EXONERATE Herbicide 5L

EXONERATE Herbicide is a 5 L pack of Exonerate 200 SL, a 200 g/L glufosinate-ammonium soluble concentrate (Group 10, APVMA 68364). The label describes it as a non-selective, non-residual herbicide for broadleaf and grass weeds. It only kills the green parts it touches and does not move significantly through the plant, so perennial weeds usually need follow-up treatments.

Where the label lists it. Directed or shielded spraying in orchards and plantations (for example citrus, pome and stone fruit, avocado, banana, olive and tree nuts), vineyards, the inter-row of strawberries, cane berries and tomatoes, commercial and industrial areas, rights-of-way and other non-agricultural areas, and line-marking on sports grounds, where it kills turf grasses and any weeds. Lawn weed control is not listed as a use.

It will damage plants you want to keep. Do not let spray or drift contact desirable foliage or green (uncalloused) bark, or cut or damaged tissue. Do not apply under weather conditions, or with equipment, that may cause drift onto nearby susceptible plants, crops or pastures. Do not apply by aircraft, when rain is expected within 6 hours, to weeds under stress, or in hot dry conditions (above 33°C with humidity below 50%).

Harvest and grazing. A harvest withholding period is not required for most listed fruit and nut crops when used as directed, but it is 21 days for pome and stone fruit. Do not graze or cut treated areas for stockfood for 8 weeks after application.

How to use it. Rates depend on the weed species, size and density, and the label lists them for boom, handgun and knapsack use (for example 1.0 to 5.0 L per hectare in orchards). Visible symptoms appear in 3 to 7 days, and complete desiccation can take 20 to 30 days in cool conditions. Read the full label before mixing (the Application Rates tab is a summary, and the label copy we hold is dated 2017).

Before you buy. The label says it is harmful if absorbed by skin contact or swallowed, and will irritate the eyes and skin. It asks for cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, elbow-length PVC or nitrile gloves, and a face shield or goggles. Do not contaminate streams, rivers or waterways with the product or used container. If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26.

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