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Active Constituent(s):
18g/Labamectin |
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| Registered For |
Commercial Use
 Domestic Use  |
| Overview |
For the control of certain mites on cotton, citrus,apples, capsicums, hops, pears, tomatoes, ornamentals and strawberries and Native Budworm on cotton. |
| Chemical Group |
macrocyclic lactone |
| General Instructions |
Restraints
DO NOT spray if rain seems likely before spray has dried on the leaves. Failure to observe this restraint may result in reduced efficacy.
This product is not systemic, but quickly moves into leaves following application. It is important that thorough coverage is achieved so that the maximum amount of product can be deposited on the leaf surface for uptake and subsequent ingestion by sucking mites. Product that is not absorbed by leaves is quickly degraded.
Resistance
It is known that early development of mite resistance may occur if one particular miticide and miticides from one particular chemical group are continually used. For this reason it is recommended that this product be applied no more than twice in one season and preferably only once per season. A second application is only recommended where mite pressure is very high. It is also recommended to alternate this product with miticides from a different chemical group. Consult your local supplier or technical adviser for further information on chemical groups.
Insecticide Resistance Warning
For insect resistance management TITAN Abamectin Insecticide/Miticide is a group 6A miticide and insecticide. Some naturally occurring insect biotypes resistant to this product and other group 6A insecticides may exist through normal genetic variability in any insect population. The resistant individuals can eventually dominate the insect population if the product or other Group 6A insecticides are used repeatedly. The effectiveness of the product on resistant individuals could be significantly reduced.
Since occurrence of resistant individuals is difficult to detect prior to use, TITAN AG Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of this product to control resistant insects It is recommended that this product be applied no more than the following amount of times per season/crop and that it is not used consecutively except where a two-spray schedule is specifically recommended:
Cotton: No more than twice in one season and preferably only once per season. A second application is only recommended where mite pressure is very high.
Apples, Capsicums, Pears, Citrus, Hops: One spray per season.
Tomatoes: Two sprays per season, five sprays if mites are NOT present.
Strawberries: Two sprays per season.
This product must not be applied in two consecutive seasons or crops without an unrelated chemical being used in between. Alternate this product with approved miticides from other chemical groups. For further information contact your local supplier, TITAN AG representative or local agricultural department agronomist.
It is essential to carry our regular crop monitoring of mite levels (every 2-3 days for cotton and every 3-5 days for other crops) to ensure the product is applied at the correct timing.
Mixing
Partly fill the spray tank with water, add the required amount of this product, and then add the remainder of the product. If oil is recommended then add this after the TITAN Abamectin Insecticide/Miticide is well mixed. A wetting agent is NOT required.
Crop Safety
A mixture of this product with summer oil has very occasionally caused slight fruit russetting on some pear varieties particularly Anjou and other sensitive varieties when used alone or when other products are applied sequentially. A very small amount of temporary apple fruit blemishing has been associated with low water volumes.
DO NOT apply this product to apples and pears before or after applications on Delan* or Captan*. The label instructions on the summer oil must be strictly followed. Conditions which may contribute to crop damage are:
1. Unusually hot conditions present or expected within 24 hours of application.
2. Poor or slow drying conditions.
3. Application with equipment that may leave large droplets on fruit after application.
Application
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR COTTON
This product may be applied by ground spraying or by fixed wing aircraft. Apply in a minimum of 20L of water per hectare. Ensure good coverage.
Ground: Apply with inter-row droppers fitted with nozzles spraying towards the cotton rows. The inter-row nozzles should be level with or just below the canopy and spraying at right angles to the ground.
Air (fixed wing): Apply in cooler parts of the day or night when there is a reliable cross wind to assist with good penetration into the crop canopy. Preferably use aircraft fitted with Micronair atomisers.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR CITRUS
To be effective this product requires thorough spray coverage. Ensure that equipment is properly calibrated to give an even distribution at the correct volume. The same quantity of product per hectare should be used when spraying either with dilute or concentrate method.
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 run-off.
- 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 100L 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 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 spraying can then be calculated in the following way:
Example Only
1. Dilute spray volume as determined above: For example 1500L/ha
2. Your chosen spray volume: For example 500L/ha
3. The concentration factor in this example is: 3X (i.e. 1500L divided by 500L = 3)
4. If the dilute label rate is 10mL/100L, then the concentrate rate becomes 3 x 10 that is 30mL/100L of concentrate spray.
- The chosen spray volume, amount of product per 100L 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.
Protection of Crops, Native and Other Non-target Plants
Drift Warning: DO NOT apply under weather conditions, or from spraying equipment, that may cause spray to drift onto nearby susceptible plants/crops, cropping lands or pastures.
Protection of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans and Environment
DO NOT contaminate streams, rivers or waterways with the chemical or used containers. Dangerous to fish and other water-borne organisms. Dangerous to bees. DO NOT spray any plants in flower while bees are foraging. Studies indicate that when Abamectin comes into contact with soil it readily and tightly binds to the soil and becomes inactive over time.
Storage
Store in the closed original container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. DO NOT store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
Disposal
Store in the closed original container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. DO NOT store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
For Non-Refillable Containers: Triple or preferably pressure 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 a 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 500mm 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: Storage must be secure so that contents cannot be tampered with. All locks and/or seals must be in order. If locks or seals are broken prior to initial use then the integrity of this product cannot be assured. If this occurs TITAN AG Pty Ltd should be advised immediately. Empty contents fully into application equipment. Close all valves and return to point of supply for refill or storage.
Safety Directions
Poisonous if absorbed by skin contact or swallowed. Will damage eyes. Will irritate the skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. DO NOT inhale spray mist. When opening the container, preparing spray and using the prepared spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist and a washable hat, elbowlength PVC gloves and goggles. For space applications, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist and a washable hat, elbow-length PVC gloves, goggles and half facepiece respirator with dust cartridge or canister. If product in eyes, wash it out immediately with water. After use and before eating, drinking or smoking, wash arms and face thoroughly with soap and water. After each day's use, wash gloves, goggles, respirator (if rubber wash with detergent and warm water) and contaminated clothing.
First Aid
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 13 11 26. If swallowed DO NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water. If skin contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly. If in eyes, wash out immediately with water.
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| Precautions |
Re-entry period
Allow the spray to dry on the foliage before re-entry into treated areas. DO NOT allow entry in treated areas in glasshouses for 24 hours after treatment. When prior entry is necessary, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist and elbow length PVC gloves.
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Product details last updated on 23 Aug 2012
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DISCLAIMER: This is not the ABAMECTIN 18 INSECTICIDE / MITICIDE by TITAN label. To view or print the label for this product, click the "MSDS/Label" tab at the top of this page. Always follow label instructions.
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