Array 500SC Herbicide

Tips For Use

General Instructions:

• The product is a pre- and post-emergence herbicide for the control of certain broad-leaved weeds and grasses. 
• For post-emergence applications, weeds should be at the seedling to 4-leaf stage. 
• Prior to sowing any follow-up crops other than beet or ryegrass, those areas previously treated should be thoroughly tilled (including ploughing).

1. Beet Crops: 

• Slight foliage distortion to beet may occur following treatment. 
• These effects are short-lived and do not affect crop yield. 
• Pre-emergence treatment with this product may be followed by post-emergence application of Betanal* or a mixture of both.

2. Use of Array 500SC in mixture with Betanal on beet crops: 

• Before using this mixture, carefully read the Betanal label; note the warning about use in temperatures above 30°C. 
• For best results, the interval between treatment and subsequent rainfall or irrigation should be at least six (6) hours. In Tasmania, this treatment should follow the use of a pre-emergence herbicide. 
• This mixture is recommended to provide a wider spectrum of post-emergence weed control and longer residual activity than Betanal used alone. 
• Weeds controlled include additional weeds listed on the Betanal label.

3. Ryegrass: 

• This product will reduce clover stands by 40-60%. 
• For best control of barley grass, apply to closely grazed pasture (3-5 cm high). 
• Raw organic matter can reduce efficacy, and retreatment may be necessary. 
• Remove organic litter and harrow large dung pats before application. 
• In areas of dense Barley Grass, drill or oversow with ryegrass as soon as possible after treatment.

4. Turf: 

• This selective herbicide should be applied before, or early after germination or emergence of Winter Grass (Poa annua) when it occurs in fine turf situations. 
• It is selective in ryegrass, fescues, Kentucky bluegrass, Queensland blue couch, kikuyu, bent grasses (including brown top bent) and couch when applied as directed. 
• Applications are made at monthly intervals for 3-4 months to control winter grass gradually while allowing the desirable turf grasses to take over without unsightly bare patches of dead Winter Grass.
• Oversowing and reseeding should not take place within one month of spraying.

Mixing:

• Array 500SC is a suspension concentrate that mixes easily with water. 
• Prior to pouring, gently invert or roll the container to ensure all active constituents is in suspension.
• Part-fill the spray tank with clean water. 
• Add the correct amount of Array 500SC and top up with water to the required level. 
• Thorough agitation of the mixture is necessary before spraying. 
• Mix only enough chemicals for immediate use. 
• When using a mixture of Array 500SC and Betanal, half-fill the spray vat with water, then stir or agitate while adding the required quantities. 
• Top up with water and stir again. 
• Use as soon as possible after mixing. 
• Do not add other herbicides or surfactants unless specifically recommended.

Application:

Boom Spray: 

• Apply in a suitable volume of water to give good, even coverage. 
• When used pre-emergence, apply to a moist soil surface. 
• Ensure that the nozzles are set at the correct height to give even coverage ie., 50-60 cm above the pasture or crop. Use a nozzle and pressure combination to give a fine spray (200-300 kPa). 
• Make sure nozzle tips are clean, undamaged and all the correct type and size. 
• Impact nozzles or broadcast nozzle clusters should not be used. 
• Do not use filter gauze finer than 0.3 mm. 
• After use, wash all equipment thoroughly with water containing liquid detergent. 
• Spray out thoroughly, then rinse twice with clean water. 
• To allow air access, remove nozzles and open the spray tank lid.

Restraints:

• Do not apply if rain is imminent or falling.
• Do not rotate with crops other than beet crops for 6 months after application.

Spray Drift Restraints

• Specific definitions for terms used in this section of the label can be found at www.apvma.gov.au/spraydrift
• Do not apply in a manner that may cause an unacceptable impact to native vegetation, agricultural crops, landscaped gardens and aquaculture production or cause contamination of plant or livestock commodities, outside the application site from spray drift. 
• Wherever possible, correctly use application equipment designed to reduce spray drift and apply when the wind direction is away from these sensitive areas.
• Do not apply if there are surface temperature inversion conditions present at the application site during the time of application. 
• These conditions exist most evenings, one to two hours before sunset and persist until one to two hours after sunrise. Do not allow bystanders to come into contact with the spray cloud.
• Do not apply unless the wind speed is between 3 and 15 kilometres per hour at the application site during the time of application.
• Do not apply if there are surface temperature inversion conditions present at the application site during the time of application. 
• These conditions exist most evenings one to two hours before sunset and persist until one to two hours after sunrise

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 susceptible plants/crops, cropping lands or pastures.

Protection Of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans And the Environment:

• Do not contaminate streams, rivers or watercourses with the chemical or used containers.

Storage:

• Store in the closed original container in a dry, well-ventilated area, as cool as possible.
• Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight. 
• It is recommended that the storage temperature never exceed 30°C.

Safety Directions: 

• It may irritate the eyes and skin. 
• Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. 
• Wash your hands after use.

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.​