Crop | Target Pest | Application Rate (ml/ha) |
Apples | Collar Rot | 2500 ml/ha |
Peaches | Collar Rot | 2500 ml/ha |
Avocados | Phytophthora Root Rot | 3700 ml/ha |
Pineapples | Heart Rot, Root Rot | 4600 ml/ha |
Safety Precautions and Recommendations
Hazards and Warnings:
- Causes serious eye irritation.
- Wear face shield or goggles.
Precautionary Measures:
- Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
- Avoid inhaling dust or spray mist.
- Wash hands after use.
First Aid:
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air and rest.
- Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected area with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
- Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of water for at least 15-20 minutes. Obtain medical attention if irritation continues.
- Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Handling and Storage:
- Store in a cool, dry place away from food, feeds, and seeds.
- Keep out of reach of children, uninformed persons, and animals.
- Do not reuse empty containers. Dispose of them properly.
Environmental Protection:
- Avoid drift of spray mist onto other crops, grazing areas, rivers, dams, and non-target areas.
- Prevent contamination of food, feeds, drinking water, and eating utensils.
Re-entry Interval:
- Do not enter treated areas until the spray deposit has dried unless wearing protective clothing.
Aerial Application:
- Notify inhabitants of the area before spraying and issue necessary warnings.
- Ensure even distribution of the spray mixture and minimize loss during application.
Resistance Management:
- Fosetyl-aluminium is a Group 33 fungicide. Rotate with fungicides from different group codes to prevent resistance.
- Apply a maximum of two treatments per growing season.
Use Restrictions:
- Do not treat stressed plants or plants wet from dew or rain.
- Apply only to actively growing plants.
- Avoid application in extremely dry conditions or to wet plants.