Dropzone Herbicide (2,4-D Amine)(Low Odour)

Tips For Use

General Information;

• Dropzone Herbicide is a phenoxy herbicide that can cause severe damage to native vegetation and susceptible crops such as cotton, grapes, tomatoes, oilseed crops and ornamentals.
• Do not treat weeds under poor growing or dormant conditions, such as drought, waterlogging, disease, insect damage, following frost or weeds heavily covered with dust or silt. 
• Reduced results may also occur if weeds are stressed from previous herbicide applications. 
• Rainfall occurring up to 6 hours after application may reduce effectiveness.

Water Rates:

• A minimum water rate of 70 L/ha is recommended.
• Spray droplet optimisation is supported for water rates of 70 – 250 L/ha. 
• Higher than minimum water volumes may be required for improved coverage and efficacy or to ensure compatibility of tank-mix partners. 
• Refer to the compatibility section below for further advice on compatibility and water rates.
• Ground Sprayer Application – Use 70 – 250 L/ha of water.
• Aerial Application – Use 40 – 90 L/ha of water.

Compatibility:

Dropzone Herbicide is physically compatible with:

• Nufarm Crucial
• Nufarm Glyphosate 450
• Nufarm Weedmaster DST
• Nufarm Weedmaster ARGO
• Nufarm Weedmaster DUO
• Nufarm Kamba 750
• Fluroxypyr 400 products
• Starane Advanced
• Nufarm Archer 750
• Garlon 600
• Nufarm Saracen
• Terrad’or.

Restraints:

• Do not apply by vertical sprayer.
• Do not apply if heavy rains or storms are forecast within 3 days, or if any rain is expected within 6 hours.
• Do not irrigate to the point of field runoff for at least 3 days after application.
• Do not apply if crops or weeds are stressed due to dry or excessively moist conditions.
• Do not exceed the maximum application rate of 2.1 L/ha for boom sprayers and 6.7 L/100L water for optical spot spray technologies.
• Do not exceed the maximum daily application rate by backpack spraying of 4 L/day.

Limitations:

• In Tasmania, this product may only be used from 15 April to 15 September unless otherwise permitted by the registrar of pesticides.

Precautions:

Re-Entry Period

• Do not enter treated areas until the spray has dried. 
• Wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and chemical-resistant gloves if prior entry is necessary. 
• Clothing must be laundered after each day’s use.
• Do not hand-harvest sugar cane for at least 11 days after application.

Protections:

Protection Of Crops, Native And Other Non-Target Plants

• Do not spray crops if undersown with sensitive crops such as lucerne.

Protection Of Livestock

• Low hazard to bees. 
• It may be applied anytime as recommended in the Directions for Use.

Protection Of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans And Environment

• Very toxic to aquatic life. 
• Do not contaminate wetlands or watercourses with this product or used containers.

Storage:

• Store in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area. 
• Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.

Safety Directions:

• Hazards and precautions: 
• Harmful if swallowed. 
• It will damage the eyes. 
• It will irritate the skin. Repeated exposure may cause allergic disorders. 
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
• If clothing becomes contaminated with the product, remove it immediately. 
• If the product is on the skin, immediately wash the area with soap and water. 
• If the product is in the eyes, wash it out immediately with water.

• Mixing and loading with open systems or when using the undiluted concentrate by any method: When opening the container and preparing the spray, wear protective waterproof clothing, elbow-length chemical-resistant gloves, impervious footwear and goggles.
• Mixing and loading with closed systems: When opening the container and preparing the spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, elbow-length chemical-resistant gloves and face shields or goggles.
• When using the prepared spray: Wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist and a washable hat, and elbow-length chemical-resistant gloves. If applied by equipment carried on the back of the user, wear cotton overalls over normal clothing, buttoned to the neck and wrist and a washable hat, elbow-length chemical-resistant gloves and impervious footwear.
• After Use: After use and before eating, drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with soap and water. After each day’s use, wash gloves, goggles, and contaminated clothing.

First Aid:

• If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131 126.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). 

This information and product advice is not intended as advice or recommendations for any specific use or circumstance. You should seek specialist advice before using any product. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Specialist Sales liability is limited.​