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RIFLE 330

APVMA Code :52777 Active Constituent(s): 330g/Lpendimethalin

Registered For Commercial Use Domestic Use Overview Rifle 330 is a selective herbicide for the control of most annual grasses and certain broadleaf weeds. It controls weeds by inhibiting seedling development, however, it will not control established weeds. For best results, seedbeds should be free of weeds, trash and clods at the time of application. Soils containing a high percentage of organic matter (greater than 6%) can result in poor control. Rifle 330 works best if thoroughly mixed with soil either mechanically or by irrigation or rainfall. The aim of incorporation is to produce an even band of herbicide to intercept germinating weed seeds. Post-plant pre-emergence surface applications of Rifle 330 alone, or as a tank mixture, are most effective in controlling weeds when adequate rainfall occurs or irrigation is applied within seven to ten days after treatment. Recommended Uses For pre-emergence control in many tree crops, vine crops and vegetables. Situations include cotton, cow peas, mung beans, navy beans, peanuts, pigeon peas, soybeans sunflowers, wheat, barley field peas, chickpeas, faba beans, lupins, safflower, canola, maize, carrots, processing peas, french beans, onions, sugar cane, combine sown rice and pasture, sod sown rice, transplanted broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and lettuce, perennial crops (avocadoes, bananas, citrus, deciduous fruits, grapevines, lychees, macadamia nut, mangoes, nuts), established lucerne seed crops, teatree, turf and irrigation channels. Refer to label for all instructions and directions for use. Benefits Mixes with knockdowns for one-pass application; Mixes with linuron to control common sowthistle and wild radish; Controls wireweed in processing peas (Qld, Vic & Tas only), French beans (Qld only) and onions (Tas. Only); Useful residual control in orchard and vineyard situations. Mode of Action Rifle 330 belongs to a group of herbicides called dinitroanilines. Rifle 330 works by inhibiting tubulin formation. Chemical Group dinitroaniline General Instructions Rifle 330 Herbicide is a selective herbicide for the control of most annual grasses and certain broadleaf weeds. Rifle 330 controls weeds by inhibiting seedling development; it will not control established weeds. For best results, seedbeds should be free of weeds, trash and clods at the time of application. Soils containing a high percentage of organic matter can result in poor control. It is recommended that application to soils containing a high percentage of organic matter (greater than 6%) be avoided. Crop injury may result if cold, wet weather follows planting or if Rifle 330 is applied to a poorly prepared seedbed. With the return of favourable growing conditions (warm weather), the crop will usually recover and resume normal growth. Rifle 330 will stain (yellow) any objects it contacts. Keep all objects, etc. that are not to be stained well clear of the product and spray. Mixing Put half the required volume of water in spray tank and start agitation. When using Rifle 330 alone, add Rifle 330 to partially filled tank and then add the remainder of the water. Mix thoroughly. When using Rifle 330 in tank mixes with products such as atrazine or diuron, mix these products as indicated on the relevant label and add the Rifle 330 last, then complete filling of the tank. Maintain good agitation at all times until spraying is completed. If the spray mixture is allowed to settle, thorough agitation is essential to re-suspend the mixture before spraying is resumed. Note that when tank mixing Rifle 330 with paraquat and glyphosate herbicides, the Rifle 330 should be thoroughly mixed in the spray tank first, before adding a paraquat or glyphoaste product. Application Ground Application Use conventional sprayers with either mechanical or by-pass agitation. Flat fan nozzles should be used. Spray equipment should be correctly calibrated to ensure proper application. If applying Rifle 330 in tank mix combination with atrazine or diuron, nozzle screens must be no finer than 50 mesh. Apply the recommended quantity of Rifle 330 in 50-200 Litres of water per hectare. Where pre-emergence surface treatment is used, the higher rates of water are recommended. Aerial Application Pre-plant soybeans, cotton, sunflowers, peanuts, navy beans, cowpeas, mung beans, pigeon peas and post-plant, post flushed combine sown rice only. Apply the recommended quantity of Rifle 330 in 25-60 Litres of water per hectare. It is essential that the equipment is correctly calibrated and an even spray pattern is obtained. It is essential that markers be used and an accurate swath width is maintained. Do NOT apply if wind speed is greater than 16 km/hour. Always spray with a cross wind in accordance with recommended flying practice. Incorporation (a) Rifle 330 works best if thoroughly mixed with soil either mechanically or by irrigation or rainfall. The aim of incorporation is to produce an even band of herbicide to intercept germinating weed seeds. (b) Post-plant pre-emergence surface applications of Rifle 330 alone, or as a tank mixture, are most effective in controlling weeds when adequate rainfall occurs or irrigation is applied within 7-10 days after treatment to achieve incorporation. If no rain or irrigation is received within 7-10 days, light mechanical incorporation is required for optimum weed control, except when used on maize, carrots and rice. (c) Maize is tolerant to Rifle 330 either alone or in mixtures with atrazine if the seed germinates below the chemically treated band. Maize, carrots and rice are NOT tolerant to Rifle 330 if it is in direct contact with the seed. Crop Safety Some fungicidal seed dressings can shorten coleoptile length and this can effect emergence particularly if seed is sown too deep. When these cereal seed dressings are used in Rifle 330 treated areas it is very important to ensure there is good seed depth control and to sow just below (1 cm) the chemically treated band. Consult your local Department of Agriculture Agronomist for further advice. Weather Conditions Crop injury may result if cold weather follows planting. With the return of favourable growing conditions (warm weather), crops usually recover and resume normal growth. In cereals, prolonged cold wet conditions during germination and emergence can result in wheat or barley coleoptiles remaining in the treated band for an extended period. This can reduce emergence. Compatibility Rifle 330 is compatible with the following herbicides: Atrazine, diuron, simazine, prometryne, fluometuron, fluometuron plus prometryne, ametryne, paraquat, propanil, linuron, glyphosate and Ramrod SC. If tank mixing, observe the directions under mixing. Following Crops In the event of crop failure the soil should be cultivated to a minimum depth of 15 cm to ensure any residues are evenly dispersed throughout the soil. If a maize crop fails due to weather conditions or some other reason, maize can be replanted the same year without adverse effects but seeding depth must be below the retilled area. The following crops may be sown after a minimum interval of 2 months after application of Rifle 330: Carrots, parsnips, parsley, celery, potatoes, peas, French beans, transplanted Brassicas, transplanted lettuce, transplanted tomatoes, transplanted capsicums. The following crops may be sown after a minimum interval of 5 months after application of Rifle 330: Turnips, lettuce, radish, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, onions, leeks, sweet corn, pumpkins, squash, melons, cucumbers. The following crops may be sown after a minimum interval of 12 months after application of Rifle 330: Redbeet (beetroot), spinach, silverbeet, poppy. Restraints DO NOT sow sensitive summer crops such as sorghum and millets within 12 months of application of Rifle 330. DO NOT apply to a poorly prepared seedbed. DO NOT use Rifle 330 mixed with atrazine on heavy clay soils. DO NOT apply Rifle 330 where waterlogging is likely to occur. Resistance Warning Rifle 330 Herbicide is a member of the dinitroaniline group of herbicides. Rifle 330 has the inhibition of tubulin formation mode of action. For weed resistance management, Rifle 330 is a Group D herbicide. Some naturally-occurring weed biotypes resistant to Rifle 330 and other Group D herbicides may exist through normal genetic variability in any weed population. The resistant individuals can eventually dominate the weed population if these herbicides are used repeatedly. These resistant weeds will not be controlled by Rifle 330 or other Group D herbicides. Since the occurrence of resistant weeds is difficult to detect prior to use, Nufarm Limited accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of Rifle 330 to control resistant weeds. Protection of wildlife, fish, crustaceans and environment Dangerous to fish and other aquatic life. Do NOT contaminate streams, rivers or waterways with the chemical or used containers. Protection of crop, 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. Safety Directions Harmful if swallowed. Will irritate the eyes, nose, throat and skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not inhale vapour. When preparing spray and using the prepared spray wear a face shield or goggles, cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and elbow length nitrile gloves. If product on skin, immediately wash area with soap and water. If product in eyes, wash it out immediately with water. Wash hands after use. After each day's use, wash face shield or goggles, gloves and contaminated clothing. Storage Store in the closed, original container in a dry, cool well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight. Do not store below 5C. Extended storage below 5C can result in the formation of crystals on the bottom of the container. If crystallisation does occur, store the container on its side at room temperature and rock occassionally until crystals re-dissolve. Envirodrum 110 L Mini Bulk Returnable Container: Store the original sealed Envirodrum in a cool, well ventilated area. Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight. Do not tamper with the Micro Matic valve or the security seal. Do not contaminate the Envirodrum with water or any other foreign matter. Disposal 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 designated collection point. If not recycling, break, crush or puncture and bury empty containers in a local authority landfill. If no landfill is available, bury the containers below 500 mm in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable vegetation and tree roots. Empty containers and product should not be burnt. Refillable containers: Empty contents fully into application equipment. Close all valves and return to point of supply for refill or storage. Envirodrum 110 L Mini Bulk Returnable Container: After each use of the product, please ensure that the Micro Matic coupler, delivery system and hoses are disconnected, triple rinsed with clean water and drained accordingly. When the contents of the Envirodrum have been used, please return the empty Envirodrum to the point of purchase. The Envirodrum remains the property of Nufarm Limited. SMALL SPILL MANAGEMENT Wear protective equipment (See Safety Directions). Apply absorbent material such as earth, sand, clay granules or cat litter to the spill. When absorption is complete, sweep up material and contain in a refuse vessel for disposal. (See Storage and Disposal section). If necessary, wash the spill area with an alkali detergent and water and absorb as above the wash liquid for disposal. Product details last updated on 19 Jun 2009

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