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DIRECTIONS FOR USE
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its  labeling.
Do not use this product until you have read the entire label. Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either directly or through drift. Only protected handlers may be in the area during application.
For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for pesticide regulation.
In the State of New York Only: Not For Use In Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

PRODUCT INFORMATION
LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE is a water-soluble herbicide for application as a foliar spray for the control of a broad spectrum of emerged annual and perennial grass and broadleaf weeds in LibertyLink canola, LibertyLink corn, LibertyLink cotton, and LibertyLink soybean. LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may also be applied as a broadcast burndown application before planting or prior to emergence of any conventional or transgenic variety of canola, corn, cotton, soybean, or sugar beet.
LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE is only foliar-active with little or no activity in soil. Weeds that emerge after application will not be controlled. Apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE to actively growing weeds as described  in the Weed Control Recommendations for Row Crops section to get maximum weed control. Uniform, thorough spray coverage is necessary to achieve consistent weed control. Necrosis of leaves and young shoots occur within 2 to 4 days after application under good growing conditions.
LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE is rainfast four (4) hours after application to most weed species; therefore, rainfall within four (4) hours may necessitate retreatment or may result in reduced weed control.
Applications should be made between dawn and 2 hours before sunset to avoid the possibility of reduced lambsquarters and velvetleaf control.
Consult your local Cooperative Extension Service or Bayer CropScience Representative for guidelines on the optimum application timing for Liberty 280 SL Herbicide in your region.
Weed control may be reduced if application is made when heavy dew, fog, and mist/rain are present; or when weeds are under stress due to environmental conditions such as drought, cool temperatures, or extended periods of cloudiness.
To maximize weed control, do not cultivate from 5 days before an application to 7 days after an application.

Integrated Weed Management
The active ingredient in LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE is glufosinate-ammonium, which is a glutamine synthetase inhibitor (Group 10). Integrated weed management guidelines promote an economically viable, environmentally sustainable, and socially acceptable weed control program regardless of the herbicide(s) used. The highlights of a successful integrated weed management include:
1. Correctly identify weeds and look for trouble areas within field to identify resistance indicators.
2. Rotate crops.
3. Start the growing season with clean fields.
4. Rotate herbicide modes of action by using multiple modes of action during the growing season and apply no more than two applications of a single herbicide mode of action to the same field in a two-year period. One method to accomplish this is to rotate herbicide tolerant trait systems.
5. Apply listed rates of herbicides to actively growing weeds at the correct time with the right application techniques.
6. Control any weeds that may have escaped the herbicide application.
7. Thoroughly clean field equipment between fields.
Contact your local agronomic advisor for more specific information on integrated weed management for your area.

APPLICATION AND MIXING PROCEDURES
Do not use flood jet nozzles, controlled droplet application equipment, or air-assisted spray equipment. Uniform, thorough spray coverage is important to achieve consistent weed control.

COMPATIBILITY TESTING
If LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE is to be mixed with pesticide products not listed on this label, test the compatibility of the intended tank mixture prior to mixing the products in the spray tank. The following procedure assumes a spray volume of 25 gallons per acre. For other spray volumes, adjust the amount of the water used accordingly. Check compatibility as follows:
1. Place 1.0 pint of water from the source that will be used to prepare the spray solution in a clear 1-quart jar.
2. For each pound of a dry tank mix partner to be applied per acre, add 1.5 teaspoons to the jar.
3. For each 16 fl oz of a liquid tank mix partner to be applied per acre, add 0.5 teaspoon to the jar.
4. For each 16 fl oz of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE to be applied per acre, add 0.5 teaspoon to the jar.
5. After adding all the ingredients, place a lid on the jar and tighten. Invert 10 times to mix.
6. Let the mixture stand for 15 minutes, and evaluate the solution for uniformity and stability. Look for separation, large flakes, precipitates, gels, heavy oily film on the jar, or other signs of incompatibility. If the tank mix partners are not compatible, do not use the mixture in a spray tank.
7. After compatibility testing is complete, dispose of any pesticide wastes in accordance with the Storage and Disposal section of this label.

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
Tank Mix Instructions: LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be applied in tank mix combinations with labeled rates of other products provided these other products are labeled for the timing and method of application for the crop to be treated. The tank mix partner must be used in accordance with the label limitations and precautions. No label dosage rates may be exceeded. LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE cannot be mixed with any product containing a label prohibition against such mixing. Refer to the specific crop section for rates and other restrictions.
LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE must be applied with properly calibrated and clean equipment. LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE is formulated to mix readily in water. Prior to adding LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE to the spray tank, ensure that the spray tank is thoroughly clean, particularly if a herbicide with the potential to injure crops was previously used (see Cleaning Instructions).
Mix LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE with water to make a finished spray solution as follows:
1. Fill the spray tank half full with water.
2. Start agitation.
3. If mixing with a flowable/wettable powder tank mix partner. Prepare a slurry of the proper amount of the product in a small amount of water. Add the slurry to the spray tank.
4. Add the appropriate amount of ammonium sulfate (AMS) to the spray tank.
5. If mixing with a liquid tank mix partner, add the liquid mix partner next.
6. Complete filling the spray tank with water.
7. Add the proper amount of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE and continue agitation.
8. If foaming occurs, use a silicone-based antifoam agent.
Ensure that all spray system lines including pipes, booms, etc. have the correct concentration of spray solution by flushing out the spray system lines before starting the crop application.
If tank mix partners recommended on this label are added, maintain good agitation at all times until contents of the tank are sprayed. If the spray mixture is allowed to settle, thorough agitation is required to re-suspend the mixture before spraying is resumed. Keep bypass line on or near bottom of tank to minimize foaming. Screen size in nozzles or line strainers must be 50 mesh or larger.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS FOR BURNDOWN USE
LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be applied as a burndown treatment prior to planting or prior to emergence of any conventional or transgenic variety of canola, corn, cotton, soybean or sugar beet. Apply a minimum of 29 fl oz/A of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE for burndown of existing weeds just prior to planting or prior to emergence of canola, corn, cotton, soybean, or sugar beets. For best results, apply to emerged, young, actively growing weeds. Warm temperatures, high humidity, and bright sunlight improve the performance of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE. Weed control may be reduced when applications are made to weeds under stress due to drought or cool temperatures.
In cotton, if environmental conditions prevent timely applications, a single application may be made of up to 43 fl oz/A of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE. If more than 29 fl oz/A are used in any single application, the season total may not exceed 72 fl oz/A, including all application timings.
In soybean, if environmental conditions prevent timely applications, a single application may be made of up to 36 fl oz/A of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE. If 29-36 fl oz/A are used in a single burndown application, one additional in-season application may be made at up to 29 fl oz/A. The season total may not exceed 65 fl oz/A, including all application timings.
In canola, corn, and sugar beets, if environmental conditions prevent timely applications, a single application may be made of up to 36 fl oz/A of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE. No additional applications of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be made post emergence to the crop during the growing season.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS FOR USE ON CANOLA
Apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE only to canola labeled as LibertyLink. Uniform, thorough spray coverage is necessary to achieve consistent weed control.

APPLICATION RATE AND TIMING
For best results, apply to emerged, young, actively growing weeds. Warm temperatures, high humidity, and bright sunlight improve the performance of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE. Weed control may be reduced when applications are made to weeds under stress due to drought or cool temperatures. For optimal yield, early season weed removal is important.
Applications of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE on canola may be made from the cotyledon stage up to the early bolting stage of the canola. Slight discoloration of the canola may be visible after application. This effect is temporary and will not influence crop growth, maturity, or yield.
Apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE at 22 fl oz/A per application. A second application of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be needed to control weeds that have not yet emerged at the time of application.

RESTRICTIONS TO THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE ON CANOLA
DO NOT use on canola in the states of Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.
DO NOT apply more than two applications of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE per growing season. Sequential applications should be at least 10 days apart.
DO NOT apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE within 65 days of harvesting canola.
DO NOT apply more than 44 fl oz/A of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE per growing season.
If LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE was used in a burndown application, no post emergence applications may be applied to the crop.
DO NOT graze the treated crop or cut for hay.
DO NOT apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE if canola shows injury from prior herbicide applications or environmental stress (drought, excessive rainfall, etc.).
DO NOT apply this product through any type of irrigation system.
Refer to the “Rotational Crop Restrictions” section under the “Product Information” heading of this label for the appropriate rotational crop plant back intervals.

SPRAY ADDITIVES
LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE must be applied with ammonium sulfate (AMS). Use only fine feed grade or spray grade AMS at 3 pounds per acre. Anti-foams or drift control agents may be added if needed. Use of additional surfactants or crop oils may increase risk of crop response.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS FOR USE ON FIELD CORN AND SILAGE CORN
Apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE only to corn labeled as LibertyLink. Uniform, thorough spray coverage is necessary to achieve consistent weed control.

APPLICATION RATE AND TIMING
For best results, apply to emerged, young, actively growing weeds. Warm temperatures, high humidity, and bright sunlight improve the performance of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE. Weed control may be reduced when applications are made to weeds under stress due to drought or cool temperatures. For optimal yield, early season weed removal is important.
Applications of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE on corn may be made with over-the-top broadcast or drop nozzles from emergence until corn is 24 inches tall or in the V-7 stage of growth, i.e., 7 developed collars, whichever comes first. For corn 24 inches to 36 inches tall, only apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE using ground application and drop nozzles and avoid spraying into the whorl or leaf axils of the corn stalks. Applications of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE following the use of soil-applied insecticides will not injure corn.
Apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE at 22 fl oz/A per application. A second application of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE or a tank mix application with a residual herbicide will be needed to control weeds that have not yet emerged at the time of application.

RESTRICTIONS TO THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE ON FIELD CORN, AND SILAGE CORN
DO NOT apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE within 60 days of harvesting corn forage and within 70 days of harvesting corn grain and corn fodder.
DO NOT apply more than two applications of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE to the corn crop. Sequential applications should be at least 10 days apart.
DO NOT apply more than 44 fl oz/A of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE on corn per growing season.
If LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE was used in a burndown application, no post emergence applications may be applied to the crop.
DO NOT use nitrogen solutions as spray carriers. A silicone-based antifoam agent may be added if needed.
DO NOT apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE if corn shows injury from prior herbicide applications or environmental stress (drought, excessive rainfall, etc.).
DO NOT apply this product through any type of irrigation system.
Refer to the “Rotational Crop Restrictions” section under the “Product Information” heading of this label for the appropriate rotational crop plant back intervals.

SPRAY ADDITIVES
For corn, LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE must be applied with ammonium sulfate (AMS). It is recommended to use only fine feed grade or spray grade AMS at 3 lbs per acre (17 lbs/100 gallons). When temperatures exceed 85° F, the rate of AMS can be reduced to 1.5 lbs per acre (8.5 lbs/100 gallons) to reduce potential leaf burn.
Use of additional surfactants or crop oils may increase risk of crop response.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS FOR USE ON COTTON
Uniform, thorough spray coverage is necessary to achieve consistent weed control. LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be applied as a broadcast, over-the-top, post-emergence spray or as a directed spray only to LibertyLink cotton. This product may be applied post-emergence to non-LibertyLink cotton varieties or cultivars by using equipment designed to minimize contact of the spray with the cotton foliage. See the Application Methods on Non- LibertyLink Cotton section for selection of shielding equipment. Severe injury or death may result if the LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE contacts the foliage or stems of cotton NOT labeled as LibertyLink.

APPLICATION RATE AND TIMING
For best results, apply to emerged, young, actively growing weeds. Warm temperatures, high humidity, and bright sunlight improve the performance of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE. Weed control may be reduced when applications are made to weeds under stress due to drought or cool temperatures. For optimal yield, early season weed removal is important.
Apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE to cotton from emergence up to the early bloom stage at 22 to 29 fl oz/A. Should environmental conditions prevent a timely herbicide application, a single application of up to 43 fl oz/A of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be made to cotton. If more than 29 fl oz/A are used in any single application, the seasonal total may not exceed 72 fl oz/A, including all application timings. See Restrictions to the Directions for use on Cotton below for additional information.
Refer to the Weed Control Table for Row Crops section of this label for selection of the proper rate dependent upon weed species present and size. In weed populations with mixed species, select the highest rate required to control all the species. Volunteer LibertyLink crop plants (corn, cotton, soybeans, sugar beets) from the previous season will not be controlled by applications of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE. A repeat application of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE or tank mixes with a residual herbicide will be needed to control weeds that have not emerged at the time of application. See the Tank Mix Instructions for Use on Cotton to select suitable tank mix partners.

RESTRICTIONS TO THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE ON COTTON
DO NOT apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE to cotton in Florida, South of Tampa (Florida Route 60), or in Hawaii, except for test plots or breeding nurseries.
DO NOT apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE within 70 days prior to cotton harvest.
Up to three applications of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be made to cotton per season at a maximum application rate of 29 fl oz/A. DO NOT apply more than 87 fl oz (including all application timings) to cotton per season under this application scenario. Sequential applications should be at least 10 days apart.
If environmental conditions prevent timely applications resulting in large weeds or heavy infestations, a single application of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE at up to 43 fl oz/A may be made to cotton.
DO NOT apply more than 43 fl oz of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE in a single application under this use scenario. If a single application greater than 29 fl oz is made, a subsequent application not to exceed 29 fl oz may be made to cotton. The seasonal total use rate under this scenario may not exceed 72 fl oz of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE. Sequential applications should be at least 10 days apart.
DO NOT apply this product through any type of irrigation system.
Refer to the “Rotational Crop Restrictions” section under the “Product Information” heading of this label for the appropriate rotational crop plant back intervals.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS FOR USE ON SOYBEANS
Apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE only to soybean designated as LibertyLink. Uniform, thorough spray coverage is necessary to achieve consistent weed control.
APPLICATION RATE AND TIMING
For best results, apply to emerged, young, actively growing weeds. Warm temperatures, high humidity, and bright sunlight improve the performance of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE. Weed control may be reduced when applications are made to weeds under stress due to drought or cool temperatures. Adding ammonium sulfate with LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may improve weed control if weeds are under stress. For optimal yield, early season weed removal is important.
Applications of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE on soybeans may be made from emergence up to but not including the bloom growth stage.
Apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE to LibertyLink soybeans from emergence up to but not including the bloom growth stage at 22 to 29 fl oz/A. See weed chart to determine rate. Should environmental conditions prevent a timely herbicide application, a single application of up to 36 fl oz/A of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be made to soybeans followed by one additional application at a maximum of 29 fl oz/A with a seasonal maximum of 65 fl oz/A. LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be applied alone, or in a tank mix application with a residual herbicide to control weeds that have not yet emerged at the time of application.
Although timely post applications of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE can provide complete weed control, residual herbicides at burndown, planting, or tank mixed with LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE help ensure optimal weed management, particularly if environmental conditions delay timely post applications. Residual herbicides can also reduce early season weed competition and are a key element of good weed resistance management practices.

RESTRICTIONS TO THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE ON SOYBEANS
DO NOT apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE within 70 days of harvesting soybean seed.
DO NOT apply more than 65 fl oz/A of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE on soybeans per growing season.
DO NOT apply more than 36 fl oz/A of LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE in a single application.
DO NOT graze the treated crop or cut for hay.
DO NOT use nitrogen solutions as spray carriers. A silicone-based antifoam agent may be added if needed.
DO NOT apply LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE if soybeans show injury from prior herbicide applications or environmental stress (drought, excessive rainfall, etc.).
DO NOT apply this product through any type of irrigation system.
Refer to the “Rotational Crop Restrictions” section under the “Product Information” heading of this label for the appropriate rotational crop plant back intervals.
Sequential applications should be at least 5 days apart.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS FOR CANOLA, CORN, COTTON, AND SOYBEAN SEED PROPAGATION
LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be applied to select out susceptible “segregates,” i.e., canola, corn, cotton, and soybean plants that are not tolerant to glufosinate-ammonium during seed propagation.
Canola: LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may also be used in canola seed propagation as a foliar spray to selectively eliminate canola plants that do not carry a gene that imparts tolerance to glufosinate-ammonium and as such, can be applied to remove susceptible segregates during canola seed propagation. Breeding material not possessing the glufosinate-ammonium tolerance gene will be severely injured or killed if treated with this herbicide. See Application Use Directions for Use on Canola for use rates and application timing.
Corn: Inbred lines, plants not possessing glufosinate-ammonium tolerance, will be severely injured or killed if treated with this herbicide. A hooded sprayer may be used to protect plants from coming into contact with the herbicide application. For the selection of tolerant corn “segregates”, LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be applied at 22 fl oz/A plus AMS at 3 lb/A (17 lb/100 gallons) when corn is in the V-3 to V-4 stage of growth, i.e., 3 to 4 developed collars. A second treatment of 22 fl oz/A plus AMS at 3 lbs/A may be applied when the corn is in the V-6 to V-7 stage of growth or up to 24” tall. Sequential applications should be at least 10 days apart. When temperatures exceed 85° F, the rate of AMS can be reduced to 1.5 lbs/A (8.5 lbs/100 gallons) to reduce potential leaf burn.
Cotton: LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may also be used in cotton seed propagation as a foliar spray to selectively eliminate cotton plants that do not carry a gene that imparts tolerance to glufosinate-ammonium and as such, can be applied to remove susceptible segregates during cotton seed propagation. Breeding material not possessing the glufosinate-ammonium tolerance gene will be severely injured or killed if treated with this herbicide. See Application Use Directions for Use on Cotton for use rates and application timing.
Soybeans: For the selection of tolerant soybean “segregates”, LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE may be applied at up to 22 to 36 fl oz/A when soybean is in the third trifoliate stage. A second treatment of 22 to 29 fl oz/A may be applied up to but not including the bloom growth stage of soybean. Sequential applications should be at least 5 days apart.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal.
PESTICIDE STORAGE: Do not use or store near heat or open flame. Keep the container tightly closed and dry in a cool, well-ventilated place. Storage temperature should not exceed 125°F. If storage temperature for bulk LIBERTY 280 SL HERBICIDE is below 32°F, the material should not be pumped until its temperature exceeds 32° F.  Protect against direct sunlight.

IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE
Read the entire Directions for Use, Conditions, Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitations of Liability before using this product. If terms are not acceptable, return the unopened product container at once.
By using this product, user or buyer accepts the following Conditions, Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitations of Liability.
CONDITIONS: The directions for use of this product are believed to be adequate and must be followed carefully. However, it is impossible to eliminate all risks associated with the use of this product. Crop injury, ineffectiveness or other unintended consequences may result because of such factors as weather conditions, presence of other materials, or the manner of use or application, all of which are beyond the control of Bayer CropScience. All such risks shall be assumed by the user or buyer.