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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

FUNGICIDE RESISTANCE WARNING

OzCrop Propiconazole 250 EC is a member of the DMI group of fungicides. For fungicide resistance management, Propiconazole 250 EC is a Group 3 fungicide. Some naturally occurring individual fungi resistant to Propiconazole 250 EC and other Group 3 fungicides may exist through normal genetic variability in any fungal population. The resistant individuals can eventually dominate the fungal population if these fungicides are used repeatedly. These resistant fungi will not be controlled by Propiconazole 250 EC and other Group 3 fungicides, resulting in a reduction in efficacy and possible yield loss.

Since the occurrence of resistant fungi is difficult to detect prior to use, OzCrop Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of Propiconazole 250 EC to control resistant fungi.

MIXING

Add the required amount directly to the spray tank and mix well.

Pineapples – Preplant dip:

Add the required amount of Propiconazole 250 EC directly to the dip and mix well. Avoid excessive contamination of the dip with organic matter.

APPLICATION

May be applied by boom spray or aircraft.

Cereals:

Ensure complete coverage of all leaves and stems is obtained. The object of spraying is to keep the upper 2-3 leaves green and functioning through the grain-filling stage.

With aircraft, as a guide, apply 10-20 L/ha with the lower rate being used when applications are made with a crosswind of not less than 5 knots. Use the higher rates when applying to dense crops.

• Wheat - Stripe Rust - susceptible varieties: Apply when 10% leaves infected.
• Wheat - Stripe Rust - moderately susceptible varieties: Apply when 15-20% leaves infected.

Apricots, Plums, and other Stone Fruit:

Apply by high volume (dilute) sprayer or by concentrate sprayer.

Dilute Spraying:

Use a sprayer designed to apply high volumes of water up to the point of run-off and matched to the crop being sprayed. Set up and operate the sprayer to achieve even coverage throughout the crop canopy. Apply sufficient water to cover the crop to the point of run-off. Avoid excessive runoff. The required water volume may be determined by applying different test volumes, using different settings on the sprayer, from industry guidelines, or expert advice. Add the amount of product specified in the Directions For Use table for each 100 L of water. Spray to the point of run-off. The required dilute spray volume will change, and the sprayer set up and operation may also need to be changed as the crop grows.

Concentrate Spraying:

Use a sprayer designed and set up for the concentrate spraying (that is a sprayer which applies water volumes less than those required to reach the point of run-off) and matched to the crop being sprayed. Set up and operate the sprayer to achieve even coverage throughout the crop canopy using your chosen water volume. Determine an appropriate dilute spray volume (See Dilute Spraying above) for the crop canopy. This is needed to calculate the concentrate mixing rate. The mixing rate for concentrate can then be calculated in the following way:

1. Dilute spray volume as determined above: For example, 1500 L/ha.
2. Your chosen concentrate spray volume: For example, 500 L/ha.
3. The concentration factor in this example is: 3 x (i.e., 1500 L ÷ 500 L = 3).
4. If the dilute label rate is 10 mL/100 L, then the concentrate rate becomes 3 x 10, that is 30 mL/100 L of concentrate spraying.

The chosen spray volume, amount of product per 100 L of water, and the sprayer set up and operation may need to be changed as the crop grows. For further information on concentrate spraying, users are advised to consult relevant industry guidelines, undertake appropriate competency training and follow industry Best Practices.

COMPATIBILITY

PROPICONAZOLE 250 EC may be mixed with any one of the registered products containing azinphos-methyl, chlorothalonil, copper oxychloride, demeton-s-methyl, diazinon, dimethoate, mancozeb, metalaxyl, methomyl, parathion, propargite and zineb.

Mixtures with more than one of the above are not recommended.

PRECAUTIONS

Re-entry Period: DO NOT enter treated area until spray has dried.

PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEANS, AND ENVIRONMENT

DO NOT contaminate streams, rivers or waterways with the chemical or used containers.

PROTECTION OF LIVESTOCK

Low hazard to bees. No special precautions are required.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL

• 10L, 20L: Store in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area. DO NOT store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
• Triple or preferably pressure rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to spray tank. DO NOT dispose of undiluted chemicals on site.
• For Pineapples, dispose of spent dip in an approved landfill, or bury under at least 500 mm of soil in a non-crop, non-pasture area away from water sources or homes. If recycling, replace cap and return clean containers to recycler or designated collection point. If not recycling, break, crush, or puncture and bury empty containers in a local authority landfill. If no landfill is available, bury the containers below 500 mm in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable vegetation and tree roots. Empty containers and product should not be burnt.
• For refillable containers, empty contents fully into application equipment. Close all valves and return to point of supply for refill or storage.