogging of nozzle or spray screen Arroz 80 can be kept in the mix or spray tank for three days following mixing, without a reduction in efficacy. If spray solution is held for a period of time, be sure to mix/agitate fully prior to use.