Terpal
Active Ingredient(s):
305g/L mepiquat chloride
155g/L chlorethephon
Overview
A growth regulator to improve the resistance of Barley, Ryecorn and Triticale to lodging.
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General Instructions
General Information
TERPAL is a plant growth regulator, which shortens and stiffens straw of barley, ryecorn and triticale. TERPAL is mainly taken up through the green parts of plants. TERPAL should only be applied to vigorously growing crops, which have an adequate supply of nutrient and moisture, and which are free from any stress prior to and following treatment. Optimum results are obtained when TERPAL is applied during the recommended stages of crop development. The main effect is to shorten and thicken the stem between internodes, on those parts that are undergoing stem elongation at, or following, treatment. Early treatment therefore provides the greatest protection against basal lodging, and later treatments are more effective at reducing straw and neck break. TERPAL is suited for application by ground or aerial spraying.
Advantages of treatment:
- TERPAL improves the resistance of vigorous crops, to lodging.
- Yield losses associated with lodging, straw and neck break are reduced.
- Harvest is made easier.
- Fertiliser inputs can be aimed at optimum yields, rather than be limited, to avoid lodging.
- Tall growing, high yielding cultivars may be grown in high fertility areas, where lodging would normally preclude their use.
Direction for Use
CAUTIONS
- Do NOT apply TERPAL if rain or frost is expected, nor if the crop is wet.
- Avoid spray drift on to neighbouring crops.
- Do NOT apply TERPAL to crops on soils of low fertility, unless fertiliser and moisture are made available to the crop.
- Do NOT use on crops on light soils that are likely to suffer from moisture stress. - Do NOT apply TERPAL at temperatures above 21 degrees C.
- Do NOT apply to crops suffering damage or physical stress, e.g. frost, hail or herbicide damage, water logging, drought or nut
Application
- Secondary tillering may be pronounced in the wheel tracks where ground spray equipment is used in the absence of tramlines.
- Secondary tillering may be induced by early treatment and this effect will be more noticeable on crops that come under stress following treatment, or in crops growing on light soils.
- TERPAL may be applied to crops under sown with clovers.
Mixing
Add the required amount of TERPAL to the partly filled spray tank with agitation running. Complete filling the spray tank. Maintain agitation during application.
Compatibility
TERPAL may be applied in tank mixtures with commonly applied insecticides, fungicides and Foliar Nitrophoska. When used in tank mixtures, add TERPAL last to the spray tank and use immediately. Do not mix with herbicides.
TERPAL may be applied in tank mixture with commonly applied insecticides, fungicides and Foliar Nitrophoska. When used in mixture, add TERPAL last to the spray tank and use immediately. Do NOT mix with herbicides.
Handling
Read label before use.
Transport
Do NOT carry this product on a passenger service vehicle.
Spillage
Prevent further spillage and product from entering waterways. Wear overalls, gloves, footwear and goggles. Absorb spill with an inert absorbent material (e.g. vermiculite) and place in sealable container for disposal. Wash affected area with water and detergent. Absorb and collect washings and place in the same sealable container as the spilled material. Dispose of the waste safely in suitable landfill.
Personal Protection
When mixing or applying, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, suitable protective gloves, frame goggles and face protection.
General Safety and Hygiene Measures
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and inhalation of spray mist. Wash splashes of concentrate from skin immediately. Do NOT eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove protective clothing and wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water before meals and after work. Wash protective clothing immediately after use. Store work clothing separately.
Use
Remove stock from target area and observe withholding periods. Apply with well-maintained and accurately calibrated equipment. Do NOT store or use in equipment with aluminium fittings. Do NOT spray over, or allow drift over, surface water such as ponds, waterways or drains. Do NOT allow spray drift outside the target area to occur. Clean out application equipment thoroughly after use. Do NOT contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash waters.
Note
Storage and application must be as described in the current version of the New Zealand Standard for the Management of Agrichemicals NZS8409.
First Aid
If exposed or concerned get medical advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. For advice contact the National Poisons Centre 0800 POISONS (0800 764 766) or a doctor immediately. IF ON SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with plenty of soap and water. Do NOT scrub the skin. If skin irritation or rash occurs, get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
Storage
Store in original container, tightly closed, away from foodstuffs and animal feeds. Keep locked up. Keep away from heat and protect from direct sunlight. Store in a frost-free store and protect from temperatures above 40OC. Stores containing more than 1000 litres of this product require emergency response plans and secondary containment systems, and are subject to signage. When stored appropriately this product should show no significant degradation for two years from the date of manufacture. Contact your supplier for further information about the use of product that is older than this.
Disposal
Container: Triple rinse empty container and add rinsate to the spray tank. Recycle through Agrecovery (0800 247 326, www.agrecovery.co.nz). Product: Dispose of this product only by using according to the label or at an approved landfill, or other approved facility. Do NOT burn product. Do NOT contaminate any water supply with product or used container.
Precautions
Harmful
Harmful if swallowed. May cause kidney and nervous system damage through prolonged or repeated oral exposure at high doses. Corrodes aluminium.
Harmful to Aquatic Organisms
May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life.
Toxic to the Soil Environment
Plant growth regulator. Certain plants may be damaged
Toxic to Terrestrial Vertebrates
Product details last updated on 29 Aug 2012
DISCLAIMER: This is not the TERPAL label. To view or print the label for this product, click the "SDS/Label" tab at the top of this page. Always follow label instructions.
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