Label - Surefire Rapide Aqua 500SC Fungicide - 220916

Product Name: Surefire Rapide Aqua 500 SC Fungicide Product ID: 86311/127510

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Growers should note that MRLs or import tolerances may not exist in all markets for produce treated with Surefire Rapide Aqua 500 SC Fungicide. If you are growing produce for export, please check with PCT Holdings Pty Ltd for the latest information on MRLs and import tolerances BEFORE using Surefire Rapide Aqua 500 SC Fungicide.

General Instructions: GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS MIXING Note: Surefire Rapide Aqua 500 SC Fungicide may be unstable in conditions where the pH is 7 or higher. It is therefore essential to check the pH of the spray solution before adding Surefire Rapide Aqua 500 SC Fungicide. A suitable registered buffering agent may have to be added to bring the pH down below 7. Add half the required water volume to the spray tank or vat with the agitation mechanism operating. Add the required volume of this product and then add additional water to the volume required. TURF NUTRITION This product acts very rapidly and where the turf is of a low nutritional status, a slight yellowing may be seen. This will be corrected by nitrogenous fertilizer application. Where possible, it is recommended that the fertilizer program should precede the fungicide application. APPLICATION Good disease control requires even, thorough coverage of the target area. Application should be made using appropriate spray equipment and sufficient water to provide adequate penetration and coverage. Equipment settings and water volume may need to vary, depending on the growth stage of the crop.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR TREE CROPS / VINES Dilute Spraying ♦ Use a sprayer designed to apply high spray volumes, 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 spray solution to cover the crop to the point of run-off. Avoid excessive run-off. ♦ The required spray volume to achieve point of run off may be determined by applying different test volumes, using different settings on the sprayer, or from industry guidelines or other 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 to achieve point of run off 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 concentrate spraying (that is a sprayer which applies spray 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 spray 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 spraying can then be calculated in the following way: EXAMPLE ONLY

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 of product per 100 L water for 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 When tank mixing products the order of mixing is determined by formulation type. As a guide the following mixing sequence is recommended:

1. Wettable powders
2. Suspension concentrates e.g. Surefire Rapide Aqua
3. Water Dispersible Granules
4. Suspo-emulsions
5. Soluble powders
6. Solutions
7. Emulsifiable concentrates
8. Soluble concentrates
9. Wetting agents and oils With any mixture, thoroughly agitate immediately before applying. It is not recommended to mix this product with more than one of the above chemicals in the tank. NOTE: *Mixing Surefire Rapide Aqua 500 SC Fungicide with Aliette WG may result in some settling out. As formulations of other manufacturers' products are beyond the control of PCT Holdings Pty Ltd, all mixtures should be tested prior to mixing commercial quantities.

Resistance Warning: FUNGICIDE RESISTANCE WARNING GROUP 2 FUNGICIDE Surefire Rapide Aqua 500 SC Fungicide is a member of the dicarboximide group of fungicides. For fungicide resistance management the product is a Group 2 fungicide. Some naturally occurring individual fungi resistant to the product and other Group 2 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 this product or other Group 2 fungicides, thus resulting in a reduction in efficacy and possible yield loss. Since the occurrence of resistant fungi is difficult to detect prior to use, PCT Holdings Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of this product to control resistant fungi.

RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT Do rotate to use products with as many different modes of action as possible to reduce the possibility of resistance development where alternatives are available. Where specific resistance management strategies are established these are detailed at the CropLife Australia website ( ) or from your local agronomist.

Precautions: DO NOT enter treated areas until the spray has dried, unless wearing cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and chemical resistant gloves. Clothing must be laundered after each days use.

Protections: PROTECTION OF CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER NON-TARGET PLANTS DO NOT apply under weather conditions, or from spraying equipment, that may cause spray drift onto nearby plants/crops, cropping lands or pastures. PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEANS AND ENVIRONMENT Toxic to aquatic organisms. DO NOT contaminate streams, rivers or waterways with the chemical or used containers.

Storage and Disposal: STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Store in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight. Triple-rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to spray tank. Do not dispose of undiluted chemicals on site. If recycling, replace cap and return clean containers to recycler or designated collection point. If not recycling, break, crush, or puncture and deliver empty packaging to an approved waste management facility. If an approved waste management facility is not available, bury the empty packaging 500 mm below the surface in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose, clear of waterways, desirable vegetation and tree roots, in compliance with relevant local, state or territory government regulations. Do not burn empty containers or product. For Refillable containers: Empty contents fully into application equipment. Close all valves and return to point of supply for refill or storage.

Safety Directions: SAFETY DIRECTIONS May irritate the eyes and skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Repeated exposure may cause allergic disorders. When opening the container and preparing spray and using the product wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and elbow-length chemical resistant gloves. In addition wear goggles when preparing product for use. Wash hands after use. After each day’s use wash gloves, gloves, goggles and contaminated clothing.

First Aid Instructions: FIRST AID If poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 13 11 26; New Zealand 0800 764 766.

First Aid Warnings:

DIRECTIONS FOR USE Tree Crops/Vines: RATE In the following table, all rates are given for dilute spraying. For concentrate spraying, refer to the Special Instructions for Tree Crops/Vines section. CRITICAL COMMENTS For all uses in this table: Apply by dilute or concentrate spraying equipment. Apply the same total amount of product to the target crop whether applying this product by dilute or concentrate spraying methods. Refer to the Special Instructions for Tree Crops/Vines section

Berries: (See Tree Crops/Vines for boysenberries, raspberries and youngberries)

ORNAMENTALS AND TURF

¹ Safety to all turf varieties has not been tested and it is therefore recommended that small areas be tested for turf safety before largescale application occurs.

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR IN ANY MANNER, CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION