KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING
If spraying is to be done on crop growing land,
apply first spray in February, which is about the
time that 20-25% of plants have reached heading
stage. Then a second application is necessary
about 2 months later, which gives adequate
time for full emergence to occur. Because
H E R B I C I D E
Skeleton Weeds: Spray only rosettes that have
underground runners are broken up by cultivation,
treatments may be needed to obtain a total
control situation. On land that is primarily grazing
or urban, spray in February/April period, so long
ALL WEEDS - SUCCCESFUL CROPESTABLISHMENT Early sprays to control young
as correct growing conditions are present. Again
weeds will lead to establishing an ideal seed
ensure that 20-25% of plants have reached the
bed. If weed growth is heavy, sowing should
be delayed until matter has decayed as the
emerging crop shoots may be smothered and
Spray at early head stage when plants are in
set back. Light cultivation to leave decaying
active growth. DO NOT apply to weeds growing
in or over water. DO NOT spray across bodies
matter on the surface may help. If using residual
of water and DO NOT allow spray to enter the
type pre-emergent herbicides, seek out label
herbicide for the control of a broad range
water. DO NOT allow water to return to dry
directions that advise of risks associated with
channels or drains within 4 days of application. DIRECTIONS FOR USE BOOKLET
Spray at early head stage when plants are in
Read entire label and booklet before using this product
For medium to longer-term control, use the
high rates while plants are in active growth
phase during Winter/Spring. The lower rates
may be used in conjunction with burning (fire
breaks). This will give a brown out and betterburning conditions. Leave for 2-3 weeks after
Surfactant is recommended to be added. Where
White clover, Sorrel and Dock, are present, add
1L/ha of dicamba (200g/L) in accordance with
If the Wiper technique is to be used, refer to
recommendations on the dicamba label.
‘Wiper Equipment’ section of this booklet. Spray
when plants are getting close to early headstage and actively growing. Spray symptoms
may not be observed for a season or more. DO
NOT apply to weeds growing in or over water. DO NOT spray across bodies of water and DO
NOT allow spray to enter the water. DO NOT
allow water to return to dry channels or drains
Spray when weeds are actively growing.
intense grazing occurred prior to spraying.
Spray when plants have reached the early head
stage. Bear in mind that Plantains are slow to
DO NOT disturb treated weeds by cultivation, sowing or grazing for 1 day after treatment of annual weeds and 7
Spray at early head stage while plants are in
Spray at early head stage while plants are in
DO NOT treat weeds under poor growing conditions or dormant conditions as occur in drought, waterlogging,
disease, insect damage or following frost. Reduced control may also occur when treating weeds heavily covered
Spray at early head stage while plants are in
with dust or silt. Rainfall occurring up to 6 hours after application may reduce effectiveness. Heavy rainfall within 2
hours of application may wash the chemical off the foliage and a repeat treatment may be required.
Spray at early head stage while plants are in
Leave ground in a dormant state for 8 months
prior to spraying in late Summer/Autumn, so
that the foliage to uptake the product is fully
Refer to section entitled ‘Compatibility’
available (at least 20cm in height). Ensure
drought stress conditions do not exist at time
in this booklet if it is planned to spray in
conjunction with a residual herbicide.
Read the label carefully for conditions of
Use Wiper technique ensuring a high percentage
of green matter is present. Refer to section of this
booklet entitled ‘Wiper Equipment’ for directions
for use. DO NOT apply to weeds growing in or over
water. DO NOT spray across bodies of water and
Spray from late rosette to early flowering
DO NOT allow spray to enter the water. DO NOT
allow water to return to dry channels or drains
Use Wiper technique ensuring a high percentage of
green matter is present. Refer to section of this
booklet entitled ‘Wiper Equipment’ for directions for
use. DO NOT apply to weeds growing in or over
water. DO NOT spray across bodies of water and
DO NOT allow spray to enter the water. DO NOT
allow water to return to dry channels or drains within
Spray actively growing plants when good soil
moisture is present. Spray when plants are in
the late flowering to berry stage. Follow upsprays will be required to maximise control.
Spray at bud stage so long as plants are in an
active growth phase. See also ‘Conservation
Best results can be obtained by late Winter/early
Spring sprays. Ensure foliage is in a healthy,
actively growing stage at time of spraying. See
also ‘Conservation Tillage’ section of this booklet.
Spray at the flowering to post-flowering stage
in Summer/Autumn period. As spraying is only
part of the total management concept of pasture
improvement, follow-up sprays may be needed.
Spray when plants have reached rosette/early-
heading stage. Plants should be free of soil
After elongation or budding, use the higher rate.
deposits, particularly when spraying along
Spray at the flowering stage, As spraying is
Spray when weeds are actively growing. Ensure
only part of the total management concept of
regrowth is 6-8cm in height if intense grazing
pasture improvement, follow-up sprays may be
Spray actively growing plants in February/March
moisture, frost, cold, disease or waterlogging.
period. DO NOT apply to weeds growing in or
Note that Barnyard Grass and Liverseed Grass
over water. DO NOT spray across bodies of
are particularly prone to moisture stress.
water and DO NOT allow spray to enter the
water. DO NOT allow water to return to dry
channels or drains within 4 days of application.
Use lower rate on young weeds. Increase to
higher rates as grasses gain full tillering or as
broadleaf weeds gain elongation/budding. At
heading stage and are in an active growth
more advanced stages, some broadleaf weeds
need a higher rate range or addition of 2,4-D.
Read label directions, plantback and withholding
Apply to actively growing plants in late spring
periods and safety directions. See section
entitled ‘Compatibility’ in this booklet.
when they have some seed head development
but before summer drought stress. Bent grass
Land Preparation Prior to Sowing (Winter crops, Summer crops, fallow)
should NOT be grazed heavily at spraying.
Follow-up management is required to limit
Sowing should not proceed until conditions
allow the formation of a satisfactory seed bed.
seedling re-establishment. Full disturbance with
tyned implement should follow 10-21 days after
spraying. Application of this product should be
See section entitled ‘For Aerial Equipment’ in
followed by a summer crop and/or by re-seeding
this booklet for instructions for use in high
pasture or crop the following autumn.
temperatures and dry conditions. DO NOT apply
this product when the temperature exceeds
Spray at head stage while plants are in active
Spray at early head stage while in active growth
Spray at early head stage while in active
Spray when weeds are actively growing. Ensure
regrowth is 6-8cm in height if intense grazing
occurred prior to spray time. Use higher rate if
Spray at early head stage (late Spring).
intensive grazing occurred prior to spraying OR
if spraying is being carried out late in the season
OR cold/overcast conditions are present at the
Spray during Summer or Autumn period during
the heading stage. Except for Tasmania, Wiper
equipment can be used. Refer to information
on ‘Application Equipment’ section of the label.
water. DO NOT spray across bodies of water
This may start 1 - 21 days after spraying. If
and DO NOT allow spray to enter the water.
Dock, Phalaris, Skeleton weed, Soursob or
DO NOT allow water to return to dry channels
Sorrel are present do not cultivate or sow for
or drains within 4 days of application.
After elongation or budding, use the higher
Spray at early flowering to fully developed
Product will normally only give knockdown
suppression of these weeds. If cultivation does
not occur within 21 days re-treatment may be
recommended rate. . DO NOT apply to weeds
spray to enter the water. DO NOT allow water
Refer to section entitled ‘Compatibility’ of this
to return to dry channels or drains within 4
booklet if it is planned to spray in conjunction
with a herbicide for residual control, improved
performance, or if you wish to use an insecticide.
Equipment’ section of the label: sub-heading
Read the label carefully for conditions of use.
‘Wiper Equipment’ as it can also be used.
Spray at late rosette to flowering stage, late
After elongation or budding, use the higher
July to September. At this time of year ensure
frosts, waterlogging or possibly drought stress
are not a restraint as plants need to be in
Equipment’ section of this booklet, if this use
technique can be applied to this situation.
After elongation or budding, use the higher
Spray at early head stage when plants are
actively growing or refer to ‘Wiper Equipment’section of this booklet, if that application
technique is to be used on Johnson grass.
Spray at early head stage when plants are
After elongation or budding, use the higher
Spray at early head stage when plants are
NB: Refer to section entitled ‘For Aerial Equipment’ in this booklet if aerial application is to be used. DO NOT apply this
product from the air if the temperature exceeds 30˚C.
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For Boom EquipmentMaximum efficiency can be achieved by using fan nozzles at a pressure of 240 – 280
kPa. Water volumes per hectare of treated area can vary depending on density of the
target species but no more than 200 litres would be necessary. In conservation tillage
TIMING: Graze heavily, then remove stock at least 2 weeks before
situations volumes in the 50 – 100 litre/ha range would suffice.
Ensure that spraying is carried out well in
spraying to allow new growth. Apply to actively growing plants after
advance of emergence of onion shoots (7 days).
the autumn break but before heavy frosts (March – May).
Otherwise severe phytotoxicity will occur if onion
APPLICATION: Increase to the high rate levels may give more
plant comes into contact with herbicide.Take
Using Micronair and boom equipment a droplet size of 250-350 micron diameter is
effective reductions. If using aerial Equipment, refer to relevant
into consideration height and type of weeds
present in determining the exact rate. For small
recommended. A swath width in the range of 15-17 metres is most appropriate for
annual weeds use lower rate levels and for
FOLLOW-UP MANAGEMENT: Sowing may start from 2 weeks after
this form of spraying. Minimum spray volume would be 15 litres/ha.
larger annual weeds (as a guide greater than
spraying It is essential that correct follow-up pasture establishment
15cm in height) and where perennial weeds
When using this form of application give consideration to the fact that the product is
and management occurs after treatment. Spot treatment will limit
highly non-selective and if desirable plants, trees etc are in the vicinity of the area tobe sprayed, they could be affected by drift or targeted contact.
This rate will give control/suppression prior to planting improved
This would limit usage via this technique to such situations as weed control on fallows
pasture or crops. Spray in late spring when weeds are in active
growth phase and have a degree of seed head development. Remove
or pasture, control prior to establishment of crops or pasture.
stock to ensure full leaf growth. 2 -3 weeks after spraying use a
Anther point to bear in mind are that on slopping terrain height above the ground may
tyned implement to disturb the soil and break up vegetative matter.
vary from point-to-point, and at any given point, from boom tip to boom tip. It is also
Follow-up by planting a summer crop and/or re-seeding pasture or
worth remembering that there is more land area on a hilly block than a flat block, even
See section Protection of Livestock, Wiper
though the perimeter distance may be the same in such situations increase the water
Equipment and Conservation Tillage ’ in this
volume to 30-80 litres/ha and increase the droplet size to a minimum of 300-micron
Note: In high temperatures and dry conditions evaporation of droplets prior to reaching
target species can occur and it is therefore important to increase water volumes to at
Apply at flowering stage and prior to plants
least 30 litres/ha and average droplet size to 300 micron if temperatures are in excess
of 25˚C. DO NOT SPRAY if temperature is above 30˚C.
Row Crops (Cotton, Peanuts, Soybeans, Sugarcane)
Use recommended rates specified on this label up to a maximum limit of 3.2Lha.
Apply at the head to milky dough stage.
Such as Ropewick applicators etc detailed information should be obtained from the
in 2L water See section entitled ‘For Wiper
manufacturers. As a general guide 800mL of product should be mixed with 2 litres
Equipment’ in this booklet. Apply to weeds
Apply at flowering stage and prior to plants
of water. Weeds should ideally be 15cm above the crop or pasture. One pass in each
growing 15cm above the crop canopy or weeds
direction commonly referred to, as a ‘double pass’ will maximise effectiveness. The
product to come into direct contact with crops
lower the vehicle speed the better the result. Certainly no faster than 8km/hr is
Apply at the head to milky dough stage.
ALL WEEDS: Ensure even regrowth by removing
all stock prior to treatment. If pasture legumes
NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS
After use, clean all spray equipment by thoroughly washing with clean water, in order
are present their populations may be reduced.
LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION
DO NOT apply if clover or medic crops intended
to prevent corrosion to tanks, lines and nozzles. Aircraft used in application should be
for seed are present. Water volumes of 50L/ha
thoroughly washed with particular attention to wheels and landing gear.
or less are preferable. If excess of this is
WITHHOLDING PERIOD: NOT REQUIRED WHEN USED AS DIRECTED
required, add wetting agent at label rates.
It has been established that the following products may be mixed with glyphosate to
broaden the spectrum of pests controlled, add soil residual activity and improve
Banish 450 Herbicide is translocated throughout the plant where it kills both foliage
performance. Refer to the ‘Directions for Use’ Section for detailed information on the
and roots. Ideally the best time to use the product is when target species are in a state
of active growth, moderate climatic conditions are present and weeds are free of
Use higher rates for control. Use lower rates
Additives: Crystalline ammonium sulphate assists in minimizing antagonism when
While cool and cloudy conditions can sometimes delay the appearance of chemical
mixed with flowable Triazine herbicides. The only form of ammonium sulphate to be
activity, it can generally be expected that symptoms of chemical effect will appear 2-
used is the crystalline form, not prilled or granular forms. Test the quality by dissolving
7 days after spaying of annual species and 2- 3 weeks after spaying perennial species
2 tablespoons in 2 litres of water. Swirl gently for 2 minutes. Should undissolved
The symptoms are demonstrated by a yellowing and accompanying wilting, progressing
particles remain at the end of that time, pre-dissolve them prior to adding product to
spray tank. Ensure solution is poured through a screen.
Herbicides: Atrazine – flowable or granular (see additives above – do not apply the
Do not allow the product to come into contact with the foliage, fruit or green stems of
tank mix for control of Barnyard grass or Liverseed grass), dicamba, 2,4-D ester,
desirable crops plants or trees, as the nature of the chemical is non-selective. Some
Express, Garlon, chlorsulfuron, metsulfuron, Yield, Stomp, Logran, LVE MCPA, Goal
useful guidelines that can help in this regard are:
1. Don’t use if the wind is blowing towards desirable plats in close proximity. 2. Avoid fine droplet settings (150 micron or less) when calibrating.
Goal CT – The addition Goal CT at 75mL/ha to recommended rates of this product
3. Avoid spraying in winds greater than 8km/hr, still air and hot days.
prior to planting wheat or barley will improve knockdown and increase the speed at
While the product is rapidly inactivated on contact with the soil it is important certain
which treated weeds develop visible symptoms of phytotoxicity. Add Flowright Compatibility
agent to improve the compatibility in cold water (less than 15˚C). See directions below.
1. Where there is a light presence of unwanted vegetative matter sowing can commence
Insecticides: chlorpyrifos, dimethoate, fenitrothion, Gusathion, Imidan (phosmet), Le-
2. Where the plant cover is heavy it is better to allow vegetative matter to decay prior
mat (omethoate), Lorsban, metasystox, Sumithion, Perfekthion EC 400.
to sowing as crop establishment may be retarded.
that if grazing has taken place regrowth should
Rate: 200mL/100L spray solution. When mixing with Goal CT, add to improve the
be 6-8cm tall before spraying. If drought
1. Make sure the spray tank is clean and residues from previous usage have been
compatibility in cold water (less than 15˚C). Flowright must be pre-mixed with Goal CT
conditions are present, a pre-watering prior to
before adding to the spray tank. Refer to Flowright label for directions.
spraying is recommended. If Ryegrass is present,
2. Half fill the spray tank with clean water, bearing in mind that less than perfect results
use a wetting agent at recommended rates.
may occur if water containing soil particles is used or hard water containing calcium
WHEN TO SOW Direct drilling can be carried
PROTECTION OF CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER NON-TARGET PLANTS
out 1 day to 2 weeks after spraying. If a residual
salt. Glyphosate may be inactivated by water, which is contaminated with clay
DO NOT apply under weather conditions, or from spraying equipment that may cause
herbicide is to be used, refer to products label
spray to drift onto nearby susceptible plants/crops, cropping lands or pastures.
instructions on mixtures and rice application.
3. Add the required amount of Banish 450 Herbicide as per the Direction for Use table.
4. Mix well keeping filling hose below surface to avoid foaming.
PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEANS AND ENVIRONMENT
Do not contaminate dams, waterways, rivers or streams with the product or used
6. Remove hose from tank as soon as full to prevent back siphoning.
container. Do not apply to weeds growing in or over water. Do not spray across open
NB: Do not use mechanical agitators, as they cause excessive foaming. Do not add
non-approved herbicides and insecticides.
NBB: Use only plastic or plastic lined, stainless steel, aluminium, copper, brass or
There is no withholding period for grazing stock, but to give the product a chance to
fibreglass tanks. Galvanised steel or unlined steel spray tanks can react with the
be efficiently absorbed by sprayed vegetation, it is recommended that livestock be kept
product to form hydrogen gas, which can form a combustible gas mixture, which can
clear of treated annual weeds for one day after spraying, and for perennial weeds 7
days. For certain plants known to be toxic to stock, it is advisable to keep livestock
away until complete browning occurs.
ALL VARIETIES Spray only if ratoons are in
active phase and are 60 – 100 cm in height.
The addition of surfactant may improve weed control where water rates are high or
DO NOT apply if plants are drought stressed
product rates are low. Suggested surfactant rates are 200mL/100L of 1000g/L non-
Do not store the product in galvanised steel or unlined steel containers, as the product
or suffering effects of waterlogging. Ensure
ionic surfactant or 250-500mL of 700g/L surfactant. Do not add any other agricultural
boom is at a height above the ratoon canopy
may react to produce hydrogen gas, which in turn could form a highly combustible gas
chemicals, spraying oils or other materials except as directed on the label.
that allows the correct overlap of the spray
that could exploded if ignited by an open flame, or spark, lighted cigarette etc.
Store in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store for
Use the higher rates for control. Use the lower
prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
rates for suppression if it is planned to follow
Heavy rain within 2 hours of spraying can mean that the chemical may be washed off
For Non-Refillable Containers: Triple or preferably, pressure rinse empty containers
the plant, with the result that the herbicide may not be totally effective. Respraying may
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
Normal rain up to 6 hours after application may reduce effectiveness.
Lack of rain, i.e. drought conditions, is not time to spray, as vegetation will not be
If not recycling, break, crush, and or puncture and bury empty containers in a local
receptive to uptaking chemical. Likewise, in waterlogged conditions or after frost similar
authority landfill. If no landfill is available bury the containers below 500mm 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.
DO NOT spray near trees or vines less than 3
For Refillable Containers: Empty containers fully into application equipment. Close
years old. DO NOT allow Wiper contact.
The product is not persistent in soils and is rapidly broken down by microbes present
all valves and return to point of supply for refill or storage.
AVOCADO, BANANA, GUAVA KIWIFRUIT, LITCHI,
in the soil as well as by hydrolysis caused by free standing moisture or soil moisture
that may be present in soil particles. Should residual activity be needed refer to
Spray drift can cause damage, if allowed to
‘Compatibility Section’ of this label.
contact any part of the vine, palm, trunk or tree.
Product will irritate the eyes and skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. When preparing
Be careful to avoid contact with split bark on
product for use wear elbow length PVC gloves and face shield or goggles. When using
Kiwifruit and green stems on Paw Paw.
controlled droplet applicator wear protective waterproof clothing and impervious footwear.
After use and before eating, drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly
with soap and water. After each days use, wash gloves and face shield or goggles
DO NOT allow spray to contact any pat of plant.
Banish 450 Herbicide is a member of the Glycine group of herbicides. Banish 450
Herbicide has the inhibition of EPSP syntheses mode of action. For weed resistance
management Banish 450 Herbicide is a Group M Herbicide. Some naturally occurring
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.
weed biotypes resistant to Banish 450 Herbicide and other Group M 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 Banish 450 Herbicide or other Group
Additional information is listed in the Material Safety Data Sheet that can be obtained
M herbicides. Since the occurrence of resistant weeds is difficult to detect prior to use,
Agricrop Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of
water. DO NOT spray across open bodies of
Banish 450 Herbicide to control resistant weeds.
water and DO NOT allow spray to enter water.
Agricrop Pty. Ltd. (Agricrop) shall not be liable for any loss, injury, damage or death
DO NOT allow water to return to dry channels
whether consequential or otherwise whatsoever, or howsoever arising whether through
and drains within 4 days of application.
negligence or otherwise in connection with the sale, supply, use or application of this
product. The supply of this product is on the express condition that the purchaser does
The following types of equipment may be used in applying Banish 450 Herbicide:
not rely on Agricrop’s skill or judgement in purchasing or using the same and every
person dealing with this product does so at his own risk absolutely. No representative
• In established tree areas using shielded or
of Agricrop has any authority to add to or alter these conditions.
directed sprays or selective wiper equipment
• DO NOT allow spray or spray drift to come
into contact with foliage or green bark of
desirable trees as severe damage may occur
• DO NOT allow wiper surface to come into
In an Emergency Dial 000 Police or Fire Brigade
For Knapsack and Handgun EquipmentMaximum efficiency can be achieved by using a D6 spray plate and applying at a
This product does not provide residual control.
pressure of 400 – 700 kPa. As the product is translocated through contact points on
the plant, good coverage is needed to maximise uptake by the plant. Volume used per
given area will vary according to the density of the target species present.
industrial areas andaround buildings.
FINISHED SIZE 42cm High, 28.5cm Wide Print 97% A3
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