Applaud Insecticide

Tips For Use

Restraints:

• Do not apply more than twice per year in any crop.
• Do not apply if heavy rains or storms are forecast within three (3) days.
• Do not irrigate to the point of runoff for at least three (3) days after application.
• Wine grapes: Do not apply later than 80% capfall.

Mixing/Application:

• Before pouring, shake the container vigorously, then add the required quantity of Applaud Insecticide to water in the spray vat while stirring or with agitators in motion.

Dilute Spraying:

• Use a sprayer designed to apply high volumes of water up to the point of run-off and match 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 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 concentrate spraying (that is, a sprayer that applies water volumes less than those required to reach the point of run-off) and match 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.

Re-entry Period:

• Do not allow entry into treated areas until the spray has dried.
• If prior entry is necessary, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and chemical-resistant gloves.
  Clothing must be laundered after each day’s use.

Protection Of Crops, Native And Other Non-Target Plants:

• Do not apply under weather conditions or from spraying equipment that may cause spray to drift onto nearby plants/crops, cropping lands or pastures.

Protection Of Livestock:

• Do not allow the stock to graze grasses or weeds beneath treated trees.

Protection Of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans And Environment:

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

Integrated Pest Management:

• Applaud Insecticide at label rates of 30 to 60 mL/100 L water has been demonstrated to be safe for a range of predatory and beneficial insects, including bumblebees and honeybees, parasitoid wasps such as Aphytis lignanensis, Leptomastix dactylopii and Encarsia spp., predatory mites such as Phytoseiulus persimilis and Typhlodromus occidentalis and the green lacewing (Mallada signatus).
• Applaud Insecticide has no significant effect on adult ladybeetles but is known to be toxic to early instars of Cryptolaemus montrouzieri, Chilocorus circumdatus and Harmonia conformis.
  Applaud Insecticide may also affect the egg hatch of these species for 2 to 3 weeks after application.

Storage:

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
• Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
• Do not store near foodstuffs, fertilisers or seed.

Safety Directions:

• It will irritate the eyes.
• Avoid contact with eyes.
• When opening the container, preparing spray and using the prepared spray, wear cotton overalls over normal clothing, buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat and elbow-length chemical-resistant gloves.
• If applying by boom spray equipment (closed cab), wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing).
• Wash hands after use.
• After each day’s use, wash gloves 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.​