Physical Description
Contains 750g/kg Thifensulfuron methyl as the methyl ester in the form of a water dispersible granule.
Chemical Group
Sulfonyl urea
Uses
Used in conservation tillage as an additive to Ravensdown Glyphosate to improve the activity on hard to kill broadleaf weeds such as docks and buttercups. Backup can also be used as a selective broadleaf weed herbicide in pasture as well as over wheat, barley and oats.
Benefits
Backup can be tank mixed with Glyphosate 360 to improve control of certain broadleaf weeds. Can be used as an economic solution in direct drilling situations when planting brassica’s, cereals and grasses.
Application
Backup can be applied both via ground and aerial application methods. A minimum spray water rate of 60lt/ha is recommended. Agitation must be maintained at all times. Avoid spray overlapping and use caution when starting slowing or stopping as injury to the crop may result. Use spray mixture within 24 hours of preparation as spray degradation may occur. Backup is compatible with MCPA, MCPB, 2,4-D and Glyphosate, however long term control of docks will be reduced when mixed with MCPA or 2,4-D. Refer to the Backup label for rates on specific crops.
Mode of Action
Absorbed mainly through the foliage and is translocated within the plant, but is also root absorbed. Symptoms of plant death may not be noticeable for 14-21 days after application.
Withholding Period
Allow 7 days post application for grazing and cultivation (this allow for maximum uptake and translocation). Backup has a 14 day plant back period in all situations.
Storage and Handling
This product must be under the care of an Approved handler during use. Records of use must be kept under certain circumstances.
Rainfall
Do not apply if rain fall is likely within 3 hour following application.
Compatibility
Backup is compatible all products used in conservation tillage programmes and with MCPA, MCPB and 2,4-D, however long term control of docks will be reduced when mixed with MCPA or 2,4-D. Refer to label for rates on specific crops.
For Further Information
Click to view the Backup Label front, Label leaf and Label base
Click to view the Backup Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Registered pursuant to the ACVM Act 1997, P8044