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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCYWASHINGTON, D.C. 20460

OFFICE OF CHEMICAL SAFETYAND POLLUTION PREVENTION

Mr. Michael KelloggTessenderlo Kerley, Inc.c/o Pyxis Regulatory Consulting Inc.4110 136th St. NW C£p o L 2013Gig Harbor, WA 98332

Subject: Sectagon-K54EPA Reg. No. 61842-7EPA Decision Number: 481083Your label submitted on 7/15/13 and resubmitted on 9/20/13 to update bufferzones • . N -

Dear Mr. Kellogg:

The labeling referred to above, submitted in connection with registration under the FederalInsecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, as amended, is conditionally accepted under section3(C)(7)(A) provided that you:

Submit and/or cite all data required for reregistration/registration review of your product underFIFRA when the Agency requires all registrants of similar products to submit such data. See thedata requirements in DCI ID# GDCI-039002-28888, issued on March 25, 2010 and DCI ID#GDCI-039002-839, issued on March 24, 2011.

A stamped copy of the label "Accepted" is enclosed for your records. This label supersedes allother previously accepted labels. Please submit one copy of the final printed labels before theproduct is released for shipment. If you have any questions please contact Heather Garvie byphone at: 703-308-0034 or via email at: [email protected] .

Sincerely,

Shaja JoinerProduct Manager (20)Fungicide Branch (7504P)Registration Division

Enclosures: Label Stamped "Accepted"The Health Effects Division's Review of the Metam Task Force SubmissionEntitled, "Label Amendment for the Shank Injection Bedded Application Buffer ZoneTables in EPA Reg No. 61842-6 and 61842-7"; dated 9/24/13, DP#414527 and414525

SEP 2 4 2013Under the Federal Insecticide,Punlieide, and Rodenticide Act,as amended; for the pesticidereaisteredundEFA Reg No

RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDEDUE TO ACUTE INHALATION TOXICITY TO

HUMANS.For retail sale to and use by certified applicators orpersons under their direct supervision and only for

those uses covered by the certified applicator'scertification.

Agricultural Fumigant

A SOIL FUMIGANT SOLUTION FOR SPECIFIC CROPS AS LISTED IN THIS LABELMAY BE APPLIED BY WATER-RUN APPLICATIONS (E.G. CHEMIGATION, SOIL INJECTION ORSOIL BEDDING) EQUIPMENT TO SUPPRESS AND/OR CONTROL SOIL-BORNE PESTS INLISTED ORNAMENTALS, FOOD AND FIBER CROPS. Controls or suppresses weeds such asBermudagrass, Chickweed, Dandelion, Ragweed, Henbit, Lambsquarter, Pigweed, Watercress,Amaranths species: Watercress, Johnsongrass, Nightshade, Nutsedge, Wild Morning-Glpry andPurlsane, Nematodes and Symphylids. Soil-Borne diseases such as Rhizoctohia, Pythium,Phyophthora, Verticillum, Sclerotinia, Oak Root Fungus and Club Root of Crucifers.

ACTIVE INGREDIENT:Potassium N-methyldithiocarbamate 54.0%OTHER INGREDIENTS: 46.0%TOTAL: 100.0%Contains 5.63 Ibs. active ingredient per gallon.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDRENDANGER PELIGRO

POISONREAD ENTIRE LABEL. USE STRICTLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH LABEL WARNINGS AND DIRECTIONS

Si usted no entiende la etiqueta, busque a alguien para que se la explique a usted en detalle.(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain it to you in detail.)

FIRST AIDIf on skinorclothing:If in eyes:

If inhaled:

• Take off contaminated clothing.• Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 1 5 - 20 minutes.• Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.• Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15 - 20 minutes.• Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing

eye.• Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.• Move person to fresh air.• If person is not breathing, call 91 1 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration,

preferably by mouth-to-mouth, if possible.

Ifswallowed:

• Gall a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.• Call poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice.• Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow.• Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor.• Do not give anything to an unconscious person.

HOT LINE NUMBER :Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or goingfor treatment. For medical emergencies contact 1-866-374-1975. For transportation emergenciesincluding spill, leak or fire, contact CHEMTREC at 1 -800-424-9300.

NOTE TO PHYSICIANProbable mucousal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage.

EPA Reg. No. 61842-7

Manufactured by:Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc.2255 N. 44th Street, Suite 300Phoenix, AZ 85008 USA1-800-525-2803

EPA Est. No. 61842-WA-001EPA Est No. 61842-ID-002

Net Contents:

EPA Est. No. 61842-ID-001

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS.... 5

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS .5PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) ......5PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) FOR RESPIRATORY PROTECTION 5USER SAFETY REQUIREMENTS .....6USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS ...6ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 6

DIRECTIONS FOR USE. : 6AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS.. „..'., 6TERMS USED IN THIS LABELING : 6USE SITES 8USE METHOD RESTRICTIONS 9CERTIFIED APPLICATOR TRAINING 9HANDLERS.... .' , 9PROTECTION FOR HANDLERS 10

Supervision of Handlers .......10Exclusion of Non-Handlers from the Application Block and Buffer Zone 10Providing, Cleaning, and Maintaining PPE 11Air-purifying Respirator Availability , 11Respirator Fit Testing, Medical Qualification, and Training 11Respiratory Protection and Stop Work Triggers : 11

TARP PERFORATION AND/OR REMOVAL 12ENTRY RESTRICTED PERIOD AND NOTIFICATION ....13

Entry Restricted Period 13Notification •. •. 13

MANDATORY GOOD AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES (GAPs) : 13MAXIMUM APPLICATION RATES FOR PRE-PLANT SOIL USES 32CALCULATING THE BROADCAST EQUIVALENT APPLICATION RATE.. 33GENERAL BUFFER ZONE REQUIREMENTS...... .....35

Buffer Zone Proximity 35Structures Under The Control Of The Owner Of The Application Block 35Areas Not Under The Control Of The Owner Of The Application Block 36

BUFFER ZONE DISTANCES... 36Buffer Zone Tables 37

BUFFER ZONE CREDITS 49POSTING FUMIGANT BUFFER ZONES ....49RESTRICTIONS FOR DIFFICULT TO EVACUATE SITES.. 50EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE MEASURES 50

Triggers for Emergency Preparedness and Response Measures. ....50FumigantSite Monitoring 50Response Information For Neighbors 51

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NOTICE TO STATE AND TRIBAL LEAD AGENCIES 51EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN..: '. '. 51SITE-SPECIFIC FUMIGATION MANAGEMENT PLAN (FMP) 51

Record-Keeping Procedures 53POST-APPLICATION SUMMARY ...54

Record-Keeping Procedures 54PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS 54

cPRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTICANIMALS

DANGERFatal if absorbed through skin. Corrosive.Causes skin burns and irreversible eye damage.Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Maybe fatal if swallowed or inhaled. Do not breathevapor or spray mist. Prolonged or frequentlyrepeated skin contact may cause allergicreactions in some individuals.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Some materials that are chemical-resistant tothis product are barrier laminate or viton > 14mils. For more options, follow the instructions forcategory H on the chemical-resistance categoryselection chart.

Handlers applying via weed sprayer (see Termsused in this labeling section) while irrigationsystem is operating or handlers who may beexposed to liquid spray while repairing amalfunctioning chemigation system or shuttingoff equipment must wear:. chemical-resistant coveralls over long-sleeve

shirt and long pants,. chemical-resistant gloves,. chemical-resistant footwear plus socks,. chemical-resistant headgear, and. respirator of the type specified in the

respiratory protection section in the PPErequirements on this label.

Handlers wearing chemical-resistant attire arelimited to 30 minutes of exposure in any 60minute period to prevent heat illness, and, asrequired by the Worker Protection Standard forAgricultural Pesticides, employers of thesehandlers must take any necessary steps toavoid heat illness.

Except as required above, handlers transferringor loading liquid formulations, handlers operatingmotorized ground equipment with open cabs,handlers repairing or inactivating irrigation orchemigation equipment during application, andhandlers cleaning up spills or equipment, mustwear:. coveralls over long-sleeve shirt and long pants,. chemical resistant gloves,

• chemical resistant footwear plus socks,. chemical-resistant apron if transferring or

loading the fumigant or cleaning up spills orequipment,

. protective eyewear, and

. respirator of the type specified in the PPErequirements for respiratory protection sectionin the PPE requirements on this label iftriggered.

All other handlers including handlers operatingmotorized ground equipment with closed cabs(except for handlers who set up and calibratechemigation and irrigation equipment and startthe application from inside the application block)as stated in this labeling must wear:. long-sleeve shirt and long pants,. shoes plus socks, and. respirator of the type specified in the

respiratory protection section in the PPErequirements on this label if triggered.

All handlers who set-up and calibratechemigation and irrigation equipment and startthe application from inside the application blockmust wear:. long-sleeve shirt and long pants,. shoes plus socks,. protective eyewear, and. respirator of the type specified in the

respiratory protection section in the PPErequirements on this label if triggered.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)FOR RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

When an air-purifying respirator is requiredunder this label's Directions for Use, Protectionfor Handlers, Respiratory Protection and/or StopWork Triggers section, handlers must wear atminimum either:

- A NIOSH-certified full-facepiece air-purifying respirator equipped with organicvapor (OV, NIOSH approval prefix TC-23C)cartridge and a partipulate prefilter (TypeN, R, P, or HE NIOSH approval numberprefix TC-84A) or

- a gas mask with a canister approved fororganic vapor (NIOSH approval numberprefix TC-14G).

rCartridges or canisters must be replaced whenodor or sensory irritation from this productbecomes apparent during use, if the measuredconcentration of MITC is greater than 6000 ppb(6 ppm), or in the absence of any otherinstructions or indications of service life, at theend of each day's work period, whichever occursfirst.

USER SAFETY REQUIREMENTSFollow manufacturer's instructions forcleaning/maintaining PPE. If no suchinstructions for washables exist, use detergentand hot water. Keep and wash PPE separatelyfrom other laundry.Discard clothing and other absorbent materialsthat have been drenched or heavilycontaminated with this product's concentrate. Donot reuse them.DO NOT transport contaminated clothing insidea closed vehicle unless stored in a sealedcontainer. Wash or dispose as specified.

USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONSUsers should:.. Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing

gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet.. Remove clothing/PPE immediately if pesticide

gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put onclean clothing.

. Remove PPE immediately after handling thisproduct. Wash the outside of gloves beforeremoving. As soon as possible, washthoroughly and change into clean clothing.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS

This pesticide is toxic to mammals, birds,aquatic invertebrates and fish. Do not applydirectly to water, or to areas where surfacewater is present, or to intertidal areas below themean high water mark. Do not contaminatewater when disposing of equipment washwatersor rinsate.

Metam-potassium has certain properties andcharacteristics in common with chemicals thathave been detected in groundwater (highlysoluble in water and has low adsorption to soil).

For untarped applications, leaching and runoffmay occur if there is heavy rainfall after soilfumigation.

DIRECTIONS FOR USERestricted Use Pesticide

It is a violation of Federal law to use this productin a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Do notapply this product in a way that will contactworkers or other persons, either directly orthrough drift. Do not apply when wind speedfavors drift beyond the area intended fortreatment. Only handlers may be in theapplication block from the start of the applicationuntil the entry restricted period ends, and in thebuffer zone during the buffer zone period. Forany requirements specific to your State or Tribe,consult the agency responsible for pesticideregulation.

AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTSUse this product only in accordance with itslabeling and with the Worker ProtectionStandard, 40 CFR Part 170. This standardcontains requirements for the protection ofagricultural workers on farms, in forests,nurseries, greenhouses and handlers ofagricultural pesticides. It contains requirementsfor training, decontamination, notification andemergency assistance. For entry restrictedperiod and notification requirements, see theEntry Restricted Period and Notification sectionsof this labeling. The requirements in this boxonly apply to uses of this product that arecovered by the Worker Protection Standard(WPS).

PPE For Entry During the Entry-RestrictedPeriod: PPE for entry that is permitted by thislabeling is listed in the Personal ProtectiveEquipment (PPE) section of this labeling.

TERMS USED IN THIS LABELING

Soil Fumigant Training Program: Certifiedapplicator training that provides information on(1) how to correctly apply the fumigant, includinghow to comply with new label requirements; (2)how to protect handlers and bystanders; (3) howto determine buffer zone distances; (4) how to

ccomplete an FMP and the post-applicationsummary; (5) how to determine when weatherand other site-specific factors, are not favorablefor fumigant application; (6) how to comply withrequired GAPs and how to documentcompliance with QAPs in the FMP; and (7) howto develop and implement emergency responseplans.

Fumigant Safe Handling Information:Information that must be provided annually tohandlers that must include the following: (1)what fumigants are and how they work, (2) safeapplication and handling of soil fumigants, (3) airmonitoring and respiratory protectionrequirements for handlers, (4) early signs andsymptoms of exposure, (5) appropriate steps totake to mitigate exposures, (6) what to do incase of an emergency, and (7) how to reportincidents.

Application Block: Area within the perimeter ofthe fumigated portion of a field (includingfurrows, irrigation ditches, roadways). Theperimeter of the application block is the borderthat .connects the outermost edges of total areatreated with the fumigant product.

Application Rate: The ratio of fumigant massapplied compared to the soil surface area (erg.,Ibs of product per acre). The application rate isexpressed on this labeling in terms of either the"treated area application rate" or the "broadcastequivalent application rate." The "treated areaapplication rate" relates to only the rate offumigant applied to the portion of the field that isfumigated (e.g., rate within the bed or strips).The "broadcast equivalent application rate"relates to the rate of fumigant applied within theentire perimeter of the application block. Forbedded and strip applications, the "broadcastequivalent application rate" must be calculatedto determine the buffer zone distance requiredby this labeling.

Start of the Application: The time at which thefumigant is first delivered/dispensed into the soilin the application block.

Application is Complete: The time at which thefumigant has stopped being delivered/dispensedinto the soil and the soil has been sealed; drip

lines have been purged (if applicable). Forapplications with water seals, the application iscomplete at the time at which the fumigant hasstopped being delivered/dispensed into the soil.

Entry Restricted Period: This period begins atthe start of the application and expiresdepending on the application method and iftarps are used when the tarps are perforatedand removed. Entry into the application blockduring this period is only allowed forappropriately PPE-equipped handlersperforming handling tasks! See the EntryRestricted Period and Notification section foradditional information.

Buffer Zone: An area established around theperimeter of each application block. The bufferzone must extend outward from the edge of theapplication block perimeter equally in alldirections.

Buffer Zone Period: Begins at the start of theapplication and lasts for a. minimum of 48-hoursafter the application is complete. Non-handler?must be excluded from the buffer zone duringthe buffer zone period.

Difficult to Evacuate Sites: Pre-K to Grade 12schools, state licensed daycare centers, nursinghomes, assisted living facilities, hospitals, in-patient clinics, and prisons.

Owner: Any person who has a presentpossessory interest (fee, leasehold, rental, orother) in an agricultural establishment. A personwho has both leased such agriculturalestablishment to another person and grantedthat same person the right and full authority tomanage and govern the use of such agriculturalestablishment is not an owner. See definition of"owner" in WPS (40 CFR §170.3).

Roadway: Portion of a street or highwayimproved, designed or ordinarily used forvehicular travel, exclusive of the sidewalk orshoulder even if such sidewalk or shoulder isused by persons riding bicycles. In the event ahighway includes two or more separatedroadways, the term roadway shall refer to anysuch roadway separately.

c rRepresentative Handling Task: For air USE SITESmonitoring, the locations and handler activitiessampled must represent each handler'sexposure occurring within the application block.For example, for an application consisting of aseven-handler crew (1 tractor driver, 1 tractorco-pilot, 4 shovelers, and 1 certified applicatorsupervising) two breathing zone samples couldbe collected: one sample for the tractor co-pilotand one sample for a downwind shoveler.Results of previous sampling may indicate whichtasks and locations are worst case and thereforerepresentative of all handlers.

High Release Height Center Pivot or LateralMove Irrigation Applications: (1) Release heightOR spray height greater than 8 feet, and (2)there is greater than 30 Ibs. PS I at the sprinklerhead.

Medium Release Height Center Pivot or LateralMove Irrigation Applications: (1) Release heightAND spray height is less than 8 feet, AND (2) 29Ibs. or less PSI at the sprinkler head, AND (3)there are no end guns.

Low Release Height-Solid Stream Center Pivotor Lateral Move Irrigation Applications: (1)Release height and spray height is less than 4feet, AND (2) 29 Ibs. or less PSI at the sprinklerhead, AND (3) application system produces asolid stream, and (4) there are no end guns.

Solid Stream: An uninterrupted liquid stream thatremains generally as a coarse flow untilcontacting the intended target. An example of asolid stream application is Smart Drop®, alsoknown as drizzle boom. Any application systemthat employs sprayheads or nozzles with movingparts that produce a rotating or oscillating spraypattern (e.g., rotators, spinner, nutators, andwobblers) or that otherwise break up the streaminto droplets does not qualify as a solid streamnozzle.

Weed Sprayer: In this labeling, weed sprayerrefers to a tank that holds 100-500 gallonscombined with an off-set spray boom thatcreates a swath about 4 feet on each side of anorchard tree row, leaving the untreated grassymiddle to grow.

Only for use on the following:

Cover crops (i.e., crops planted betweenperiods of regular crop production to prevent soilerosion);

The terminated crop must not be used for anyfood or feed purposes after Sectagon-54 hasbeen applied;

Crops grown solely for seed;

As well as (in alphabetical order):alfalfa; amaranth (including leafy amaranth,Chinese spinach, tampala); anise; apple(including balsam, crabapple); apricot;artichokes; arugula (roquette); asparagus(nursery production only); barley; basil; beans(including: lima, green, fava, seed beans); beet(including garden);berry (including black satin berry, blackberry,blueberry, boysenberry, chesterberry, lowberry,wild raspberry, youngberry, darrowberry,dewberry, cloudberry, elderberry, Cherokeeblackberry, coryberry, European barberry,huckleberry, hullberry, gooseberry, cranberry,highbush cranberry, Himalayaberry, jostaberry,juneberry, Saskatoon berry, lingonberry,loganberry, lavacaberry, lucretiaberry, mammothblackberry, marionberry, bingleberry, mountainpepper berries, mulberry, olallieberry, dirksenthornless berry, nectarberry, Oregon evergreenberry, partridgeberry, phenomenalberry,rangeberry, raspberry (black and red),ravenberry, riberry, rossberry, schisandra berry,serviceberry, Shawnee blackberry, strawberry)bok choy; broccoli; brussels sprouts; cabbage(including Napa); calabaza; calamondin;cardoon; carrot; casaba; cauliflower; celeriac;celery (including: Chinese); celtuce; chayote(fruit); che; cherry (including: sweet and tart,chokecherry, pincherry); chervil; cheyenne;Chilean guava; Chinese greens; Chinese okra;Chinese waxgourd (Chinese preserving melon);chinquapin; chironja; chrysanthemum; cilantro;citrus citron; citrus hybrids; collard; corn salad;corn; cotton; cress (including: upland, yellowrocket, winter cress); cucumber (including:Chinese cucumber); cucuzza; currant,

c(including: black, red, native and other varietiesand hybrids);dandelion; dill; dock (sorrel); eggplant; endive(escarole); fennel, Florence (finochio); forestseedlings; garland; garlic; gherkin; ginger;gourd; grape; grapefruit; hechima; herbs (all);honey balls; honeysuckle; hyotan; kale; kiwifruit(including: fuzzy and hard); kohlrabi; kumquat;leek; lemon; lettuce (including: head and leaf);lime; loquat; mandarin (induing: tangerine andsatsuma); mango; mayhaw; maypop;melon (including: bitter melon, cantaloupe,hybrids and/or cultivars, citron melon, Crenshawmelon, golden pershaw melon, mango melon,honeydew melon, muskmelon, Persian melon,pineapple melon, Santa Claus melon, snakemelon, watermelon);mint; muntries; mustard; nectarine; nurserystock (fruit seedlings and rose bushes only);nursery tree crops (including crops like maple,ash, dogwood);nut (including: almond, beech nut, cashew,chestnut, hickory nut, Brazil nut, macadamia nut(bush nut), filbert (hazelnut), pecan, pistachio,walnut (black and English/Persian);onion; orach; orange (including: sour an sweet);ornamentals; parsley; peas (including: Englishand garden); peach; peanut; pear (including:oriental and balsam); pepper; phalsa; plum(including: Chickasaw and Damson); plumcot;potato; prune (fresh); pummelo; pumpkin;purslane (including: garden and winter); quince;radicchio (red chicory); radish (includingOriental); rappini; rhubarb; rye; salal; seabuckthorn; soybean; spinach (including: NewZealand, Malabar, Indian); squash, (including:summer, winter, butternut, straightneck, Acorn,crookneck, hubbard, scallop, spaghetti); stevia;sugar beet; sweet potato; swiss chard; tangelo;tangor; tobacco; tomatoes; tree nuts (orchardreplant only); turf (including golf courses); turnip;vegetable marrow; wheat; yams; zucchini.

USE METHOD RESTRICTIONS

The use of this product is restricted to themethods described in this label.

Use in greenhouses or any other enclosedstructure or confined area is prohibited.Application with handheld equipment isprohibited. Application with cement grinder and

shredder equipment is prohibited. Open-pourapplications are prohibited. Do not apply thisproduct through traveler or big gun applicationsystems.

CERTIFIED APPLICATOR TRAINING

Any certified applicator supervising a soilfumigant application must have successfullycompleted one of the soil fumigant trainingprograms listed on the following EPA websitehttp://www.epa.gov/fumiganttraining for theactive ingredient(s) in this product. The trainingmust be completed in the time frames listed onthe website. The FMP must document the dateand location where the soil fumigant trainingprogram was completed.

HANDLERS

The following activities are prohibited from beingperformed by anyone other than persons whohave been appropriately trained and equippedas handlers in accordance with the requirementsin WPS (40 CFR Part 170):• Monitoring fumigant air concentrations;• Cleaning up fumigant spills (this does not

include emergency personnel not associatedwith the fumigation application);

• Handling or disposing of fumigant containers;• Cleaning, handling, adjusting, or repairing

the parts of fumigation equipment that maycontain fumigant residues; and

• Performing any handling tasks as defined bythe WPS (40 CFR 170).

The following activities are prohibited from beingperformed in the application block from the startof the application until the entry-restricted periodends and in the buffer zone during the bufferzone period by anyone other than persons whohave been appropriately trained and equippedas handlers in accordance with the requirementsin the WPS (40 CFR Part 170), (NOTE: personsrepairing, and monitoring tarps are consideredhandlers for the duration listed below).Prohibited activities (except, for trained andequipped handlers) include:. Participating in the application as supervisors,

loaders, drivers, tractor co-pilots, shovelers,

r c n.cross ditchers, or as other direct applicationparticipants;

. Installing, repairing, operating or removingirrigation equipment;

. Performing scouting, crop advising, ormonitoring tasks;

. Installing, perforating (cutting, punching,slicing, poking), or removing tarps; and

. Repairing or monitoring tarps until 14 daysafter application is complete if tarps are notperforated and removed during those 14 days.

NOTE: see Tarp Perforation and/or Removalsection on this labeling for requirements aboutwhen tarps are allowed to be perforated.

Handlers do not include local, state, or federalofficials performing inspection, sampling, orother similar official duties.

PROTECTION FOR HANDLERS

Supervision of Handlers

For all applications except water run: from thestart of the application until the application iscomplete, a certified applicator must be at theapplication block in the line of sight of theapplication and must directly supervise allpersons performing handling activities.

For water-run applications (e.g.,sprinkler/chemigation, wheel line, center pivot,lateral move, drip, flood, etc.), a certifiedapplicator must be in the line of sight of theapplication at the start of the applicationincluding set-up, calibration, and initiation of theapplication. A certified applicator may leave butmust return at least every two hours to visuallyinspect the equipment to ensure properfunctioning and must directly supervise allWorker Protection .Standard trained handlersuntil the application is complete. WorkerProtection Standard-trained handlers mayperform the monitoring functions in place of acertified applicator but they must be under thesupervision of a certified applicator and be ableto communicate with a certified applicator at alltimes during monitoring activities via cell phoneor other means.

For handling activities that take place after theapplication is complete until the entry restrictedperiod expires, the certified applicator is notrequired to be on-site, but must havecommunicated in a manner that can beunderstood by the site owner and handlersresponsible for carrying out those activities theinformation necessary to comply with the labeland procedures described in the FMP (e.g.,emergency response plans and procedures).

IMPORTANT: This requirement does notoverride the requirements in the WorkerProtection Standard for Agricultural Pesticidesfor information exchange between operators ofagricultural establishments and commercialpesticide applicators.

The certified applicator must provide FumigantSafe Handling Information to each handler orconfirm that within the past 12 months, eachhandler has received Fumigant Safe HandlingInformation in a manner he/she canunderstand. Fumigant Safe HandlingInformation will be provided where this productis purchased or atwww.epa.gov/fumiganttraining.

Exclusion of Non-Handlers fromApplication Block and Buffer Zone

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The certified applicator supervising theapplication and the owner of the establishmentwhere the application is taking place must makesure that all persons who are not trained andPPE-equipped and who are not performing oneof the handling tasks as stated in this labelingare:• excluded from application block during the

entry restricted period, and• excluded from the buffer zone during the

buffer zone period (see buffer zoneexemption, for transit on roadways in BufferZone Requirements section).

Local, state, or federal officials performinginspection, sampling, or other similar officialduties are not excluded from the applicationblock or the buffer zone by this labeling. Thecertified applicator supervising the applicationand the owner of the establishment where theapplication is taking place are not authorized to,

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c cor responsible for, excluding those officials fromthe application block or the buffer zone.

Providing, Cleaning, and Maintaining PPE

The employer of any handler (as stated in thislabel) must make sure that all handlers areprovided and correctly wear the required PPE.The PPE must be cleaned and maintained asrequired by the Worker Protection Standard forAgricultural Pesticides.

Air-purifying Respirator Availability

The employer of any handler must confirm thatan air-purifying respirator and appropriatecartridges of the type specified in the PPEsection of this labeling are immediately availablefor each handler who will wear one. At least onehandler must have the appropriate air-purifyingrespirator and cartridges available (seeRespirator Fit Testing, Medical Qualification, andTraining section for additional requirements).

Exception: Air-purifying respirators do notneed to be made available for handlersperforming fumigant site monitoring tasksoutside of the buffer zone.

Respirator Fit Testing, Medical Qualification,and Training

Using a program that conforms to OSHA'srequirements (see 29 CFR Part 1910.134),employers must verify that any handler that usesa respirator is:. Fit-tested and fit-checked,. Trained, and. Examined by a qualified medical practitioner to

ensure physical ability to safely wear the styleof respirator to be worn. A qualified medicalpractitioner is a physician or other licensedhealth care professional who will evaluate theability of a worker to wear a respirator. Theinitial evaluation consists of a questionnairethat asks about medical conditions (such as aheart condition) that would be problematic forrespirator use. If concerns are identified, thenadditional evaluations, such as a physicalexam, might be necessary. The initialevaluation must be done before respirator usebegins. Handlers must be reexamined by aqualified medical practitioner if their health

status or respirator style or use-conditionschange.

Upon request by local/state/federal/tribalenforcement personnel, employers must providedocumentation how they have complied withthese requirements.

Respiratory Protection and Stop WorkTriggers

The following procedures must be followed todetermine whether an air-purifying respirator isrequired or if operations must cease for anyperson performing a handling task (except forfumigant site monitoring outside of the bufferzone)_as stated in this label.. If at any time any handler experiences sensory

irritation (tearing, burning of the eyes or nose)then either:

- An air-purifying respirator must beworn by all handlers who remain inthe application block or surroundingbuffer zone, or

- Operations must cease andhandlers not wearing an air-purifying respirator must leave theapplication block and surroundingbuffer zone.

• Handlers can remove air-purifying respiratorsor resume operations if two consecutivebreathing-zone samples taken at the handlingsite at least 15 minutes apart show that levelsof MITC have decreased to less than 600 ppb(0.6 ppm), provided that handlers do notexperience sensory irritation.

. During the collection of air samples, an air-purifying respirator must be worn by thehandler taking the air samples. Samples mustbe taken at the location where the irritation wasfirst experienced. When using monitoringdevices to monitor air concentration levels, adirect read detection device, such as anelectronic device or a colorimetric device (e.g.Draeger, Sensidyne) must be used. Thedevices must have sensitivity of at least 600ppb (0.6 ppm) for MITC. Persons using directread detection devices must follow themanufacturer's directions.

. When breathing zone samples are required,they must be taken outside respiratory

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protection equipment and within a ten inchradius of the handler's nose and mouth.

. When air-purifying respirators are worn, airmonitoring samples must be collected at leastevery 2 hours in the breathing zone of ahandler performing a representative handlingtask.

• If at any time: (1) a handler experiences anysensory irritation when wearing an air-purifyingrespirator, or (2) a MITC air sample is greaterthan or equal to 6,000 ppb (6 ppm), then allhandler activities must cease and handlersmust be removed from the application blockand surrounding buffer zone.

. Handlers can resume work activities withoutair-purifying respirators if two consecutivebreathing-zone samples taken at the handlingsite at least 15 minutes apart show levels ofMITC have decreased to less than 600 ppb(0.6 ppm), provided that handlers do notexperience sensory irritation. During thecollection of air samples an air-purifyingrespirator must be worn by the handler takingthe air samples. Samples must be taken at thelocation where the irritation was firstexperienced or where sample(s) were greaterthan or equal to 6000 ppb (6 ppm).

. Handlers can resume work activities if all thefollowing conditions exist provided that theappropriate air-purifying respirator is worn:

- Two consecutive breathing zone samplesfor MITC taken at the handling site at least15 minutes apart must be less than 6,000ppb (6 ppm),

- Handlers do not experience sensoryirritation while wearing the air-purifyingrespirator, and

- Filter cartridges/canisters have beenchanged.

- During the collection of air samples an air-purifying respirator must be worn by thehandler taking the air samples. Samplesmust be taken at the location where theirritation was first experienced or wheresample(s) were greater than or equal to6000 ppb (6 ppm).

TARP PERFORATION AND/OR REMOVAL

IMPORTANT: Persons perforating, repairing,removing, and/or monitoring tarps are defined,within certain time limitations, as handlers (see

Handlers section), and they must be providedthe PPE and other protections for handlers asrequired on this labeling and in the WorkerProtection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides.. Tarps must not be perforated until a minimum

of 5 days (120 hours) have elapsed after theapplication is complete, unless a weathercondition exists which necessitates the needfor early perforation or removal (see Early TarpRemoval for Broadcast Applications Only andEarly Tarp Perforation during Flood PreventionActivities for Bedded Applications Onlyrequirements/

. If tarps are perforated within 14 days after theapplication is complete, tarp removal must notbegin until at least 2 hours after tarp perforationis complete.

. If tarps are perforated but not removed within14 days after the application is complete,planting or transplanting must not begin until atleast 48 hours after the tarp perforation iscomplete.

. If tarps are not perforated or removed within 14days after the application is complete, plantingor transplanting may take place while the tarpsare being perforated.

. Each tarp panel used for broadcast fumigationmust be perforated.

. Tarps may be perforated manually ONLY forthe following situations:

- At the beginning of each row when acoulter blade (or other device whichperforms similarly) is used on a motorizedvehicle such as an ATV.

- In fields that are 1 acre or less.- During flood prevention activities.

• In all other instances tarps must be perforated(cut, punched, poked, or sliced) only bymechanical methods.

. Tarp perforation for broadcast fumigationsmust be completed before noon.

. For broadcast fumigations, tarps must not beperforated if rainfall is expected within 12hours.

. Early Tarp Removal for Broadcast ApplicationsOnly:

- Tarps may be removed before the required5 days (120 hours) if adverse weatherconditions have compromised the integrityof the tarp, provided that the compromisedtarp poses a safety hazard. Adverseweather includes high wind, hail, or storms

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cthat blow tarps off the field and create ahazard, e.g., tarps blowing into power linesand onto roads. A compromised tarp is atarp that due to an adverse weathercondition is no longer performing itsintended function and is creating a hazard.

. Early Tarp Perforation during Flood PreventionActivities for Bedded Applications Only:

- Tarp perforation is allowed before the 5days (120 hours) have elapsed.

- Tarps must be immediately retucked andpacked after soil removal.

ENTRY RESTRICTED PERIOD ANDNOTIFICATION

Entry Restricted Period

Entry into the application block (including earlyentry that would otherwise be permitted underthe Worker Protection Standard) by any person- other than a correctly trained and PPE-equipped handler who is performing a handlingtask listed on this labeling - is PROHIBITEDfrom the start of the application until:.5 days (120 hours) after the application is

complete for untarped applications, or. 5 days (120 hours) after application is complete

if tarps are not perforated and removed for atleast 14 days after the application is complete,or

. 48 hours after tarps perforation is complete iftarps will be perforated within 14 days after theapplication is complete and will not be removedfor at least 14 days after the application iscomplete, or

. Tarp removal is completed if tarps are bothperforated and removed less than 14 days afterthe application is complete.

NOTES:. See Tarp Perforation and/or Removal

section on this labeling for requirementsabout when tarps are allowed to beperforated.If early tarp removal occurs for a broadcastapplication the entry restricted period is aminimum of 5 days after the application iscomplete.

. When listing application information for soilfumigant applications to comply with Part

170.122 of the WPS, list the entry restrictedperiod time frame in place of the REI.

Notification

Notify workers of the application by warningthem orally and by posting Fumigant TreatmentArea signs.The signs must bear the skull and crossbonessymbol and state:- "DANGER/PELIGRO"- "Area under fumigation - DO NOT ENTER/NO

ENTRE"- "Metam Potassium Soil Fumigation in use"- The date and time of fumigation-The date and time the entry restricted period is

over- "Sectagon-K54", and- Name, address, and telephone number of the

certified applicator in charge of the fumigationPost Fumigant Treated Area sign instead of theWorker Protection Standard sign for thisapplication but follow all Worker ProtectionStandard requirements pertaining to location,legibility, text size, and sign size (40 CFR §170.120).Post the Fumigant Treated Area signs at allentrances to the application block no soonerthan 24 hours prior to application.Fumigant Treated Area signs must remainposted for no less than the duration of the entryrestricted period.Fumigant Treated Area signs must be removedwithin 3 days after the end of the entry restrictedperiod.

MANDATORY GOODPRACTICES (GAPs)

AGRICULTURAL

The following GAPs must be followed during allfumigant applications.

Shank ApplicationsWeather Conditions. To determine if unfavorable weather conditions

exist or are predicted (see IdentifyingUnfavorable Weather Conditions section) andwhether an application should proceed, theNational Weather Service weather forecastmust be checked by the certified applicatorsupervising the application:

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r ro on the day of, but prior to the start of the

application, ando on a daily basis during the application if

the time period from the start of theapplication until the application iscomplete is greater than 24 hours.

. Do not apply if an air-stagnation advisoryissued by the National Weather Service is ineffect for the area in which the application isplanned, during the application, or the 48 hoursafter the application is complete.

. Do not apply if light wind conditions (< 2 mph)are forecast to persist for more than 18consecutive hours from the time the applicationstarts until 48 hours after the application iscomplete.

• Detailed National Weather Service forecastsfor local weather conditions, wind speed, andair stagnation advisories may be obtainedonline at: http://www.nws.noaa.gov. on NOAAweather radio, or by contacting your localNational Weather Service Forecasting Office.

Identifying Unfavorable Weather Conditions. Unfavorable weather conditions block upward

movement of air, which results in trappingfumigant vapors near the ground. The resultingair mass can move off-site in unpredictabledirections. These conditions typically existwithin an hour prior to sunset and continue pastsunrise and may persist as late as noontime.Unfavorable conditions are common on nightswith limited cloud cover and light to no windand their presence can be indicated by groundfog or smog and can also be identified bysmoke from a ground source that flattens outbelow a ceiling layer and moves laterally in aconcentrated cloud.

Soil Conditions, Injection Depth, and SoilSealing. Soil must be in good tilth, free of large clods,

and tilled at a minimum to the depth of thetreatment zone. Large clods can preventeffective soil sealing and reduce effectivenessof the application. If subsurface soil compactionlayers (hardpans) are present within theintended fumigation treatment zone, a deeptillage to fracture these layers must occur priorto or during the soil fumigant application.

. Plant residue that is present must not interferewith the application or the soil seal. Non-

decomposed plant material may harbor peststhat will not be controlled by fumigation. Cropresidue that is present must lie flat to permit thesoil to be sealed effectively and limit the natural"chimneys" that may occur in the soil whenplant residue is present. These "chimneys"allow the soil fumigants to move through thesoil quickly and escape into the atmosphere.This may create potentially harmful conditionsfor workers and bystanders and limits theefficacy of the fumigant. Plant residue on thefield serves to prevent soil erosion from bothwind and water.

The injection point for bedded and broadcastshank injection applications shall be a minimumof 3 inches from the final soil/air interface. Chiseltraces must be eliminated following anapplication and the soil surface must be sealedimmediately after application using one or moreof the following methods:. Compaction with a bed-shaper, roller, press

wheel, coil packer, ring packer, or similardevice, OR

. Covering the treated soil with 3-6 inches ofuntreated soil, OR

. Applying a minimum of a %-inch of waterbeginning immediately after application beginsand completing the water treatment within fourhours, OR

. Covering treated area with a tarp.

Tarps (when tarps are used in Sectagon-KSapplications). A written tarp plan must be developed and

included in the FMP. Once a tarp is perforated, the application is no

longer considered tarped..Tarps must be installed immediately after the

fumigant is applied to the soil.

Soil Temperature. At the beginning of the application, the soil

temperature at the injection depth must bebetween 35° and 90°F.

. If air temperatures have been above 100°F inany of the three days prior to application, thensoil temperature must be measured andrecorded in the FMP. Record temperaturemeasurements at the application depth or 12inches, whichever is shallower.

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cSoil Moisture. The soil moisture in the top six inches of soil

must be between 60% to 80% of availablewater capacity immediately prior to theapplication, subject to the exception below.

. EXCEPTION: In areas where soil moisturemust exceed available water capacity to form abed (e.g., certain regions in Florida), soilmoisture content may exceed the 80%.

. If appropriate measuring equipment is not usedto determine whether the soil moisture in thetop six inches of soil is between 60% to 80%available water capacity immediately prior theapplication, the USDA Feel and AppearanceMethod test may be used to estimate whetherthe 60% to 80% soil moisture contentrequirement is met:

o For coarse textured soils (fine sandand loamy fine sand) there must beenough moisture (50 - 75% ofavailable water capacity) to form aweak ball with loose and clusteredsand grains on fingers, darkenedcolor, moderate water staining onfingers, will not ribbon.

o For moderately coarse textured soils(sandy loam and fine sandy loam)there must be enough moisture (50 -75% of available water capacity) toform a ball with defined finger marks,very light soil/water staining onfingers, darkened color will not stick.

o For medium textured soils (sandyclay loam, loam, and silt loam) theremust be enough moisture (50 - 75%of available water capacity) to form aball, very light staining on fingers,darkened color, pliable, and forms aweak ribbon between the thumb andforefinger.

o For fine textured soils (clay, clayloam, and silty clay loam) there mustbe enough moisture (50 - 75% ofavailable water capacity) to form asmooth ball with defined finger marks,light soil/water staining on fingers,ribbons between thumb andforefinger.

o For fields with more than one soiltexture, soil moisture content in thelightest textured (most sandy) areasmust comply with this soil moisture

requirement. The field may be dividedinto areas of similar soil texture andthe soil moisture of each area shouldbe adjusted as needed. Coarsertextured soils can be fumigated underconditions of higher soil moisture thanfiner textured soils; however, if thesoil moisture is too high, fumigantmovement will be retarded andeffectiveness of the treatment will bereduced. Previous and/or localexperience with the soil to be treatedor the crop to be planted can oftenserve as a guide to conditions thatwill be acceptable. If there isuncertainty in determining the soilmoisture content of the area to betreated, a local extension service orsoil conservationist or pest controladvisor (agriculture consultant)should be consulted for assistance.

. If there is insufficient moisture throughout thetop six inches of soil immediately prior to theapplication, the soil moisture must be adjusted.If there is adequate soil moisture below sixinches, soil moisture can be brought to thesurface by tillage before or during injection. Toconserve existing soil moisture, tillage shouldbe done as close to the time of application aspossible.

Application and Equipment Considerations. Do not apply or allow fumigant spill onto the

soil surface. Injectors must be placed below thesoil surface before product flow begins. Eachinjection line must either have a check valvelocated as close as possible to the finalinjection point, or drain/purge the line of anyremaining fumigant prior to lifting injectionshanks from the ground. Do not lift injectionshanks from the soil until the shut-off valve hasbeen closed and the fumigant has beendepressurized (passively drained) or purged(actively forced out via air compressor) fromthe system.

. Application equipment must be in good workingorder.

• All tanks, hoses, fittings, valves andconnections must be serviceable, tightened,sealed and not leaking.

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. Dry disconnect couplings (closed transfersystem) must be installed on tanks and transferhoses.

. Sight gauges and pressure gauges must beproperly functioning.

. Nozzles and metering devices must be thecorrect size and sealed and unobstructed.

. Use only tanks, hoses and fittings designed towithstand the pressure of the system andresistant to metam.

. Each nozzle must be equipped with a flowmonitor, e.g. mechanical, electronic, or Red-ball type monitor.

. For undiluted product, aluminum, brass,copper, galvanized iron, and zinc materialscannot be used.

. All rigs must include a filter to remove anyparticulates from the fumigant, and a checkvalve that is visible to the tractor driver duringapplication to prevent backflow of the fumigantinto the pressurizing cylinder.

. All rigs must include a flow meter or a flowmonitoring device.

. All rigs must have a constant pressure systemwith orifice plates to ensure the proper amountof fumigant is applied.

. Valves (e.g., backflow, shut-off), vacuum reliefvalves, and low pressure drains must be inplace, operational, and leak free.

. Use only positive displacement pumps. DoNOT use impellers made of brass, aluminum,or galvanized material.

. Before using a fumigation rig for the first time,or when preparing it for use after storage, theoperator must check the following itemscarefully:

- Check the filter, and clean or replace thefilter element as required.

- Check all tubes and chisels/shanks tomake sure they are free of debris andobstructions.

- Check and clean the orifice plates.

Spray Blade Applications (includes bed-topblade and soil cap applications)Weather Conditions• To determine if unfavorable weather conditions

exist or are predicted (see IdentifyingUnfavorable Weather Conditions section) andwhether an application should proceed, theNational Weather Service weather forecast

must be checked by the certified applicatorsupervising the application:

o on the day of, but prior to the start of theapplication, and

o on a daily basis during the application ifthe time period from the start of theapplication until the application iscomplete is greater than 24 hours.

• Do not apply if an air-stagnation advisoryissued by the National Weather Service is ineffect for the area in which the application isplanned, during the application, or the 48 hoursafter the application is complete.


• Detailed National Weather Service forecastsfor local weather conditions, wind speed, andair stagnation advisories may be obtainedonline at: http://www.nws.noaa.gov. on NOAAweather radio, or by contacting your localNational Weather Service Forecasting Office.


movement of air, which results in trappingfumigant vapors near the ground. The resultingair mass can move off-site in unpredictabledirections. These conditions typically exist priorto sunset and continue past sunrise and persistas late as noontime. Unfavorable conditionsare common on nights with limited cloud coverand light to no wind and their presence can beindicated by ground fog or smog and can alsobe identified by smoke from a ground sourcethat flattens out below a ceiling layer andmoves laterally in a concentrated cloud.



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c. Plant residue that is present must not interfere

with the application or the soil seal. Non-decomposed plant material may harbor peststhat will not be controlled by fumigation. Cropresidue that is present must lie flat to permit thesoil to be sealed effectively and limit the natural"chimneys" that may occur in the soil whenplant residue is present. These "chimneys"allow the soil fumigants to move through thesoil quickly and escape into the atmosphere.This may create potentially harmful conditionsfor workers and bystanders and limits theefficacy of the fumigant. Plant residue on thefield serves to prevent soil erosion from bothwind and water.

Apply the product mixture on the soilimmediately ahead of the bed-shapingequipment or tiller. The soil surface must becompacted immediately after application usingone or more of the following methods:. Compaction with a bed-shaper, roller, press


. Covering the treated soil with 3-6 inches ofuntreated soil, OR

. Applying a minimum of a %-inch of waterbeginning immediately after application beginsand completing the water treatment within fourhours, OR


Tarps (when tarps are used in Sectagon-K54applications). A written tarp plan must be developed and


longer considered tarped.


temperature at the injection depth must bebetween 35° and 90°F. '


CSoil Moisture• The soil moisture in the top six inches of soil



• If appropriate measuring equipment is not usedto determine whether the soil moisture in thetop six inches of soil is between 60% to 80%available water capacity immediately prior theapplication, the USDA Feel and AppearanceMethod test may be used to estimate whetherthe 60% to 80% soil moisture contentrequirement is met:





o For fields with more than one soiltexture, soil moisture content in thelightest textured (most sandy) areasmust comply with this soil moisture

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r r a irequirement. The field may be dividedinto areas of similar soil texture andthe soil moisture of each area shouldbe adjusted as needed. Coarsertextured soils can be fumigated underconditions of higher soil moisture thanfiner textured soils; however, if thesoil moisture is too high, fumigantmovement will be retarded andeffectiveness of the treatment will bereduced. Previous and/or localexperience with the soil to be treatedor the crop to be planted can oftenserve as a guide to conditions thatwill be acceptable. If there isuncertainty in determining the soilmoisture content of the area to betreated, a local extension service orsoil conservationist or pest controladvisor (agriculture consultant)should be consulted for assistance.

. If there is insufficient moisture throughout thetop six inches of soil immediately prior to theapplication, the soil moisture must be adjusted.If there is adequate soil moisture below sixinches, soil moisture can be brought to thesurface by tillage before or during injection. Toconserve existing soil moisture, tillage shouldbe done as close to the time of application aspossible.

Application and Equipment Considerations. Do not apply or allow fumigant to drain or drip

onto the soil surface.. Application equipment must be in good working

order.. All tanks, hoses, fittings, valves and

connections must be serviceable, tightened,sealed and not leaking.

. Dry disconnect couplings (closed transfer1 system) must be installed on all tanks and

transfer hoses.. Sight gauges and pressure gauges must be

properly functioning.. Nozzles and metering devices must be the

correct size and sealed and unobstructed.. Use only tanks, hoses and fittings designed to

withstand the pressure of the system andresistant to metam.


• For undiluted product, aluminum, brass,copper, galvanized iron, and zinc materialscannot be used.

• All rigs must include a filter to remove anyparticulates from the fumigant, and a checkvalve that is visible to the tractor pilot duringapplication to prevent backflow of the fumigantinto the pressurizing cylinder.

• Before using a fumigation rig for the first time,or when preparing it for use after storage, theoperator must check the following itemscarefully:


- Check all tubes and chisels to make surethey are free of debris and obstructions.


Rotary Tiller ApplicationsWeather Conditions. To determine if unfavorable weather conditions






. Detailed National Weather Service forecastsfor local weather conditions, wind speed, andair stagnation advisories may be obtainedonline at: http://www.nws.noaa.gov. on NOAAweather radio, or by contacting your localNational Weather Service Forecasting Office.

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. Plant residue that is present must not interferewith the application or the soil seal. Non-decomposed plant material may harbor peststhat will not be controlled by fumigation. Cropresidue that is present must lie flat to permit thesoil to be sealed effectively and limit the natural"chimneys" that may occur in the soil whenplant residue is present. These "chimneys"allow the soil fumigants to move through thesoil quickly and escape into the atmosphere.This may create potentially harmful conditionsfor workers and bystanders and limits theefficacy of the fumigant. Plant residue on thefield serves to prevent soil erosion from bothwind and water.

Spray or drip the product mixture on the soilimmediately ahead of the bed-shapingequipment or tiller. The soil surface must becompacted immediately after application usingone or more of the following methods:. Compaction with a bed-shaper, roller, press


• Covering the treated soil with 3-6 inches ofuntreated soil, OR

• Applying a minimum of a %-inch of waterbeginning immediately after .application beginsand completing the water treatment within fourhours, OR



included in.the FMP. Once a tarp is perforated, the application is no



temperature at the injection depth must bebetween 35° and 90°F.


Soil Moisture. The soil moisture in the top six inches of soil



. If appropriate measuring equipment is not usedto determine whether the soil moisture in thetop six inches of soil is between 60% to 80%available water capacity immediately prior theapplication, the US DA Feel and AppearanceMethod test may be used to estimate whetherthe 60% to 80% soil moisture contentrequirement is met:


o For moderately coarse textured soils(sandy loam and fine sandy loam)there must be enough moisture (50 -

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f75% of available water capacity) toform a ball with defined finger marks,very light soil/water staining onfingers, darkened color will not stick.



o For fields with more than one soiltexture, soil moisture content in thelightest textured (most sandy) areasmust comply with this soil moisturerequirement. The field may be dividedinto areas of similar soil texture andthe soil moisture of each area shouldbe adjusted as needed. Coarsertextured soils can be fumigated underconditions of higher soil moisture thanfiner textured soils; however, if thesoil moisture is too high, fumigantmovement will be retarded andeffectiveness of the treatment will bereduced. Previous and/or localexperience with the soil to be treatedor the crop to be planted can oftenserve as a guide to conditions thatwill be acceptable. If there isuncertainty in determining the soilmoisture content of the area to betreated, a local extension service orsoil conservationist or pest controladvisor (agriculture consultant)should be consulted for assistance.

If there is insufficient moisture throughout thetop six inches of soil immediately prior to theapplication, the soil moisture must be adjusted.If there is adequate soil moisture below sixinches, soil moisture can be brought to thesurface by tillage before or during injection. Toconserve existing soil moisture, tillage should

be done as close to the time of application aspossible.

Application and Equipment Considerations• Do not apply or allow fumigant to drain or drip

onto the soil surface.. Application equipment must be in good working

order.• All tanks, hoses, fittings, valves and


. Dry disconnect couplings (closed transfersystem) must be installed on all tanks andtransfer hoses.

. Sight gauges and pressure gauges must beproperly functioning.

. Nozzles and metering devices must be thecorrect size and sealed and unobstructed.



«For undiluted product, aluminum, brass,copper, galvanized iron, and zinc materialscannot be used.

• All rigs must include a filter to remove anyparticulates from the fumigant, and a checkvalve that is visible to the tractor driver duringapplication to prevent backflow of the fumigantinto the pressurizing cylinder.

. Before using a fumigation rig for the first time,or when preparing it for use after storage, theoperator must check the following itemscarefully:


- Check all tubes and chisels shanks tomake sure they are free of debris andobstructions.


Center Pivot ApplicationsWind Speed• For lateral move or center pivot applications: 1)

not using a solid stream type nozzle, OR 2)having a release height or spray height greaterthan 4 feet, OR 3) having 30 Ibs or greater PSIat the sprinkler head, wind speed at theapplication site must be a minimum of 2 mph atthe start of the application or forecasted to

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c freach 5 mph during the application and themaximum wind speed is 10 mph.

• For lateral move or center pivot applicationsusing: 1) a solid stream, AND 2) having releaseheight and spray height less than 4 feet, AND3) having 29 Ibs. or less PSI at the sprinklerhead, wind speed at the application site mustbe a minimum of 2 mph at the start of theapplication or forecasted to reach 5 mph duringthe application and the maximum wind speed is25 mph.

Weather Conditions. To determine if unfavorable weather conditions

exist or are predicted (see IdentifyingUnfavorable Weather Conditions section) andwhether an application should proceed, theNational Weather Service weather forecastmust be 'checked by the certified applicatorsupervising the application:





. Detailed National Weather Service forecastsfor local weather conditions, wind speed, andair stagnation advisories may be obtainedonline at: http://www.nws. noaa!gov. on NOAAweather radio, or by contacting your localNational Weather Service Forecasting Office.


movement of air, which results in trappingfumigant vapors near the ground. The resultingair mass can move off-site in unpredictabledirections. These conditions typically exist priorto sunset and continue past sunrise and persistas late as noontime. Unfavorable conditionsare common on nights with limited cloud cover

and light to no wind and their presence can beindicated by ground fog or smog and can alsobe identified by smoke from a ground sourcethat flattens out below a ceiling layer andmoves laterally in a concentrated cloud.

Soil Conditions. Soil must be in good tilth, free of large clods,

and tilled at a minimum to the depth of thetreatment zone. Large clods can preventeffective soil sealing and reduce effectivenessof the application. If subsurface soil compactionlayers (hardpans) are present within theintended fumigation treatment zone, a deeptillage to fracture these layers must occur priorto or during the soilfumigant application.

. Plant residue that is present must not interferewith the application or the soil seal. Non-decomposed plant material may harbor peststhat will not be controlled by fumigation. Exceptwhen applying over cover crops as set forth inthe Product Instructions, crop residue that ispresent must lie flat to permit the soil to besealed effectively and limit the natural"chimneys" that may occur in the soil whenplant residue is present. These "chimneys"allow the soil fumigants to move through thesoil quickly and escape into the atmosphere.This may create potentially harmful conditionsfor workers and bystanders and limits theefficacy of the fumigant. Plant residue on thefield serves to prevent soil erosion from bothwind and water.

Soil Temperature• At the beginning of the application, the soil

temperature at the injection depth must bebetween 35° and 90°F, measured at 3 inchesin depth.




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EXCEPTION: In areas where soil moisturemust exceed available water capacity to form abed (e.g., certain regions in Florida), soilmoisture content may exceed the 80%.If appropriate measuring equipment is not usedto determine whether the soil moisture in thetop six inches of soil is between 60% to 80%available water capacity immediately prior theapplication, the USDA Feel and AppearanceMethod test may be used to estimate whetherthe 60% to 80% soil moisture contentrequirement is met:





o For fields with more than one soiltexture, soil moisture content in thelightest textured (most sandy) areasmust comply with this soil moisturerequirement. The field may be dividedinto areas of similar soil texture andthe soil moisture of each area shouldbe adjusted as needed. Coarsertextured soils can be fumigated under

conditions of higher soil moisture thanfiner textured soils; however, if thesoil moisture is too high, fumigantmovement will be retarded andeffectiveness of the treatment will bereduced. Previous and/or localexperience with the soil to be treatedor the crop to be planted can oftenserve as a guide to conditions thatwill be acceptable. If there isuncertainty in determining the soilmoisture content of the area to betreated, a local extension service orsoil conservationist or pest controladvisor (agriculture consultant)should be consulted for assistance.

. If there is insufficient moisture throughout thetop six inches of soil immediately prior to theapplication, the soil moisture must be adjusted.If there is adequate soil moisture below sixinches, soil moisture can be brought to thesurface by tillage prior to the application. Toconserve soil moisture, tillage should be doneas close to the time of application as possible.

Flushing Irrigation Lines. Do not allow fumigant to remain in the irrigation

system after the application is complete. Afterapplication of the fumigant, flush the injectionand irrigation system with untreated water. Theflush time must be adequate to purge thefumigant from the injection and irrigationsystem, but should be less than the amountthat could over-saturate the beds. If commonlines are used for both the fumigant applicationand the water treatment/seal (if applied), theselines must be adequately flushed beforestarting the water treatment/seal.

Application and Equipment Considerations. Anti-siphon and back-flow prevention devices

must be installed and in working order.. Tanks must be in good condition to ensure

product does not spill or leak.. Tanks must have sealable covers on access

ports.• Tanks must have proper pesticide labels

affixed to them.• All tanks, hoses, fittings, valves and


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c r.• Use only tanks, hoses and fittings designed to

withstand the pressure of the system andresistant to metam.

• Use only positive displacement pumps. DoNOT use impellers made of brass, aluminum,or galvanized material.


. The system must contain a functional checkvalve, vacuum relief valve, inspection port, andlow-pressure drain appropriately located on theirrigation pipeline to prevent water sourcecontamination from backflow.

. The pesticide injection pipeline must contain afunctional, automatic, quick-closing check valveto prevent the flow of fluid toward the injectionpump.

• The pesticide injection pipeline must alsocontain a functional, normally-closed, solenoid-operated valve located on the intake side of theinjection pump and connected to the systeminterlock to prevent fluid from being withdrawnfrom the supply tank when the irrigation systemis either automatically or manually shut down.

• The system must contain functional interlockingcontrols to automatically shut off the pesticideinjection pump when the water pump motorstops!

. The irrigation line or water pump must includea functional pressure switch that will stop thewater pump motor when the water pressuredecreases to the point where pesticidedistribution is adversely affected.

Systems must use a metering pump such as apositive displacement injection pump (e.g.,diaphragm pump) effectively designed andconstructed of materials that are compatible withpesticides and capable of being fitted with asystem interlock.

Solid Set Sprinkler ApplicationsWind Speed. Wind speed at the application site must be a

minimum of 2 mph at the start of theapplication or forecasted to reach 5 mph duringthe application and the maximum wind speed is10 mph.

Weather Conditions• To determine if unfavorable weather conditions

exist or are predicted (see Identifying

Unfavorable Weather Conditions section) andwhether an application should proceed, theNational Weather Service weather forecastmust be checked by the certified applicatorsupervising the application:




• Do not apply if light wind conditions (< 2 mph)are forecast to persist for more than 18consecutive hours from the time the applicationstarts until 48 hours after the application iscomplete.





and tilled at a minimum to the depth of thetreatment zone. Large clods can preventeffective soil sealing and reduce effectivenessof the application. If subsurface soil compactionlayers (hardpans) are present within theintended fumigation treatment zone, a deep

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f rtillage to fracture these layers must occur priorto or during the soil fumigant application.

. Plant residue that is present must not interferewith the application or the soil seal. Non-decomposed plant material may harbor peststhat will not be controlled by fumigation. Exceptwhen applying over cover crops as set forth inthe Product Instructions, crop residue that ispresent must lie flat to permit the soil to besealed effectively and limit the natural"chimneys" that may occur in the soil whenplant residue is present. These "chimneys"allow the soil fumigants to move through thesoil quickly and escape into the atmosphere.This may create potentially harmful conditionsfor workers and bystanders and limits theefficacy of the fumigant. Plant residue on thefield serves to prevent soil erosion from bothwind and water.








o For coarse textured soils (fine sandand loamy fine sand) there must beenough moisture (50 - 75% of

available water capacity) to form aweak ball with loose and clusteredsand grains on fingers, darkenedcolor, moderate water staining onfingers, will not ribbon.




o For fields with more than one soiltexture, soil moisture content in thelightest textured (most sandy) areasmust comply with this soil moisturerequirement. The field may be dividedinto areas of similar soil texture andthe soil moisture of each area shouldbe adjusted as needed. Coarsertextured soils can be fumigated underconditions of higher soil moisture thanfiner textured soils; however, if thesoil moisture is too high, fumigantmovement will be retarded andeffectiveness of the treatment will bereduced. Previous and/or localexperience with the soil to be treatedor the crop to be planted can oftenserve as a guide to conditions thatwill be acceptable. If there isuncertainty in determining the soilmoisture content of the area to betreated, a local extension service orsoil conservationist or pest control

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c radvisor (agriculture consultant)should be consulted for assistance.

. If there is insufficient moisture throughout thetop six inches below the surface of soilimmediately prior to the application, the soilmoisture must be adjusted. If there is adequatesoil moisture below six inches, soil moisturecan be brought to the surface by tillage prior tothe application. To conserve soil moisture,tillage should be done as close to the time ofapplication as possible.

Flushing Irrigation Lines. Do not allow fumigant to remain in the irrigation

system after the application is complete. Afterapplication of the fumigant, flush the injectionand irrigation system with untreated water. Theflush time must be adequate to purge thefumigant from the injection and irrigationsystem, but should be less than the amountthat could over-saturate the beds. If commonlines are used for both the fumigant applicationand the water treatment/seal (if applied), theselines must be adequately flushed beforestarting the water treatment/seal.

Application and Equipment Considerations. Anti-siphon and back-flow prevention devices

must be installed and in working order.• Tanks must be in good condition to ensure

product does not spill or leak.. Tanks must have scalable covers on access

ports.. Tanks must have proper pesticide labels

affixed to them.. All tanks, hoses, fittings, valves and



. Use only positive displacement pumps. DoNOT use impellers made of brass, aluminum,or galvanized material.




. The pesticide injection pipeline must alsocontain a functional, normally-closed, solenoid-operated valve located on the intake side of theinjection pump and connected to the systeminterlock to prevent fluid from being withdrawnfrom the supply tank when the irrigation systemis either automatically or manually shut down.

• The system must contain functional interlockingcontrols to automatically shut off the pesticideinjection pump when the water pump motorstops.


Systems must use a metering pump such as apositive displacement injection pump (e.g.,diaphragm pump) effectively designed andconstructed of materials that are compatible withpesticides and capable of being fitted with asystem interlock.

Drench ApplicationsWeather Conditions. To determine if unfavorable weather conditions






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temperature at the injection depth must be

between 35° and 90°F, measured at 3 inchesin depth.









o For fine textured soils (clay, clayloam, and silty clay loam) there mustbe enough moisture (50 - 75% of

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o cavailable water capacity) to form asmooth ball with defined finger marks,light soil/water staining on fingers,ribbons between thumb andforefinger.

o For fields with more than one soiltexture, soil moisture content in thelightest textured (most sandy) areasmust comply with this soil moisturerequirement. The field may be dividedinto areas of similar soil texture andthe soil moisture of each area shouldbe adjusted as needed. Coarsertextured soils can be fumigated underconditions of higher soil moisture thanfiner textured soils; however, if thesoil moisture is too high, fumigantmovement will be retarded andeffectiveness of the treatment will bereduced. Previous and/or localexperience with the soil to be treatedor the crop to be planted can oftenserve as a guide to conditions thatwill be acceptable. If there isuncertainty in determining the soilmoisture content of the area to betreated, a local extension service orsoil conservationist or pest controladvisor (agriculture consultant)should be consulted for assistance.

. If there is insufficient moisture throughout thetop six inches below the surface of soilimmediately prior to the application, the soilmoisture must be adjusted. If there is adequatesoil moisture below six inches, soil moisturecan be brought to the surface by tillage beforethe application. To conserve soil moisture,tillage should be done as close to the time ofapplication as possible.

. Applications must be followed immediately with0.20 to 0.50 inches of water through solid setsprinklers.

. A minimum of two or more water seals must beapplied; one water seal on the first evening ofthe application and the second on the secondevening of the day after application.

Application and Equipment Considerations• Anti-siphon and back-flow prevention devices


product does not spill or leak.

. Tanks must have scalable covers on accessports.

. Tanks must have proper pesticide labelsaffixed to them.

.All tanks, hoses, fittings, valves andconnections must be serviceable, tightened,sealed and not leaking.




. Each nozzle must be equipped with a flowmonitor, e.g., mechanical electronic, or Red-ball type monitor.

. To inject fumigant, use a metering system,effectively designed and constructed ofmaterials that are compatible with the fumigantand capable of being fitted with systeminterlocking controls,

. Nozzles and metering devices are of correctsize and are sealed and unobstructed.




. The system must contain functional interlockingcontrols to automatically shut off the pesticideinjection pump when the water pump motorstops.


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c rSystems must use a metering pump such as apositive displacement injection pump (e.g.,diaphragm pump) effectively designed andconstructed of materials that are compatible withpesticides and capable of being fitted with asystem interlock.Drip ApplicationsWeather Conditions. To determine if unfavorable weather conditions




• Do not apply if an air-stagnation advisoryissued by the National Weather Service is ineffect for the area in which the application isplanned, during the application, or the 48 hoursafter the application is complete.








Soil Temperature• At the beginning of the application, the soil


. If air temperatures have been above 100°F inany of the three days prior to application, thensoil temperature .must be measured andrecorded in the FMP. Record temperaturemeasurements at the application depth or 12inches, whichever is shallower.

Soil Moisture• The soil moisture in the top six inches of soil



. If appropriate measuring equipment is not usedto determine whether the soil moisture in thetop six inches of soil is between 60% to 80%available water capacity immediately prior theapplication, the USDA Feel and Appearance

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r.Method test may be used to estimate whetherthe 60% to 80% soil moisture contentrequirement is met:





o For fields with more than one soiltexture, soil moisture content in thelightest textured (most sandy) areasmust comply with this soil moisturerequirement. The field may be dividedinto areas of similar soil texture andthe soil moisture of each area shouldbe adjusted as needed. Coarsertextured soils can be fumigated underconditions of higher soil moisture thanfiner textured soils; however, if thesoil moisture is too high, fumigantmovement will be retarded andeffectiveness of the treatment will bereduced. Previous and/or localexperience with the soil to be treatedor the crop to be planted can oftenserve as a guide to conditions that

cwill be acceptable. If there isuncertainty in determining the soilmoisture content of the area to betreated, a local extension service orsoil conservationist or pest controladvisor (agriculture consultant)should be consulted for assistance.

. If there is insufficient moisture throughout thetop six inches below the surface of soilimmediately prior to the application, the soilmoisture must be adjusted. If there is adequatesoil moisture below six inches, soil moisturecan be brought to the surface by tillage prior tothe application. To conserve soil moisture,tillage should be done as close to the time ofapplication as possible.


included in the FMP.. Application to blocks with previously laid and

perforated tarps is allowed, but once a tarp isperforated, the application is no longerconsidered tarped. Therefore, the applicationwould not be eligible for tarp buffer zonecredits.

Flushing Drip Irrigation Lines. After application of the fumigant, continue to

irrigate the area with water to flush the injectionand irrigation system with untreated water. Donot allow fumigant to remain in the irrigationsystem after the application is complete. Thetotal volume of water must be adequate tocompletely remove the fumigant from theirrigation system, but should be less than theamount that could over-saturate the beds. Ifcommon lines are used for both the fumigantapplication and the water .treatment/seal (ifapplied), these lines must be adequatelyflushed before starting the water treatment/sealand/or normal irrigation practices.

Application and Equipment Considerations• Anti-siphon and back-flow prevention devices


product does not spill or leak.. Tanks must have sealable covers on access

ports.

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r. Tanks must have proper pesticide labels

affixed to them..All tanks, hoses, fittings, valves and



• For undiluted product, aluminum, brass,copper, galvanized iron, and zinc materialscannot be used.

. The drip irrigation system (main lines, headers,drip tape) must be thoroughly checked forleaks before the start of the application. Anadequate run-time and pressure are needed todetect leaks. Look for puddling along majorpipes (holes on pipes or leaky joints), at the topand ends of rows (leaky connections, open driptape), in the furrows and on the bed surface(damaged drip tape, malfunctioning emitters).

. To inject fumigant, use a metering system,effectively designed and constructed ofmaterials that are compatible with the fumigantand capable of being fitted with systeminterlocking controls.




. The system must contain functional interlockingcontrols to automatically shut off the pesticideinjection pump when the water pump motorstops.


. Systems must use a metering pump such as apositive displacement injection pump (e.g.,

diaphragm pump) effectively designed andconstructed of materials that are compatiblewith pesticides and capable of being fitted witha system interlock.

. Nozzles and metering devices are of correctsize and are sealed and unobstructed.

Flood Basin, Furrow and Border ApplicationsWeather Conditions. To determine if unfavorable weather conditions






. Detailed National Weather Service forecastsfor local weather conditions, wind speed, andair stagnation advisories may be obtainedonline at: http://www.nws.noaa.qov. on NOAAweather radio, or by contacting your localNational Weather Service Forecasting Office.


movement of air, which results in trappingfumigant vapors near the ground. The resultingair mass can move off-site in unpredictabledirections. These conditions typically exist priorto sunset and continue past sunrise and persistas late as noontime. Unfavorable conditionsare common on nights with limited cloud coverand light to no wind and their presence can beindicated by ground fog or smog and can alsobe identified by smoke from a ground source

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c cthat flattens out below a ceiling layer andmoves laterally in a concentrated cloud.











must be between 60% to 80% of available

water capacity immediately prior to theapplication, subject to the exception below.

. EXCEPTION: In areas where soil moisturemust exceed available water capacity to form a

,bed (e.g., certain regions in Florida), soilmoisture content may exceed the 80%.






o For fields with more than one soiltexture, soil moisture content in thelightest textured (most sandy) areasmust comply with this soil moisturerequirement. The field may be dividedinto areas of similar soil texture andthe soil moisture of each area should

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r rbe adjusted as needed. Coarser

, textured soils can be fumigated underconditions of higher soil moisture thanfiner textured soils; however, if thesoil moisture is too high, fumigantmovement will be retarded andeffectiveness of the treatment will bereduced. Previous and/or localexperience with the soil to be treatedor the crop to be planted can oftenserve as a guide to conditions thatwill be acceptable. If there isuncertainty in determining the soilmoisture content of the area to betreated, a local extension service orsoil conservationist or pest controladvisor (agriculture consultant)should be consulted for assistance.

. If there is insufficient moisture throughout thetop six inches below the surface of soilimmediately prior to the application, the soilmoisture must be adjusted. If there is adequatesoil moisture below six inches, soil moisturecan be brought to the surface by tillage prior tothe application. To conserve existing soilmoisture, tillage should be done as close to thetime of application as possible.

Application and Equipment Considerations. Systems using a gravity flow pesticide

dispersing system must meter the pesticideinto the water at the head of the field anddownstream of a hydraulic discontinuity suchas a drop structure or weir box to decreasepotential for water source contamination frombackflow if water flow stops.

. Meter at a steady rate into 3 to 18 inches ofwater per treated acre during irrigation.IMPORTANT: Prior to starting the application,always inspect ditches and border areas toensure containment of the irrigation waters.Apply only into field head ditch. DO NOTAPPLY INTO ANY LATERAL DITCHES.

. Back-flow prevention devices must be installedand in working order.

.Tanks must be in good condition to ensureproduct does not spill or leak.


. Tanks must have sealable covers on accessports.

. Tanks must have proper pesticide labelsaffixed to them.

• All tanks, hoses, fittings, valves andconnections must be serviceable, tightened,sealed and not leaking.



. To inject fumigant, use a metering system,effectively designed and constructed ofmaterials that are compatible with the fumigantand capable of being fitted with systeminterlocking controls.

. Flow rates must be calibrated and checked foreach application.

. All previous materials applied with the systemmust be cleaned thoroughly prior to fumigantapplication.

. System must be flushed after application tototally remove all fumigant.

MAXIMUM APPLICATION RATES FOR PRE-PLANT SOIL USES

Maximum application rate is 360 Ibs metampotassium/A and 63.9 gallons Sectagon-K54/A

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r cCALCULATING THE BROADCAST EQUIVALENT APPLICATION RATE

To calculate the broadcast equivalent rate forbedded or strip applications the followinginformation is needed:• gallons of product per treated acre• strip or bed bottom width (inches)• center-to-center row spacing (inches)• application block size (acres)

Gallons of product per treated acre is the ratio of totalamount of product applied to the size of the total areatreated (e.g., the rate of product applied in the bed).For bedded or strip applications, the total area treatedis the summation of the area (i.e., length x width) ofeach treated bed bottom or strip that is located withinthe application block as shown by the black areas inFigure 1 (e.g., black areas are 0.6A or 60% of the areawithin the application block). The area of the spacebetween the beds/strips is not factored in the total areatreated.

The application block size is the acreage within theperimeter of the fumigated portion of a field (includingfurrows, irrigation ditches, roadways). The perimeter ofthe application block is the border that connects theoutermost edges of total area treated with the fumigantproduct.

The "broadcast equivalent rate" must be calculated with the following formula:

Figure 1. Bedded/Strip Application(1 acre application block)

Space Between Beds/Snips is not treated

broadcast equivalent rate(gallons product/acre)

strip or bed bottom width(inches)

center-to-center row spacing(inches)

gallons product/treated acre appliedin the strip or bed

The bed width must be measured from thebottom of bed.The center-to-center row spacing mustcalculate as shown in Figure 2.If there are any ditches, waterways, drive rowsand other areas that are not fumigated that arein the application block, multiply the abovebroadcast equivalent equation by (total area ofstrips or beds + row spacing)/(applicationblock size). A sample calculation is providedbelow.'

Figure 2. Center Row Spacing

center-to-centerrow space

RaisedBed

RaisedBed

center-to-centerrow space

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rSample broadcast equivalent rate calculation

Assumptions:o Application method is shank beddedo Bed width is 30 inches (measured at the bottom

of bed)o Center-to-center row spacing is 60 incheso 63.9 gallons of product per treated acre is

applied in the bedso Total application block size is 10 acreso Ditch in the middle of application block is 0.25

acreso Area of beds + row spacing is 9.75 acres

broadcast. equivalent rate

(gallonsproduct/acre)

strip or bed bottom width(inches)

center-to-center row spacing(inches)

area of strip orbed + row spacing

x application blocksize

gallons product/treated acre

applied in the bed

30 inch width beds 9.75 acres

60 inch row spacing

31 gallons product/acre

10 acres63.9 gallons

product/treated acre

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c cBUFFER ZONE REQUIREMENTS

A buffer zone must be established for everyfumigant application. The following describesthe general buffer zone requirements:• An area established around the perimeter of

each application block. The buffer zonemust extend outward from the edge of theapplication block perimeter equally in alldirections.

• All non-handlers, including field workers,residents, pedestrians, and other bystanders,must be excluded from the buffer zoneduring the buffer zone period except fortransit (see Buffer Zone Exemptions forTransit on Roadways).

• Local, state, or federal officials performinginspection, sampling, or other similar officialduties are not excluded from the applicationblock or the buffer zone by this labeling. Thecertified applicator supervising theapplication and the owner of theestablishment where the application is takingplace are not authorized to, or responsiblefor, excluding those officials from theapplication block or the buffer zone.

• The buffer zone period begins at the start ofthe application and lasts for a minimum of48-hours after the application is complete.

Buffer Zone Proximity

• Before the start of application, the certifiedapplicator must determine whether theirbuffer zone will overlap any metam sodiumor metam potassium (or other MITCgenerating pesticides) buffer zone(s).

• To reduce the potential for off-site movementfrom multiple fumigated fields, buffer zonesfrom multiple metam sodium or metampotassium (or other MITC generatingpesticides) application blocks must notoverlap UNLESS:1. A minimum of 12 hours have elapsed

from the time the earlier application(s) iscomplete until the start of the laterapplication, and

2. Fumigant Site Monitoring or ResponseInformation for Neighbors have beenimplemented if there are any residences

or businesses within 300 feet of any ofthe buffer zones.

In addition, only for Low Release Height-SolidStream Center Pivot Applications:• Before the application begins, the certified

applicator must determine whether theapplication block or its resulting buffer willoverlap with a buffer that is already in effect.

• To reduce the potential for off-site movementfrom multiple fumigated fields, buffer zonesfrom multiple metam sodium or metampotassium application blocks may notoverlap UNLESS:o Both application blocks are treated using

low release height-solid stream centerpivot systems. The 12 hour waitingperiod does not apply in this instance.NOTE: Under this exception, bufferzones may only overlap with those fromapplication blocks that are not within thesame field (i.e., application blocks mustbe in separate fields that are treated witha different center pivot rig also equippedwith low release height etc.). For buffersfrom application blocks within the samefield to overlap, 12 hours must elapsefrom the completion of the first applicationuntil the start of the subsequentapplication.

o Fumigant Site Monitoring or ResponseInformation for Neighbors have beenimplemented if there are any residencesor businesses within 300 feet of any ofthe buffer zones.

Structures Under The Control Of The OwnerOf The Application Block

• Buffer zones must not include buildings usedfor storage (e.g., sheds, barns, garages),UNLESS:o The storage buildings are not occupied

during the buffer zone period, ando The storage buildings do not share a

common wall with an occupied structure.

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rAreas Not Under The Control Of The OwnerOf The Application Block

• Buffer zones must not include residentialareas (e.g., employee housing, privateproperty), buildings (e.g., commercial,industrial), outdoor residential areas (e.g.,lawns, gardens, play areas) and other areasthat people may occupy, UNLESS:1. The occupants provide written

agreement, prior to the start of theapplication, that they will voluntarilyvacate the buffer zone during the entirebuffer zone period, and

2. Reentry by occupants and other non-handlers must not occur until,o The buffer zone period has ended,

ando Sensory irritation is not experienced

upon re-entry.

• Buffer zones must not include agriculturalareas owned and/or operated by personsother than the owner of the application block,UNLESS:1. The owner of the application block can

ensure that the buffer zone will notoverlap with a metam sodium or metampotassium (or other MITC generatingpesticides) buffer zone from any otherproperty owners, except as provided inthe Buffer Zone Proximity section, and

2. The owner of the other property provideswritten agreement to the applicator thatthey, their employees, and other personswill stay out of the buffer zone during theentire buffer zone period.

• Buffer zones must not include roadways andrights of way UNLESS:1. The area is not occupied during the buffer

zone period, and2. Entry by non-handlers is prohibited during

the buffer zone period.Buffer Zone Exemptions for Transiton RoadwaysVehicular and bicycle traffic onpublic and private roadwaysthrough the buffer zone ispermitted. (NOTE: Buffer zonesare not permitted to include bus

stops or other locations wherepersons wait for public transit.)

• For all other publicly owned and/or operatedareas such as parks, sidewalks, permanentwalking paths, playgrounds, and athleticfields, buffer zones must not include theseareas UNLESS:1. The area is not occupied during the buffer

zone period,2. Entry by non-handlers is prohibited during

the buffer zone period, and3. Written permission to include the public

area in the buffer zone is granted by theappropriate state and/or local authoritiesresponsible for management andoperation of the area.

Certified applicators must comply with all locallaws and regulations.

See the Posting section for additionalrequirements that may apply.

BUFFER ZONE DISTANCES

Buffer zone distances must be calculated usingthe application rate and the size of theapplication block.

• Buffer zone distances must be based onlook-up tables in this labeling (25 feet is theminimum distance regardless of site-specificapplication parameters).

• If after applying all applicable buffer zonecredits the buffer zone is greater than Vz mile(2,640 ft), then the application is prohibited.

• Tables 1-12 as appropriate for the method ofapplication must be used to determine theminimum buffer distances. Round up to thenearest rate and block size, whereapplicable. Applications are prohibited forrates or block sizes that exceed what ispresented in the buffer zone tables.

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BUFFER ZONE CREDITS POSTING FUMIGANT BUFFER ZONES

The buffer zone distances for Sectagon-K54applications may be reduced by the percentageslisted below. Credits may be added, but creditscannot exceed 80%. Also, the minimum bufferzone distance is 25 feet regardless of bufferzone credits available.

• Seehttp://www.epa.gov/pesticides/tarpcredits/ fora list of tarps that have been tested anddetermined to qualify for buffer reductioncredits. Only tarps listed on this websitequalify for buffer reduction credits.

• 10% reduction in buffer zone distance, IF theorganic content of the soil in the applicationblock is > 1% - 2%; a 20% reduction is bufferzone distance, IF the organic content of thesoil in the application block is >2% - 3%; anda 30% reduction in the buffer zone distance,IF the organic content of the soil in theapplication block is >3%.

• 10% reduction in buffer zone distance, IF thesoil temperature is measured to be 50°F orless. Record temperature measurements atthe application depth or 12 inches, whicheveris shallower.

• 10% reduction in the buffer zone distance, IFthe clay content of the soil in the applicationblock is greater than 27%.

Examples of Buffer Zone Calculations withCredits AppliedIf the buffer zone is 50 feet and the applicationqualifies for a buffer zone reduction credit sincethe soil organic content is 1.5%, then the bufferzone can be reduced by 10%, \.e., reduced by 5feet based on the following calculation: 50 feet -(50 feet x .10%) = 45 feet.

If the buffer zone is 50 feet and theapplication qualifies for two buffer zonecredits since the soil organic content is 1.5%and the clay content is greater than 27%,then the buffer zone can be reduced by 20%(10% organic content credit + 10% claycontent credit), i.e., reduced by 10 feet basedon the following calculation 50 feet - (50 feetx 20%) = 40 feet.

Posting of a buffer zone is required unlessthere is a physical barrier that preventsbystander access to the buffer zone.Buffer Zone signs must be placed along oroutside the perimeter of the buffer zone, atall usual points of entry and along likelyroutes of approach from areas where peoplenot under the owner's control may approachthe buffer zone.o Some examples of points of entry

include, but are not limited to, roadways,sidewalks, paths, and bike trails.

o Some examples of likely routes ofapproach include, but are not limited to,the area between a buffer zone and aroadway, or the area between a bufferzone and a housing development.

o When posting, the certified applicatorsupervising the application must ensurecompliance with all local laws andregulations.

Buffer Zone signs must meet the followingcriteria:

o The printed side of the sign must faceaway from the application block towardareas from which people could approach.

o Signs must remain. legible during theentire posting period and must meet thegeneral standards outlined in the WPS forsign size, text size, and legibility (see 40CFR§170.120).

o Signs must be posted no sooner than 24hours prior to the start of the applicationand remain posted until the buffer zoneperiod has expired.

o Signs must be removed within 3 daysafter the end of the buffer zone period.

o Buffer Zone signs which meet the criteriaabove will be provided at points of salefor applicators to use. Templates may bedownloaded . fromhttp://www.epa.gov/pesticides/reregistration/soil_fumigants/.

o The Buffer Zone signs must contain thefollowing information:

• The 'Do Not Walk' symbol• DO NOT ENTER/NO ENTRE,• Metam Potassium Sectagon-

K54 Fumigant BUFFER ZONE,

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• Contact information for thecertified applicator in charge ofthe fumigation.

Exception: If multiple contiguous blocksare fumigated within a 14-day period, theentire periphery of the contiguous blocks'buffer zones may be posted. Buffer Zonesigns must be posted no sooner than 24-hours prior to the start of the firstapplication. The signs must remainposted until the last buffer zone periodexpires and signs must be removedwithin 3-days after the buffer zone periodfor the last block has expired.

RESTRICTIONS FOR DIFFICULT TOEVACUATE SITES

Difficult to evacuate sites are pre-K to grade 12schools, state licensed daycare centers, nursinghomes, assisted living facilities, hospitals, in-patient clinics, and prisons.

• No fumigant application with a buffer zonegreater than 300 feet is permitted within 1/4mile (1320 feet) of difficult to evacuate sitesunless the site is not occupied by childrenfrom state-licensed day care centers,students (pre-K to grade 12), patients, orprisoners during the application and the 36-hour period following the end of theapplication.

• No fumigant application with a buffer zone of300 feet or less is permitted within 1/8 mile(660 feet) of difficult to evacuate sites unlessthe site is not occupied by children fromstate-licensed day care centers, students(pre-K to grade 12), patients, or prisonersduring the application and the 36-hour periodfollowing the end of the application.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ANDRESPONSE MEASURES

If the buffer zone is 25 feet, then the EmergencyPreparedness and Response Measures are notapplicable.

Triggers for Emergency Preparedness andResponse Measures

The certified applicator must either follow thedirections under the Fumigant Site Monitoringsection or follow the directions under theResponse Information for Neighbors section if:

• the buffer zone is greater than 25 feet butless than or equal to 100 feet, and there areresidences or businesses within 50 feet fromthe outer edge of the buffer zone, or

• the buffer zone is greater than 100 feet butless than or equal to 200 feet, and there areresidences or businesses within 100 feetfrom the outer edge of the buffer zone, or

• the buffer zone is greater than 200 feet butless than or equal to 300 feet, and there areresidences or businesses within 200 feetfrom the outer edge of the buffer zone, or

• the buffer zone is greater than 300 feet orthe buffer zones overlap, and there areresidences or businesses within 300 feetfrom the outer edge of the buffer zone.

Fumigant Site Monitoring

NOTE: Fumigant Site Monitoring is ONLYrequired if the Emergency Preparedness andResponse Measures are triggered ANDdirections from the Response Information forNeighbors section are not followed.From the start of the application until the bufferzone period expires, a certified applicator orhandler(s) under his/her supervision must:• Monitor for sensory irritation in areas

between the buffer zone outer perimeter andresidences and businesses that trigger thisrequirement.

• Monitoring for sensory irritation must begin inthe evening on the day of application andcontinue until the buffer zone period expires.Monitor a minimum of 8 times during thebuffer zone period, including these periods:

-1 hour before sunset,- during the night,-1 hour after sunrise, and- during daylight hours.

Implement the emergency response planimmediately if a handler monitoring experiencessensory irritation.

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oResponse Information For Neighbors

NOTE: Response Information for Neighbors isONLY required if the Emergency Preparednessand Response Measures are triggered ANDdirections from the Fumigant Site Monitoringsection are not followed.

The certified applicator supervising theapplication must ensure that residences andbusinesses that trigger the requirement havebeen provided the response information at least1 week before the application starts. Theinformation provided may include applicationdates that range for no more than 4 weeks. Ifthe application does not occur when specified,the information must be delivered again.

Information that must be included:• The location of the application block.• Fumigant(s) applied including the active

ingredient, name of the fumigant product(s),and the EPA Registration number.

• Contact information for the applicator andproperty owner.

• Time period in which the application isplanned to take place (must not range morethan 4 weeks).

• Early signs and symptoms of exposure to thefumigant(s) applied, what to do, and who tocall if you believe you are being exposed(911 in most cases).

• How to find additional information aboutfumigants.

The method used to share the responseinformation for neighbors can be accomplishedthrough mailings, door hangers, or othermethods that will effectively inform theresidences and businesses within the requireddistance from the edge of the buffer zone.

NOTICE TO STATE AND TRIBAL LEADAGENCIES

If your state and/or tribal lead agency requiresnotice, information must be provided to theappropriate state or tribal lead agency prior tothe application. Please refer towww.epa.gov/fumigantstatenotice for a list ofstates and tribal lead agencies that require

rnotice and information on how to submit theinformation.

The information that must be provided to stateand tribal lead agencies includes the following:• Location of the application blocks,• Fumigant(s) applied including EPA

registration number,• Applicator and property owner contact

information, and• Time period that fumigation may occur.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

The certified applicator must include in the FMPa written emergency response plan thatidentifies:• evacuation routes,• locations of telephones,• contact information for first responders and

local/state/federal/tribal personnel, and• emergency procedures/responsibilities (e.g.,

adding water to the field, repairing tarps,fixing equipment, evacuating upwind) if:

o there is an incident,o sensory irritation is experienced

outside of the buffer zone, and/orthere are equipment/tarp/sealfailure or complaints, or otheremergencies.

SITE-SPECIFIC FUMIGATION MANAGEMENTPLAN (FMP)

Prior to the start of application, the certifiedapplicator supervising the application must verifythat a site-specific fumigation management plan(FMP) exists for each application block. Inaddition, an agricultural operation fumigatingmultiple application blocks may format the FMPin a manner whereby all of the information that iscommon to all the application blocks is capturedonce, and any information unique to a particularapplication block or blocks is captured insubsequent sections.The FMP must be prepared by the certifiedapplicator, the site owner, registrant, or otherparty.The certified applicator must verify in writing(sign and date) that the site-specific FMP(s)

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r creflects current site conditions before the start ofapplication.Each site specific FMP must contain thefollowing elements:. Certified Applicator Supervising the Application

o Name,o Phone number,o Pesticide applicator license and/or

certificate number,o Specify if commercial or private applicatoro Employer name,o Employer address, ando Date and location of completing EPA

approved soil fumigant training program.. General site information

o Application block location (e.g., county,township-range-quadrant), address, orglobal positioning system (GPS)coordinates

o Name, address, and, phone number ofapplication block owner

o Site map, aerial photo or detailed sketchshowing:- application block location- application block dimensions- buffer zone dimensions- property lines- roadways- rights-of-ways- sidewalks- permanent walking paths- bus stops- nearby application blocks- surrounding structures (occupied and

non-occupied)- locations of Buffer Zone signs, and- locations of difficult to evacuate sites

within 1/4 mile of the application blockif the buffer zone is greater than 300feet, or 1/8 mile if the buffer zone is300 feet or less.

- comments. General application information

o Target application date/window,o Fumigant product name, ando EPA registration number.

. Tarp Plan (if tarp is used)o Schedule for checking tarps for damage,

tears, and other problemso Minimum size of damage that will be

repaired

o Factors used to determine when tarp repairwill be conducted

o Equipment/methods used to perforate tarpso Target dates for perforating tarpso Target dates for removing tarps

. Soil conditionso Description of soil texture in the

application block, description of soilmoisture and method used to determinesoil moisture and,

o Soil temperature measurements if airtemperatures were above 100°F in any ofthe 3 days prior to the application

. Buffer zoneso Application method,o Injection depth,o Application rate from lookup table on

label,o Application block size from lookup table

on label,o Credits applied and measurements taken

(if applicable),- Tarp brand name, lot number,

thickness, manufacturer, batchnumber, part number and color

- Organic matter content- Clay content- Soil temperature

o Buffer zone distance, ando Description of areas in the buffer zone

'that are not under the control of theowner of the application block. If bufferzones extend onto areas not under thecontrol of the owner, attach the writtenagreement and keep it with the FMP

. Record Emergency Response Plan asdescribed in the Emergency Response Plansection

. Posting of Fumigant Treated Area and BufferZone

o Person(s) who will post and remove (ifdifferent) Fumigant Treated Area andBuffer Zone signs, and

o Location of Buffer Zone signs. Emergency Preparedness and Response

Measures (if applicable)o Fumigant site monitoring (if applicable):

- When and where it will be conducted;o Response information for neighbors (if

applicable):- List of residences and businesses

informed,

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c r.- Name and phone number of person

providing information, and- Method of providing the information

State and/or tribal lead agency advancenotification (if state and/or tribal lead agencyrequires notice, provide a list of contacts thatwere notified and date notified)Plan describing how communication will takeplace between the certified applicatorsupervising the application, the owner, andother on-site handlers (e.g., tarpperforators/removers, irrigators) for complyingwith label requirements (e.g., buffer zone"location, buffer zone start and end times, timingof tarp perforation and removal, PPE)

o Name and phone number of personscontacted by the certified applicator, and

o Date contactedHandler (including Certified Applicators)Information and PPE

o Names, addresses and phone numbersof handlers

o Names, addresses, and phone numbersfor employers of handlers

o Tasks that each handler is authorized andtrained to perform

o Date of PPE training for each handlero Applicable handler PPE including:

- Long-sleeved shirts/long pants, shoes,socks

- Chemical-resistant apron- Chemical-resistant footwear and

socks- Protective eyewear (not goggles)- Chemical-resistant gloves- Air-purifying respirators

• Respirator make, model, type,style, size, and cartridge/canistertype

- Other PPEo For handlers: Confirmation of receipt of

Fumigant Safe Handling Informationo For handlers designated to wear air-

purifying respirators:- date of medical qualification to wear a

respirator,- date of respirator training, and- date of fit-testing for the respirator

o Unless exempted in the Protection ofHandlers section, verify that:- at minimum 1 handler has the

appropriate respirators and

cartridges/canisters during handleractivities, and

- the employer has confirmed that theappropriate respirator andcartridges/canisters are immediatelyavailable for each handler who willwear one

. Air monitoring plano If sensory irritation is experienced, indicate

whether operations will cease oroperations will continue with use of an air-purifying respirator

o For monitoring the breathing zone:- Representative handler tasks to be

monitored- Monitoring equipment to be used, and- Timing of the monitoring

. Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs)o Identify (e.g., list, attach applicable label

section) applicable mandatory GAPs• Ensure that labels and MSDSs are on-site andreadily available for employees to review.

Record-Keeping ProceduresThe owner of the application block as well as thecertified applicator supervising the applicationmust keep a signed copy of the site-specificFMP for 2 years from the date of application.For situations where an initial FMP is developedand certain elements do not change for multipleapplication blocks (e.g. applicator information,certified applicator, handlers, recordrkeepingprocedures, emergency procedures) onlyelements that have changed need to be updatedin the site-specific FMP provided the following:

o The certified applicator supervising theapplication has verified that thoseelements are current and applicable tothe application block before it isfumigated.

o Record-keeping requirements arefollowed for the entire FMP (includingelements that do not change).

The certified applicator must make a copy of theFMP immediately available for viewing byhandlers involved in the fumigation. The certifiedapplicator or the owner of the application blockmust provide a copy of the FMP to anylocal/state/federal/tribal enforcement personnelwho request the FMP. In the case of anemergency, the FMP must be made immediatelyavailable when requested by

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rlocal/state/federal/tribal emergency responseand enforcement personnel. The certifiedapplicator supervising the application mustensure the FMP is at the application blockduring all handler activities.

Within 30 days after the application is complete,the certified applicator supervising theapplication must complete a Post-ApplicationSummary.

POST-APPLICATION SUMMARY

The Post-Application Summary must contain thefollowing elements:. Actual date and time of the application,. Application rate,. Size of application block. Weather Conditions

o Summary of the National WeatherService weather forecast during theapplication and the 48 hours after theapplication is complete including:

o wind speed, ando air stagnation advisory (if applicable)o Forecast must be checked on the day of,

but prior to the start of the application,and on a daily basis during theapplication if the time period from thestart of the application until theapplication is complete is greater than 24hours.

. Tarp damage and repair information (ifapplicable)

o Date of tarp damage discovery,o Location and size of tarp damage,o Description of tarp/tarp seal/tarp equipment

failure, ando Date and time of tarp repair completion.

• Tarp perforation/removal details (if applicable)o Date and time tarps were perforated,o Date and time tarps were removed, ando Record if tarps were perforated and/or

removed early. Describe the conditionsthat caused early tarp perforation and/orremoval

• Complaint details (if applicable)o Person filing complaint (e.g., on-site

handler, person off-site),o If off-site person, name, address, and

phone number of person filing complaint,and

o Description of control measures oremergency procedures followed aftercomplaint

. Description of incidents (including date andtime), equipment failure, or other emergencyand emergency procedures followed (ifapplicable).

• Communication between applicator, owner andother on-site handlers (if applicable)

o Record additional dates persons werecontacted

. Air monitoring results:o Date(s), time(s) and location(s) of

sensory irritation or air samplemeasurement with the direct readdetection device

o Handler name and task/activityo Air concentration measurement with

direct read detection device (if applicable)o Resulting action/comments (e.g., cease

operations, continue operations with air-purifying respirators, implementemergency response plan)

• Water-run application monitoringo Record monitoring date(s) and time(s)o Name of person(s) monitoringo Record observations:

Is the equipment - functioningproperly,Description of corrective action (ifapplicable), andOther comments

. Fumigant Treated Area and Buffer Zone Signso Dates of posting and removal

• Any deviations from the FMP (e.g., changes inemergency response actions, changes inhandler information, changes in handlersresponsible for completing emergency tasks).

Record-Keeping Procedures

The owner of the application block as well as thecertified applicator supervising the applicationmust keep a signed copy of the Post-ApplicationSummary for 2 years from the date ofapplication).

PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONSMycorrhizae: There are occasions whenSectagon-K54 is known to temporarily reduce

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cmycorrhizae in agricultural soils. For those cropsthat are mycorrhizae'dependent and planted IntoSeetagon-K54 treated soils, it is necessary topractice a good fertilizer program until themycorrhizae repopulate the treated area.

PRODUCT INFORMATIONSectagon-K54 is a water soluble liquid. Whenapplied to soil, the liquid is converted into avolatile fumigant (Methylisocyanate, MITC). Aftera sufficient interval of time, the fumigantdegrades/dissipates leaving the soil ready forplanting.

When to Use Maximum and Minimum RatesThe application rate of Sectagon-K54 isdependent on the soil type to be treated and theposition in the soil of the pest to be suppressedor controlled. For maximum control orsuppression, an understanding of the pest, itslocation and its respiring state will ensuremaximum performance of Sectagon-K54.Generally, a light sandy soil requires a lowerapplication rate than a heavier mineral soil. Inaddition, if the pest is in the upper portion of thesoil profile (annual weeds), a lower applicationrate is generally required than if the pest isdeeper in the soil profile and deeper penetrationis desired (perennial weed seeds andnematodes). When a range of application ratesis given in this label, consult your localagricultural extension service for more specificinformation.

Sectagon-K54 is recommended for thesuppression or control of the following soil-bornepests that attack ornamental, food and fibercrops (consult specific cropping and applicationinstructions for recommendations): Weeds andgerminating weed seeds such asBermudagrass, Chickweed, Dandelions,Ragweed, Henbit, Lambsquarter, Pigweed,Watercress, Johnsongrass, Nightshade,Nutsedge (suppression only), Wild Morning-glory and Purslane; Nematodes (suppressiononly), Symphylids (Garden Centipede) andsoilborne diseases such as Rhizoctonia,Pythium, Phytophthora, Verticillium, Sclerotinia,Oak Root Fungus and Club Root of Crucifers.

cNematodes and Nutsedge: Nematodesuppression is achieved when Sectagon-K54converts to Methyl Isothiocyanate (MITC) andmakes contact with active forms of thenematodes, preferably juveniles. Endo-parasitesin plant residue may not be suppressed. Plantresidues from previously infected crops shouldbe completely decomposed prior to Sectagon-K54 application to ensure maximum exposure.Eggs are more difficult to suppress thanjuveniles, but are susceptible. Pre-irrigation hasbeen demonstrated to stimulate egg hatch ofsome species and may enhance overallSectagon-K54 performance. Nutsedge may besuppressed with Sectagon-K54 if activelygrowing and a high use rate is used (63.9 gal ofproduct/acre). More often, rhizomes, roots andshoots will be controlled but the tuber will remainviable and at a later time regrow. Treatmentsmade immediately prior to a crop planting (afterthe necessary waiting period) will give a weed-free period for crop establishment.

USE PRECAUTIONS• Keep people and pets out of treated areas.• Sectagon-K54 uses described on this label

are intended for pre-plant soil preparationonly. All plant foliage and any establishedplants growing on the treatment sites will beeither severely damaged or destroyed. Keepthe product off of any desirable turf or plants.

• Do not apply within 3 ft. of the drip line ofdesirable plants, shrubs, or trees.

• Do not use in confined areas withoutadequate ventilation or when fumes mayenter nearby dwellings.

• Keep container tightly closed when not inuse.

• NOTE: Sectagon-K54 will suppress and/orcontrol only those pests in the fumigationzone at the time of treatment. Re-infestationmay occur subsequent to the fumigantsdegradation/dissipation from the soil.

TREATMENT GUIDELINESFor optimum results, certain procedures shouldbe observed at designated times in thetreatment program. Described below areimportant guidelines for each of the four stagesof the treatment process. Consult your Sales

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rRepresentative for the appropriate treatmentprogram for your particular needs.. Pre-Application. Field Preparation Prior to Application. Application. Pre-Planting After Application of Sectagon-K54

PRE-APPLICATIONSectagon-K54 is applied post-harvest and 14 to21 days before a new crop is planted (see"Testing of Treated Soil Before Planting"section). In some areas, fall application ispreferred, as the product will dissipate over thewinter that allows planting to begin as soon asfavorable springtime conditions arrive.

Application RateApply 30 to 63.9 gallons of product per treatedacre depending on crop, target pest and soilproperties (or see crop-specific considerations inthe Additional Information section of this label).Some of the soil properties to consider whendetermining the application rate include soiltexture, percent organic matter and depth of soilto be treated.

Target Pest and Depth of TreatmentWhen application rates for this product are givenin ranges, use the higher rate if pests (insects,nematodes, etc.) are present in high numbers orif the area to be treated has a history of pestproblems. Consult with your state'snematologist, entomologist and plant pathologistto determine if crop rotation is more feasible ordesirable than fumigation. NOTE: This productwill only suppress or control pests that are in thefumigated zone at time of treatment. For controlof weeds and fungi, which cause seed orseedling diseases, treatment of only the top 2 to4 inches of soil may be required (see applicationspecific requirements in the Good AgriculturalPractices section of this label). Treatmentdepths greater than 4 inches maybe required forcontrol of nematodes and fungi which occurthroughout the rhizosphere. The requiredapplication rate should be increasedproportionately with the depth of the treatmentrequired. Always choose the appropriateapplication method to evenly distribute thisproduct throughout the soil to the requiredtreatment depth.

Soil CharacteristicsSoil properties to consider when determining theapplication rate of this product include the depthof soil to be treated, soil texture, and percentorganic matter. Due to the absorbing effect ofhumus, soils with high levels of organic matterunder the surface require higher rates. Forexample, muck soil may require twice the ratethat would be used in mineral soils. Applicationrates will also vary with soil texture. Forexample, heavy clay soils require a higher ratethan light sandy soils.

PhytotoxicitySectagon-K54 is phytotoxic. Protect valuable,non-target plants by stopping soil applications ofthis product at least three feet short of the dripline of the trees, shrubs and other desirableplants. For sprinkler application, crop injury andlack of effectiveness can result from non-uniformdistribution of the treated water.

APPLICATION OF SECTAGON-K54Apply according to the methods and ratesoutlined below under the section "USES, RATESAND APPLICATION METHODS."

Use of Diluted Sectagon-K54Do not store the diluted product. Do not allowthe diluted solution to stand overnight: Use thediluted solution promptly after mixing with water.Flush all equipment with water after each day'suse. All rinsate should be properly applied tothe field.

Application in Tank Mix with Liquid FertilizerSectagon-K54 may be injected in a mixture withliquid fertilizers; however, a dual injectionsystem is preferred. Since the composition ofliquid fertilizers vary considerably, the physicalcompatibility of each Sectagon-K54/fertilizertank mix should be checked by using thefollowing procedure:Mix a small quantity of Sectagon-K54 and liquidfertilizer in the same ratio as they will be appliedto the field (e.g., if 30 gallons of Sectagon-K54and 30 gallons of liquid fertilizer are to beapplied per treated acre, then the mixture shouldbe mixed in a 30:30 or 1:1 ratio). Mix in a glasscontainer. Mixing should be done outdoors andout of direct sunlight. Agitate the liquids to attain

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c r <ra complete uniform mixture. IF A UNIFORM MIXCANNOT BE MADE, THE MIXTURE SHOULDNOT BE USED! If the mixture remains uniformfor 30 minutes without agitation, the combinationmay be used. Should the mixture separate after30 minutes but is readily remixed with agitation,the mixture can be used if adequate agitation ismaintained in the tank.

DO NOT PLACE CAPS ON MIX JAR ASINCOMPATIBLE MIXES MAY EVOLVEHYDROGEN SULFIDE GAS. USE PROMPTLYAFTER MIXING WITH WATER ORFERTILIZER. DO NOT ALLOW THESOLUTION ,TO STAND. FLUSH ALLEQUIPMENT WITH WATER AFTER EACHDAY'S USE. DISASSEMBLE VALVES ANDCLEAN CAREFULLY. ALL RINSATESHOULD BE PROPERLY APPLIED TO THEFIELD.

CHEMIGATION OF SECTAGON-K54When applying by chemigation methods, thefollowing directions or warnings must beobserved: Apply this product only throughsprinkler systems including center pivot, lateralmove, end tow, side (wheel) roll, solid set, orhand move; flood (basin); furrow, border, or drip(trickle) irrigation systems. DO NOT APPLY thisproduct through any other type of irrigationsystem. Crop injury, lack of effectiveness, orillegal pesticide residues in the crop can resultfrom non-uniform distribution of treated water. Ifyou have questions about calibration, youshould contact your State Extension ServiceSpecialists, equipment manufacturers or otherexperts. Do not connect an irrigation systemused for pesticide application to a public watersystem unless prescribed safety devices forpublic water systems stated on the pesticidelabel are in place. A person knowledgeable ofthe chemigation system and responsible for itsoperation or under the supervision of theresponsible person shall shut the system downand make necessary adjustments should theneed arise.

Chemigation Using a Public Water SystemNOTE: TESSENDERLO KERLEY, INC. doesnot encourage connection of chemigationsystems to public water systems. The following

information is provided for users who haveevaluated alternative application and watersource options before choosing to make such aconnection.

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONSIF YOUR CHEMIGATION SYSTEM ISCONNECTED TO A PUBLIC WATERSYSTEM: Public water system is defined as asystem for the provision to the public of pipedwater for human consumption, if such systemhas at least 15 service connections or regularlyserves an average of at least 25 individuals dailyat least 60 days out of the year. Chemigationsystems must contain a functional, reducedpressure zone, backflow preventer (RPZ) or thefunctional equivalents in the upstream watersupply line from the point of pesticideintroduction. As an option to the RPZ, the waterfrom the public water system should bedischarged into a reservoir tank prior to pesticideintroduction. There shall be a complete physicalbreak (air gap) between the outlet end of the fillpipe and top of overflow rim of the reservoir tankof at least twice the inside diameter of the fillpipe. The pesticide injection pipeline mustcontain a functional, automatic, quick closingcheck valve to prevent the flow of fluid towardthe injection pump.

Sprinkler (including center pivot, lateralmove, end tow, side (wheel) roll, solid set orhand move irrigation systems) and Drip

Chemigation SystemsSee "Field Application Where Entire Area isBeing Treated" under USE, RATES ANDAPPLICATION METHODS section of this label.

PRE-PLANTING AFTER APPLICATION OFSECTAGON-K54

Effects of RainIf rain occurs within 24 hours after a Sectagon-K54 application, lack of control at and near thesoil surface may occur.

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rRecontaminationPrecautions must be taken to preventrecontamination of treated fields with plantpathogenic fungi, plant parasitic nematodes orweed seed. Use clean seeds or plants. Beforefarm equipment is driven into the treated area, itshould be rinsed free of untreated soil and weedseeds from other fields.

Days to Cultivating or Planting afterApplicationBecause Sectagon-K54 is harmful togerminating seeds and living plants, anappropriate interval must be observed betweentreatments and planting. On well-drained soilswhich have a light to medium texture and whichare not excessively wet or cold (when soil iscolder than 40°F or contains more moisture than80% available water capacity) following theapplication, planting can begin 14 to 21 daysafter treatment. If soils are heavy or especiallyhigh in organic matter or if the soil remains wetand/or cold (below 60°F) following theapplication, a minimum interval, of 30 daysshould be observed. The interval before plantingshould be extended until the soil is sufficientlydry to allow for cultivation.

Cultivation of Soil before PlantingIMPORTANT: Heavier soils including soils highin clay or organic matter should be allowed toaerate and dry thoroughly after treatment withSectagon-K54. During cold and/or wet (whensoil is colder than 40°F or contains moremoisture than 80% available water capacity)weather, frequent shallow cultivation can aiddissipation of Sectagon-K54 from the treatedsoil.On heavy, wet soils, light surface cultivation tobreak up crusting and promote drying should bedone 5 to 7 days after treatment if planting is tooccur within 14 to 21 days after treatment. Thiscultivation may be repeated as necessary.NOTE OF CAUTION: To avoid contaminatingtreated soils, care should be taken to assure thatuntreated soils are not mixed with treated soils.

Testing of Treated Soils before PlantingFields are fumigated to control soil-borne fungi,nematodes, insects and weeds. The length oftime required for fumigants to escape from thesoil before plants can safely be planted varies

rgreatly. Typically 14 to 21 days are neededunder typical conditions; however,circumstances which do not favor evaporation ofthe fumigant can greatly lengthen the waitingperiod as much as up to 30 days. The releaseperiod is short with (1) low rates of fumigants,(2) light soil, (3) high soil temperatures, (4) lowsoil moisture, (5) shallow application depth, and(6) repeated cultivations after fumigation.Seeded crops are less susceptible to residualsoil fumigant injury than transplanted crops. Ingeneral, fumigants escape slowly from cold, wet,heavy soils. If in doubt, perform either the lettuceseed test or the tomato transplant test asdescribed elsewhere in this label. If germinationoccurs in 1 to 3 days or if tomato plant showssigns of wilting or root burn in 2 days, theproduct is still available and an extended waitperiod must be observed.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST STATES OF IDAHO,NEVADA, OREGON AND WASHINGTONNOTE: When applied in the spring, allow aminimum of 14 to 21 days before plantingproviding no fumes are detectable. When thesoil temperature is below 60°F allow a minimumof 21 days before planting. Check for fumes andaerate as needed. Use a seedling indicator plantwith a hot cap to check for activity or fumes (orfollow instructions in preceding paragraph). DONOT plant if fumes are detectable or injury toplant has occurred. Re-aerate the soil and checkagain.

The information below describes two simpletests to assay for harmful residual soil fumigantsbefore planting.

Lettuce Seed Test1. With a trowel, dig into the treated soil to or

just below the depth of application. Remove2 to 4 small (1 to 2 oz) soil samples, mixlightly, and immediately place a portion in anairtight jar so that fumes will not escape. Usemason, wheat germ or similar jars with gas-tight lids.

2. Sprinkle lettuce seeds on the moistenedsurface of the soil and recap immediately.Prepare a similar jar with untreated soil(untreated check) for comparison.

3. Keep the jars at 65 to 85°F; do not place indirect sunlight. Direct sunlight may kill the

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germinate in the dark.4. Inspect the jars for germination in 1 to 3

days.5. The soil is safe for planting if seeds in the

treated jar germinate the same as seeds inthe untreated jar.

IMPORTANT: Be sure (1) to sample the fieldproperly in several areas, particularly low, wetareas; (2) that the lids are airtight and have nogrit under the seal; and (3) that the jars areplaced in indirect sunlight.

Tomato Transplant TestTransplant 5 to 10 succulent, fast-growingtomato seedlings into fumigated bedsapproximately 4 to 6 inches deep. Do the samein a non-fumigated area. If there is variation inthe field, plant into the heaviest, wettest soil.Inspect the seedlings in 2 days for wilting or"root burn". If plants in the fumigated zone lookthe same as those in the non-fumigated zone, itis safe to plant.

Which Test is Best?Both the lettuce seed and tomato transplanttests can serve the purpose. The response oftomato seedlings varies somewhat dependingon how succulent they are, the relative humidity,soil moisture and temperature. Relativedifferences between plants in fumigated andnon-fumigated areas are key to detecting lowlevel residues. High concentrations shouldproduce clear-cut symptoms. Lettuce seedtested in jars are not subjected to the variationsin the field that can affect the response oftomato transplants. However, the process ofcollecting a soil sample allows some fumigant toescape prior to sealing the jar. In addition,excess soil moisture can inhibit normal lettuceseed germination reducing the sensitivity of thetest,

USES, RATES AND APPLICATION METHODSFIELD APPLICATION WHERE ENTIRE AREA

IS BEING TREATEDThis product is not to be used in the followingcounties of Texas: Atascoca, Cameron, Duval,Hidalgo, Maverick, Starr, Willacy, Zapata.

cShank ApplicationsApply Sectagon-K54 at the rate of 30 to 63.9gallons of product per treated acre (or see crop-specific considerations in the AdditionalInformation section of this label). Followimmediately with a roller to smooth and compactthe soil surface. Light watering or tarping afterrolling helps prevent fumigant escape. It may benecessary to stagger the injector placement ontwo or more tool bars to prevent soil build upduring application.When setting up your soil injection equipmentwith either spray blades, injection knives orcoulters make sure they are evenly and closelyplaced to create an even application width anddepth. To accomplish this, it may requiremultiple tool bars with the injection toolsstaggered. This will help prevent build up oftrash and aid in the soil sealing. For example,apply Sectagon-K54 through injectors placed 4inches below the soil surface and 5 inches apart.

Spray Blade Applications (includes bed-topblade and soil cap applications)Apply Sectagon-K54 at the rate of 30 to 62gallons of product per treated acre (or see crop-specific considerations in the AdditionalInformation section of this label). Followimmediately with a roller to smooth and compactthe soil surface. Light watering or tarping afterrolling helps prevent fumigant escape. It may benecessary to stagger the injector placement ontwo or more tool bars to prevent soil build upduring application.When setting up your soil injection equipmentwith either spray blades, injection knives orcoulters make sure they are evenly and closelyplaced to create an even application width anddepth. To accomplish this, it may requiremultiple tool bars with the injection toolsstaggered. This will help prevent build up oftrash and aid in the soil sealing. For example,apply Sectagon-K54 through injectors placed 4inches below the soil surface and 5 inches apart.

Rotary Tiller ApplicationsApply Sectagon-K54 as a broadcast applicationimmediately in front of soil covering equipmentsuch as bed shapers, rotary tillers, discs, etc. toa minimum depth of 6 inches using a single passto incorporate. Use 30 to 63.9 gallons ofSectagon-K54 per treated acre (or see crop-

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"specific considerations in the AdditionalInformation section of this label) followedimmediately by a roller/packer to smooth andcompact the soil surface.

Spray Sectagon-K54 immediately in front of thetiller or mulcher, set to the depth to wherecontrol is desired (minimum of 6 inches). Use30 to 62 gallons per treated acre (or see crop-specific considerations in the AdditionalInformation section of this label). Followimmediately with a roller, power roller or bedshaper to seal soil surface. Light watering or atarp after rolling may be used to help preventfumigant escape.

Center Pivot and Lateral Move ApplicationsUse only those systems which give large waterdroplets to prevent excessive loss. Use 30 to63.9 gallons of Sectagon-K54 per treated acre(or see crop-specific considerations in theAdditional Information section of this label).Meter continuously throughout the injectionperiod all of the Sectagon-K54 required to comein contact with the targeted pest in the treatedzone. The desired depth of treatment obtainedmay be contingent upon soil moisture and type.Soil conditions must facilitate even moisturepenetration without runoff. Flush lines followinginjection of Sectagon-K54. For properapplication rate and placement, consult yourlocal Sectagon-K54 Sales Representative orCounty Extension Expert.

Solid Set Sprinkler ApplicationsUse only those systems which give large waterdroplets to prevent excessive loss. Use 30 to 62gallons of Sectagon-K54 per treated acre (orsee crop-specific considerations in theAdditional Information section of this label).Meter continuously throughout the injectionperiod all of the Sectagon-K54 required to comein contact with the targeted pest in the treatedzone. The desired depth of treatment obtainedmay be contingent upon soil moisture and type.Soil conditions must facilitate even moisturepenetration without runoff. Flush lines followinginjection of Sectagon-K54. For properapplication rate and placement, consult yourlocal Sectagon-K54 Sales Representative orCounty Extension Expert.

Drip ApplicationsSectagon-K54 must be applied through a dripirrigation system designed to wet the soilthoroughly in the area being treated. Meter 30 to63.9 gallons Sectagon-K54 per treated acre (orsee crop-specific considerations in theAdditional Information section of this label) intothe drip system during the entire irrigationperiod. Flush irrigation system with adequatewater after completion of application.

.Important: WEED ELIMINATION WILL NOT BESATISFACTORY IF TOO MUCH WATER ISAPPLIED. AN ADEQUATE CONCENTRATIONOF SECTAGON-K54 MUST BE PRESENT ATTHE TIME OF WEED SEED GERMINATION INORDER TO BE EFFECTIVE.

NOTE: If Sectagon-K54 is applied to establishedplant beds under plastic tarps to terminategrowth of a previous crop and to fumigate thebed in preparation of planting a subsequentcrop, the terminated crop must not be used forany food or feed purposes after Sectagon-K54has been applied.

Flood Basin, Furrow and Border ApplicationIMPORTANT: Prior to starting the application,always inspect ditches and border areas toensure containment of the irrigation waters.Damage to bordering crops will occur if leaksdevelop. Apply only into field head ditch. DONOT APPL Y INTO ANY LATERAL DITCHES.Meter Sectagon-K54 at a steady rate into waterduring irrigation. Depending on the kind of pestand the treatment depth, use 30-62 gallons pertreated acre in 3 to 18 inches of water per acre.Meter Sectagon-K54 into the irrigation water atthe head of the field at a point with enoughturbulence to assure adequate mixing of theproduct in the water.

Application Over Cover Crops: Sectagon-K54can be applied through center pivot or solid setsprinkler systems on cover crops that are livingand less than approximately eight inches tallsuch as alfalfa, clover, green beans, andgrasses such as rye, oats, wheat, and sudan.When applied over cover crops, no soilcultivation is required before the application. Theterminated crop must not be used for any food

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cor feed purpose after Sectago-K54 has beenapplied.

Prevention of Treatment Runoff: To preventrunoff of the treatment during a sprinklerapplication (including center pivot, lateral move,end tow, side (wheel) roll, solid set or handmove), do not apply Sectagon-K54 at a rategreater than the absorption capacity of the field.Should runoff occur, isolate it from growingcrops and water sources. Once collected,reapply to the treated field.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST ONLYSOIL INJECTION: Sectagon-K54 may beapplied using (1) a single shank spaced no morethan 6 inches apart and a spray nozzle 6 inchesdeep; (2) a single shank spaced no more than 6inches apart and spray nozzles spaced 6 to 12inches deep; (3) a single sweep spaced no morethan 12 inches apart and sweep blades 12inches wide with a spray nozzle that will givebroadcast coverage from sweep tip to sweep tip;(4) a doublewinged shank spaced no more than12 inches apart and 9 inches between the wingswith spray nozzles giving uniform coverage; (5)a Noble Plow Blade with spray nozzles spacedevery 6 inches and set to 12 to 14 inches deepusing a disc to immediately incorporate heSectagon-K54 placed on the surface. All soilinjection applications must be followedimmediately with a roller/packer to smooth andcompact the soil surface. Regardless of whichmethod used, you must use 30 to 63.9 gallons ofSectagon-K54 per treated acre (or see crop-specific considerations in the AdditionalInformation section of this label). When applyingSectagon-K54 with injector blades such asNoble Plow Blades in spring, the followingprecautions must be followed:. Apply all fertilizers after the Sectagon-K54

application, Wait a minimum of 7 days beforemaking the application.

. Thoroughly aerate the soils to 7 days after theSectagon-K54 application by plowing, shallowripping or discing, or the combination thereof toallow the fumes to dissipate. Do not work soildeeper than the depth of treatment.

. If soil temperatures are below 60°F, delayplanting for a minimum of 21 days from the dayof the Sectagon-K54 application, regardless of

c . • •any other precautions that may have beentaken.

• In conjunction with the delayed planting, setindicator plants (such as tomatoes) in variousplaces in the treated field with a "hot cap" leftundisturbed for a minimum of 24 hours toensure all of the Sectagon-K54 has left the soil.(See "Testing of Treated Soil Before Planting"section.)

FIELD APPLICATION TO BEDS OR ROWSSOIL INJECTION (Pre-formed Beds):Sectagon-K54 may be injected into preformedplant beds following the directions in the "SoilInjection" section above. If a wider treated bandis desired, space 2 or more shanks at intervalsof 5 inches to cover the desired treating width.Use thin injection shanks and inject Sectagon-K54 4 inches deep into well-prepared soil.Follow immediately with a bedshaper, rollerpress wheel or similar device, or cover with anadequate amount of soil to seal the fumigant intothe soil. Light watering or a tarp after rolling maybe used to help prevent fumigant escape. Applyat the rate of 30 to 63.9 gallons of product pertreated acre (or see crop-specific considerationsin the Additional Information section of this label)(see "Method of Determining Fluid Ounces per100 Feet of Linear Row" section). Place shanks5 inches apart to cover the desired treatingwidth.

SOIL INJECTION (At Bed FormingOperation): Sectagon-K54 may be injectedduring the bedding or row building process, or topre-formed beds, using one of the followingdelivery systems: (1) single narrow knife blade(2) a series of harrow knife blades set no morethan 5 inches apart, (3) a spray blade, (4) tieredshanks, (5) spray rake or (6) similar equipmentthat places Sectagon-K54 in contact with thepest to be controlled or suppressed. The userate for the above operations is 30 to 63.9gallons per treated acre (or see crop-specificconsiderations in the Additional Informationsection of this label). Reduced rates will varydepending upon the actual width of the treatedband desired (see "Method of Determining FluidOunces per 100 Feet of Linear Row" section).Apply the Sectagon-K54 at the desired depth inthe soil and follow immediately with the soil

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capping operation, bedding process, orroller/packer to seal the fumigant into the soil.

SOIL COVERING METHOD (Bed-OverMethods): Sectagon-K54 may be sprayed in abed wide band onto the soil immediately aheadof bed shaping equipment. Cover the Sectagon-K54 with soil to a depth of 3 to 6 inches. The soilshould be rolled and compacted immediately.Apply at the rate of 30 to 63.9 gallons of productper acre (or see crop-specific considerations inthe Additional Information section of this label) oftreated soil or 11 to 22 fluid ounces per 100linear feet of row (12-inch bed). If a narrower orwider bed is to be treated, adjust the fluidounces/100 linear feet of row to reflect the actualtreated acres (see "Method of Determining FluidOunces per 100 Feet of Linear Row" section).

DRENCH APPLICATION ON BEDS ORROWS: Sectagon-K54 may be applied tofinished beds for control of shallow seededweeds. Cultivate the area to be treated and pre-irrigate in accordance with Use Directions. Apply30 to 63.9 gallons of Sectagon-K54 per treatedacre (or see crop-specific considerations in theAdditional Information section of this label) in aband or bands in enough water to soak at least2 inches deep (see "Method of DeterminingFluid Ounces per 100 Feet of Linear Row"section). To avoid contamination by untreatedsoil, do not disturb the treated area.

ROTARY TILLER or POWER MULCHER:Spray Sectagon-K54 immediately in front of thetiller or mulcher, set to the depth to wherecontrol is desired. Use 30 to 63.9 gallons ofproduct per treated acre (or see crop-specificconsiderations in the Additional Informationsection of this label) (see "Method ofDetermining Fluid Ounces per 100 Feet ofLinear Row" section). Follow immediately with aroller, power roller or bedshaper to seal soilsurface. Light watering or a tarp after rolling maybe used to help prevent fumigant escape.Method of Determining Fluid Ounces per 100Feet of Linear Row1. Determine width of treated band in feet by

dividing width of band in inches by 12 (e.g.: 8in. band = 8 in. - 12 in/ft. = 0.666 ft).

2. Determine square feet in 100 linear feet ofband by multiplying the width of the band by100 (e.g.: 0.666 ft. x 100 ft. = 66.66 sq. ft.)

3. Determine the treated acres per 100 linearfeet of band by dividing the square feet by43,560 (square feet in an acre) (e.g.: 66.66sq.ft.-43,560 = 0.0015)

4. To determine the fluid ounces per 100 linearfeet.

a) 1 gal = 128 fl. oz; 50 gals = 6400 fl. oz.;100 gals = 12,800 fl. oz.b) Multiply fluid ounces by acres. Example:50 gals. = 6400 fl. oz. x 0.0015 = 9.6 fl. oz.per 100 linear feet row.

ADDITIONAL USE INSTRUCTIONSSEED TREATMENT: A suitable fungicideshould be used to treat all crop seed beingplanted into the treated soi|.

PEANUTS: For suppression and/or control ofCylindrocladium Black Rot (CBR) andnematodes, apply Sectagon-K54 at the rate of 6gallons per treated acre (5.3 fluid ounces per100 linear feet of row). Use with partiallyresistant cultivators (NC-1OC or others asdesignated by your local Agricultural ExtensionService) in cases of severe disease pressure.Plant other varieties only in cases of light CBRpressure.

Soil Preparations: Before applying Sectagon-K54, all residues from the previous crop shouldbe decomposed (enhance by fall discing) andplowed under in the spring with a moldboardplow. Soil incorporated pre-plant herbicidesmust be applied prior to the application ofSectagon-K54.

Application: Apply 8 to 10 inches below seedplacement with injector shank or coulter typeapplicator placed in front of a bedshaper to markrows. Soil temperatures:must be in the range of60°F to 90°F at a 3 inch depth at time oftreatment.

Tillage and Planting after Application: Do notmix untreated soil with treated soil by tillage orother cultural practices. Plant the peanuts in thecenter of the treated beds no earlier than 14days following the application of Sectagon-K54.

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cAn at-planting nematocide treatment will benecessary in fields with heavy infestations ofRoot Knot, ring and/or sting nematodes.

MINT (SUPPRESSION OF VERTICILLIUMWILT): When infestation is limited to small spotsin a field, the spread of Verticillium can bereduced by treating the infected spots. Apply atthe rate of up to 63.9 gallons of Sectagon-K54per treated acre using injector blade or thinshank injector rig. Follow directions for "FieldApplication Where Entire Area Is BeingTreated".

POTATOES: For suppression of potato pestssuch as nematodes, weed seeds andVerticillium dahliae (Early Maturity Disease).For soil injection, apply a minimum of 30 gallonsper treated acre of Sectagon-K54 following thedirections for "Field Application Where EntireArea Is Treated". Sectagon-K54 may also beapplied at the rate of 40 to 63.9 gallons ofproduct per treated acre using a Noble PlowBlade set to 12 to 14 inches deep with spraynozzles spaced every 6 inches apart to giveuniform coverage, plus a surface applicationusing a disc to immediately incorporate theSectagon-K54 placed on the surface.

Early Maturity Diseases Of Potatoes In ThePacific Northwest: Apply 40 gallons Sectagon-K54 per treated acre using the soil injectionmethod as described in the "Field ApplicationWhere Entire Area Is Being Treated" section.

TREATMENT OF TREE REPLANT SITES INCOMMERCIAL ORCHARDSAfter removing dead or diseased trees and asmuch of the root system as possible, make ashallow basin over the planting site. Applicationwith handheld equipment is prohibited. Use 20fl. oz. of Sectagon-K54 per 100 sq. ft. insufficient water (depending on the soil type) topenetrate at least 6 ft. For control of Oak RootFungus, use a basin of at least 20-ft. x 20-ft.;increase dosage to 26-40 fl. oz of product per100 sq. ft in sufficient water to penetrate to thedepth of the root system. If water is tanked tothe planting site, add Sectagon-K54 to the waterand mix before filling the basin.

ESTABLISHMENT OF TRANSPLANTORCHARDS AND VINEYARDApply 40 to 63.9 gallons of Sectagon-K54 perbroadcast acre to" properly prepared fields bychemigation in sufficient water (e.g. 3 to 18 acreinches) to place the Sectagon-K54 in contactwith the target pest in the treated zone and topenetrate the desired root zone (to 6') of thecrop to be transplanted. The percent availablewater capacity of the soil prior to irrigation willhelp determine the amount of water to use topenetrate the desired zone. A lethalconcentration of Sectagon-K54 must be presentwhile the target species is actively respiring.Sectagon-K54 should be placed at or slightlybelow the soil level of the target pest. Deep-soilripping is recommended prior to treatment.

SYMPHYLID SUPPRESSION: Soil should be ingood seedbed condition to a depth of 8 to 10inches. Maintain adequate moisture during thespring season to bring symphylids to the uppersoil surface. Treat during July to August whensymphylids are in the upper soil surface. Apply aminimum of 15 gallons of Sectagon-K54 pertreated acre (0.3 pints per 100 square feet oftreated soil) using blade or thin blade chiselinjectors spaced 5 inches apart. Inject below thelevel of symphylid concentration, usually 6 to 8inches. Pack soil immediately after theapplication.

TOBACCO PLANT BEDSFall applications are recommended wheneverpossible. Read and follow the use directionscarefully.

Drench Method: Apply 1.5 gallons Sectagon-K54 in 150 to 200 gallons of water per 100square yards. Application may be made withsprinklers, sprayers with nozzles or anysuitable equipment. Follow directions givenabove for "Field Applications Where EntireArea is Being Treated" section. Do not applymore than 63.9 gallons of Sectagon-K54 peracre.

TANK MIX WITH TILLAM® 6E HERBICIDE(TOMATOES ONLY): A tank mix of Sectagon-K54 soil fumigant plus TILLAM® 6E herbicidemay be used to provide the additional benefit ofresidual weed control. The mixture must be

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r rapplied pre-plant to tomatoes if all directions andprecautions pertaining to both Sectagon-K54and TILLAM® 6E are followed. Apply through aspray blade, by shank injection, low pressureboom sprayer or (Western Region only) throughsolid set sprinkler systems. Maintain constantagitation of the mixture throughout the filling andapplication. Use in accordance with the morerestrictive of label limitations and precautions.No label dosage rates should be exceeded. Thisproduct cannot be mixed with any productcontaining a label prohibition against suchmixing. Do not tank mix with other chemicalsunless prior use has proven compatibility.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST (IDAHO, NEVADA,OREGON AND WASHINGTON)

CARROTS: Apply a broadcast application of 30to 63.9 gallons per treated acre of Sectagon-K54for the suppression of Root Knot Nematodes or30 to 63.9 gallons for preplant suppression ofsoil-borne diseases.

MINT (including Peppermint and Spearmint):Apply a pre-plant broadcast application of 30 to63.9 gallons per treated acre of Sectagon-K54for the suppression of Root Knot Nematodesand Verticillium dahliae.

ONIONS: Apply a broadcast or bandedapplication of 30 to 63.9 gallons per treated acreof Sectagon-K54 for the suppression of RootKnot Nematodes or 30 to 63.9 gallons forsuppression of soil-borne diseases.

POTATOES: Apply broadcast sprinklerapplication of 30 to 63.9 gallons per treated acreof Sectagon-K54 for the suppression of RootKnot Nematodes and Verticillium dahliae. Applya broadcast soil application of 30 to 63.9 gallonsper treated acre Sectagon-K54 for thesuppression of Verticillium dahliae.

SUGAR BEETS: Apply broadcast or a bandedapplication of 30 to 63.9 gallons per treated acreSectagon-K54 for the suppression of soil-bornedisease. A fall application of RO-NEET®herbicide followed by or tank mixed withSectagon-K54 in a broadcast application orband application will enhance the overall weedcontrol.

ORCHARD RE-PLANT: Apply a broadcastapplication rate of 56 to 63.9 gallons per treatedacre of Sectagon-K54 in a minimum of 1-acreinch of water through a sprinkler system, or arow treatment of 56 to 63.9 gallons broadcastequivalent, to the future tree row using a weedsprayer (see Terms used in this labeling section)by applying multiple passes of Sectagon-K54while the sprinklers are running until the desiredrate has been applied for the treatment ofspecific orchard replant disease. Trees shouldnot be replanted into the replant site for at least21 days after the application is complete. Checkfor fumes in the soil before planting. Sectagon-K54 may also be applied at the rate of 40 to 63.9gallons of product per treated acre using aNoble Plow Blade set 12 to 14 inches deep withspray nozzles spaced every 6 inches apart togive uniform coverage, with a surfaceapplication using a disc to immediatelyincorporate the Sectagon-K54 placed on thesurface.

WHEAT AND BARLEY: Apply Sectagon-K54 ata rate of 1.5 to 6 gallons of product per treatedacre 14 to 21 days prior to planting for thesuppression of certain early season soil fungiwhich cause root diseases of small grains.Sectagon-K54 may be diluted with water or, ifcompatible, non-acidic liquid fertilizers (see"Application in Tank Mix with Liquid Fertilizer"section) and injected into moist soils to 8 inchesbefore planting.

IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST, IF THE FIELDHISTORY OR SOIL SAMPLING SHOWS HIGHPOPULATIONS OF NEMATODES,FUMIGATION USING BOTH Sectagon-K54AND TELONE® II SHOULD BE USED.CONSULT YOUR TESSENDERLO KERLEY,INC. OR DOW AGROSCIENCESREPRESENTATIVE FOR ADDITIONALINFORMATION.

USE DIRECTIONS FOR SEQUENTIALGROUND APPLICATION OF TELONE® II AND

SECTAGON-K54NOTE: Read the label affixed to the container ofTELONE® II before applying. Carefully follow allprecautionary statements and applicable usedirections. Observe the most restrictive

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rprecautions and limitations for both products anddo not exceed the maximum labeled rates foreither product.

Sequential application of TELONE® II andSectagon-K54 for suppression of Verticilliumdahliae and control of Root Knot and Lesionnematodes in soils to be planted to potatoes inthe Pacific Northwest.

The following use directions provide informationfor a sequential treatment program ofapplications of TELONE® II soil fumigant andSeetagon-K54 soil fumigant. For best results,apply both TELONE® II and Sectagon-K54 in thefall. Alternative treatment schedules include afall application of TELONE® II followed by aspring application of Sectagon-K54, a fallapplication of Sectagon-K54 followed by aspring application of TELONE® II, or a springapplication of both products. Due to timeconstraints resulting from varying weatherconditions, a spring application may result indelayed planting.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS FOR TELONE® IISoil ConditionsSoil conditions at the time of application ofTELONE® II that allow rapid diffusion of thefumigant as a gas through the soil normally givebest results. Compacted soil layers within thedesired treatment zone must be fractured beforeor during application of the fumigant. Soiltemperature must be between 40° to 80°F at thedepth of injection, moist from 2 inches below thesoil surface to at least 12 inches deep, asdetermined by the feel method, free of clods,and with crop residue thoroughly incorporatedinto the soil at least at the time of applicationand sealing.

Application Methods and EquipmentApply TELONE® II as a broadcast treatment atthe minimum rate of 15 gallons per treated acre(44.3 fl. oz/1000 feet of row/outlet based on 12inch centers) using either chisel (shank), NoblePlow (sweep) or modified Para Till applicationequipment. Chisel equipment must have ripper-type shanks. Para Till equipment must bemodified so that outlet spacing is evenlydistributed under the tool bar. With chisel and

Para Till equipment, a shank spacing of 12 to 24inches is recommended. Do not exceed a shankspacing of 24 inches. Outlet depth should be atleast 18 inches below the final soil surface.Noble Plow equipment may be used only wheneither shallow soils (those less that 18 inchesdeep) or soils containing excessive live rootmaterial such as alfalfa or corn stubble preventsthe use of shank application. Noble Plow outletspacing should not exceed 12 inches andapplication should be made to a depth of at least15 inches. Fumigant penetration may be limitedif a plow pan exists below the depth of the Nobleblade. Do not use plow-sole application.Immediately after application of TELONE® II, usea disc, paddle wheel or similar device touniformly mix the top 4-6 inches of soil toeffectively eliminate chisel traces. Then followimmediately with a ring roller or multi-packer toseal the soil surface. Little or no crop residueshould be exposed at the surface following thesealing operation. Any remaining crop residueshould lie flat following sealing. Followingapplication and sealing, leave soil undisturbedfor 7-14 days. The longer undisturbed intervalmay be necessary if the soil is or becomes coldor wet during this period.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS FORSECTAGON-K54

Soil ConditionsSoil conditions at the time of application ofSectagon-K54 must be between 35° and 90°F inthe treated zone and at 60 to 80% availablewater capacity. If necessary, pre-irrigate about aweek prior to treatment to adjust soil moisture todesired levels. Immediately before application,cultivate lightly if the soil has crusted.

Application Methods and EquipmentApply Sectagon-K54 either by chemigation or bysoil injection or surface incorporation as asequential application with TELONE® II. WhenSectagon-K54 is used prior to TELONE® II, allowa minimum of 7 days between treatments. WhenTELONE® II is applied prior to Sectagon-K54,allow a minimum of 7 days before disturbing thesoil or beginning any pre-irrigation for theapplication of Sectagon-K54.

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For Chemigation: Apply Sectagon-K54 at theminimum rate of 30 gallons per treated acre in aminimum of 0.5 acre-inch of water to the desireddepth of treatment. Heavier soils may require ahigher amount of water. Use only those sprinklersystems that give large water droplets to preventexcessive fumigant loss. If for any reasonchemigation is interrupted prior to completion(e.g., excessive wind, equipment malfunction,etc.), back the system up prior to restarting toensure full application to the area affected priorto shutting down the system and to allow fulldistribution of the Sectagon-K54 solutionthroughout the irrigation system prior to movingover untreated soil. After application iscompleted, flush equipment until all Sectagon-K54 is eliminated from the system. Follow allapplication directions described in the"CHEMIGATION OF SECTAGON-K54"sections).

For Soil Injection: Apply Sectagon-K54 at theminimum rate of 30 gallons per treated acreusing either shanks, sweep blades, double-winged shanks, or a Noble Plow Bladecombined with a surface application. Singleshanks should be spaced no more than 6 inchesapart with either single injection outlets no morethan 6 inches deep or dual injection outletsspaced at 6 and 12 inches deep. Single sweepblades should be spaced no more than 12inches apart with sweeps 12 inches wide and aspray nozzle that will provide broadcastcoverage from sweep tip to sweep tip. Double-winged shanks should be spaced no more than12 inches apart with no more than 9 inchesbetween adjacent wings and with spray nozzlesthat provide uniform coverage. The Noble Plowblade should have spray nozzles spaced 6inches apart to give uniform coverage, aninjection depth set at 12 to 14 inches deep, andbe combined with a surface application using adisc to immediately incorporate the Sectagon-K54 placed on the surface. Follow all the aboveapplications immediately with a roller/packer tosmooth and compact the soil surface.

For Surface Incorporation: Apply Sectagon-K54 at the minimum rate of 30 gallons pertreated acre as a broadcast application to thesoil surface immediately in front of soil coveringequipment such as rotary tillers, discs, etc., to a

fminimum depth of 6 inches using a single-passincorporation, followed immediately by aroller/packer to smooth and compact the soilsurface.

SOIL FUMIGATION INTERVAL: Planting maytake place only after odors of either TELONE® IIor Sectagon-K54 are no longer present withinthe zone of fumigation. If Sectagon-K54 followsTELONE® II and is applied in the spring with theNoble Plow Blade, apply all fertilizers at least 7days after the application of Sectagon-K54.Thoroughly aerate the soils to 7 days after theapplication of Sectagon-K54 by shallow plowingand/or discing to allow the fumigant odors todissipate. Wait 14 to 21 days after theapplication of Sectagon-K54 before planting thecrop. Use the 21-day interval if soil temperaturesare below 60°F regardless of any otherprecautions that may have been taken. Inaddition to waiting 21 days, set indicator plants(e.g., tomato seedlings) in various places in thetreated field and cover the plants with a "hotcap", plastic sheeting, bucket, etc., to trap andconfine any fumes present. Leave the plantsundisturbed for a minimum of 24 hours, thenexamine for injury before planting the crop. Donot plant the crop if injury to indicator plants isobserved. If fumes are noticeable at time ofplanting, stop planting and rework the soil. IfTELONE® II follows Sectagon-K54 and isapplied in the spring, wait at least one week foreach 10 gallons of TELONE® II applied beyondthe initial undisturbed period before planting thecrop. If fumigant odors are present at planting,thoroughly aerate the soil following shallowripping and/or discing to allow fumigant odors todissipate. Do not till the soil so deep as to moveuntreated soil from below the treated zone intothe treated soil.

Special Considerations and Precautions:• Use of this sequential application

program of reduced rates of TELONE® IIand Sectagon-K54 does not guaranteepest-free potatoes at harvest.

• Use of TELONE® II and Sectagon-K54according to these use directions willcontrol Root Knot and Lesion nematodepopulations present within the fumigatedzone at the time of fumigation. Thefumigated zone can vary depending upon

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a number of factors such as fumigantrate, application methods used, depth offumigant application, soil moisture, soiltype, soil temperature and soil tilth(including soil compaction and soilporosity). The sequential combination ofreduced rates of TELONE® II andSectagon-K54 will not control or preventre-infestation subsequent to thetreatments. Subsequent pest populationsmay infest the fumigated zone fromirrigation water, equipment, potato seedor other sources of contamination or mayinvade the fumigated zone fromsurrounding untreated soil such as frombeneath the fumigated zone or from non-fumigated pockets within the fumigatedzone. i

• In fields with a history of severe ColumbiaRoot Knot nematode problems, themaximum Federal label rate of 20 gallonsTELONE® II per treated acre isrecommended in sequential combinationwith a minimum of 30 gallons Sectagon-K54 per treated acre per these labeldirections.

• If the application of TELONE® II occurs inthe fall and the application of Sectagon-K54 is not planned until spring, a covercrop such as wheat or grass can beplanted following the undisturbed soilinterval associated with the application ofTELONE® II to reduce the potential forover-winter soil erosion. Refer to theproduct labels affixed to the containers forboth TELONE® II and Sectagon-K54 forrecommended soil conditions; productperformance can be expected to improveas the soil conditions move towardoptimum. Use of this sequentialapplication program of TELONE® I! andSectagon-K54 under soil conditionsoutside the recommended range of soilconditions can be expected to yield lessthan satisfactory performance.

USE DIRECTIONS FOR SIMULTANEOUSGROUND APPLICATION OF TELONE® II AND

SECTAGON-K54Simultaneous application of TELONE® II andSectagon-K54 for suppression of Verticillium

dahliae and control of Root Knot and Lesionnematodes in soils to be planted to potatoes inthe Pacific Northwest.

The following use directions provide informationfor simultaneous ground application ofTELONE® II soil fumigant and Sectagon-K54 soilfumigant. For best results, a fall application isrecommended. Due to time constraints resultingfrom varying weather conditions, a springapplication may result in delayed planting.

NOTE: When TELONE® II and Sectagon-K54are applied simultaneously, the most restrictivepersonal protective equipment, buffer zones,worker notification and entry restrictionsspecified on labels for each product must befollowed. Observe the most restrictiveprecautions and limitations for both products anddo not exceed the maximum labeled rates foreither product.

Soil ConditionsSoil temperature must be between 40° and 80°Fin the treated zone.

Application Methods and EquipmentUse a dual equipment setup to apply TELONE®II and Sectagon-K54 during a single pass.Calibrate equipment for simultaneousapplication of each product. Because ofshallower product placement and the need todisrupt chisel traces from application ofTELONE® II, mount equipment for application ofSectagon-K54 behind that of TELONE® II.

Apply TELONE® II as a broadcast treatment at aminimum rate of 15 gallons of product pertreated acre (44.3 fl. oz/1000 feet of row/outletbased on 12 inch centers) using either chisel(shank), noble (sweep) or modified Para Tillapplication equipment. Chisel equipment musthave ripper-type shanks. Para Till equipmentmust be modified so that outlet spacing is evenlydistributed under the tool bar. With chisel andPara Till equipment, a shank spacing of 12 to 24inches is recommended. Do not exceed a shankspacing of 24 inches. Outlet depth should be atleast 18 inches below the final soil surface.Noble Plow outlet spacing should not exceed 12inches and application should be made to adepth of at least 15 inches. Fumigant

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penetration may be limited if a plow pan existsbelow the depth-of the Noble blade. Do not useplow sole application.

For Soil Injection: Apply Sectagon-K54 asbroadcast treatment at a minimum rate of 30gallons of product per treated acre using eithershanks, sweep blades or double-winged shanks.Single shanks should be spaced no more than 6inches apart with either single injection outletsany more than 6 inches deep or dual injectionoutlets spaced at 6 and 12 inches deep. Singlesweep blades should be spaced no more than12 inches apart with sweeps 12 inches wide anda spray nozzle that will provide broadcastcoverage from sweep tip to sweep tip. Double-winged shanks should be spaced no more than12 inches apart with no more than 9 inchesbetween adjacent wings and with spray nozzlesthat provide uniform coverage.

For Surface Incorporation: Apply Sectagon-K54 at the minimum rate of 30 gallons of productper treated acre as a broadcast application tothe soil surface immediately in front of soilcovering equipment such as rotary tillers, discs,etc., set to a minimum depth of 6 inches.

Sealing the Soil after ApplicationImmediately after application the soil must besealed to prevent fumigant loss and ensure thatan effective concentration of fumigant ismaintained within the soil. Chisel traces resultingfrom the TELONE® II application must bedisrupted to a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches.This may be accomplished with the Sectagon-K54 applicator or with a disc or similar device.As a final step to compact the soil surface andhelp maximize soil sealing, all aboveapplications must be followed with a ring roller orculti-packer.

Soil Fumigation IntervalPlanting may take place only after the odors ofboth TELONE® II and Sectagon-K54 are nolonger present. Following application andsealing, leave the soil undisturbed for 7 to 10days. The longer undisturbed interval may benecessary if the soil is or becomes cold or wetduring this period. For spring applications,thoroughly aerate the soil after the initialundisturbed interval by shallow plowing and/or

discing to allow the fumigant odors to dissipate.Allow 21 days prior to planting. In addition towaiting 21 days, place indicator plants (e.g.,potted tomato seedlings) in various places in thetreated field and cover the plants with a "hotcap", plastic sheeting, bucket, etc., to trap andconfine any fumes present. Leave the plantsundisturbed for a minimum of 24 hours, thenexamine for injury before planting the crop. Donot plant the crop if injury to indicator plants isobserved. If fumes are noticeable at time ofplanting, stop planting and rework the soil.

Special Considerations and Precautions:Use of this simultaneous application program ofreduced rates of TELONE® II and Sectagon-K54does not guarantee pest-free potatoes atharvest. Use of TELONE® II and Sectagon-K54according to these use directions will controlRoot Knot and Lesion nematode populationspresent within the fumigated zone at the time offumigation. The fumigated zone can varydepending upon a number of factors such asfumigant rate, application methods used, depthof fumigant application, soil moisture, soil type,soil temperature and soil tilth (including soilcompaction and soil porosity). The simultaneouscombination of reduced rates of TELONE® II andSectagon-K54 will not control or prevent re-infestation subsequent to the treatment.Subsequent pest populations may infest thefumigated zone from irrigation water, equipment,potato seed or other sources of contamination,or may invade the fumigated zone fromsurrounding untreated soil such as from beneaththe fumigated zone or from within non-fumigatedpockets within the fumigated zone. In fields witha history of severe Columbia Root Knotnematode problems, the maximum Federallabelrate of 20 gallons of TELONE® II per treatedacre is recommended in simultaneouscombination with a minimum of 30 gallons ofSectagon-K54 per treated acre, per these labeldirections. With fall applications, a cover cropsuch as wheat or grass may be planted followingthe undisturbed soil interval associated with thisapplication to reduce the potential for over-winter soil erosion. Refer to the product labelsaffixed to the containers for both TELONE® IIand Sectagon-K54 for further recommendationsand precautions for optimum fumigantperformance. Within the range of recommended

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csoil conditions, product performance can beexpected to improve as the soil conditions movetowards optimum. Use of this simultaneousapplication program of TELONE® II andSectagon-K54 under soil conditions outside therecommended range of soil conditions can beexpected to yield less than satisfactoryperformance.

NOTE: The "Use Directions for the PacificNorthwest" may be used in other areas of thecountry, if not prohibited elsewhere on the label.Consult your local Sales Representative orextension personnel for further directions orrecommendations.

STORAGE AND DISPOSALDo not contaminate water, food or feed bystorage or disposal.PESTICIDE STORAGE: Store in a cool, dryplace. Keep container closed when not in use.Ayoid freezing by storing above 5° F as productcrystallizes at lower temperatures. If productcrystallizes, move to a warmer location, thenthoroughly shake or stir product until crystals areredissolved. Do not use this product untilcrystals are redissolved.PESTICIDE DISPOSAL: Pesticide wastes aretoxic. Improper disposal of excess pesticidespray mixture or rinsate is a violation of Federallaw. If these wastes cannot be disposed of byuse according to label instructions, contact yourState Pesticide or Environmental ControlAgency or the Hazardous Waste representativeat the nearest EPA Regional office for guidance.CONTAINER DISPOSAL:[NON-REFILLABLE CONTAINERS]Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill thiscontainer. Triple rinse container (or equivalent)promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows:Empty the remaining contents into applicationequipment or a mix tank. Fill the container 1/4full with water. Replace and tighten closures. Tipcontainer on its side and roll it back and forth,ensuring at least one complete revolution, for 30seconds. Stand the container on its end and tipit back and forth several times. Turn thecontainer over onto its other end and tip it backand forth several times. Empty the rinsate intoapplication equipment or a mix tank or storerinsate for later use or disposal. Then offer for

jêcycling if available or puncture and dispose of

in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or, ifallowed by state and local authorities, byburning. If burned, stay out of smoke.[REFILLABLE CONTAINER]Refillable container. Refill this container withpesticide only. Do not reuse this container forany other purpose. Cleaning the containerbefore final disposal is the responsibility of theperson disposing of the container. Cleaningbefore refilling is the responsibility of the refiller.To clean the container before final disposal,empty the remaining contents from thiscontainer into application equipment or mix tank.Fill the container about 10 percent full withwater. Agitate vigorously or recirculate waterwith the pump for 2 minutes. Pour or pumprinsate into application equipment or rinsatecollection system. Repeat this rinsing proceduretwo more times. Then offer for recycling ifavailable or puncture and dispose of in asanitary landfill, or by incineration, or, if allowedby state and local authorities, by burning. Ifburned, stay out of smoke.[FOR BULK AND MINI-BULK CONTAINERS]CONTAINER DISPOSAL: Reseal container andoffer for recycling or reconditioning; triple rinse(or equivalent); or clean in accordance withmanufacturer's instructions.CONTAINER PRECAUTIONS: Before refilling,inspect thoroughly for damage such as cracks,punctures, bulges, dents, abrasions anddamage or worn threads on closure devices.REFILL ONLY WITH Sectagon-K54 SOILFUMIGANTThe contents of this container cannot becompletely removed by cleaning. Refilling withmaterials other than Sectagon-K54 soil fumigantwill result in contamination and may weaken thecontainer. After filling and before transporting,check for leaks. Do not refill or transportdamaged or leaking container.

NOTE OF WARNING: CONTAINER IS NOTSAFE FOR FOOD, FEED OR DRINKING

WATER!For transportation emergencies, phone 24 hoursa day: CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300

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CONDITIONS OF SALE - LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY ANDREMEDIESThe directions on this label are believed to be reliable and must be followed carefully. Insufficientcontrol of pests and/or injury to the crop to which the product is applied may result from theoccurrence of extraordinary or unusual weather conditions, or the failure to follow the labeldirections, or good application practices, all of which are beyond the control of TessenderloKerley, Inc., or seller. In addition, failure to follow label directions may cause injury to crops,animals, man or the environment. Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. warrants that this product conforms tothe chemical description on the label and is reasonably fit for the purpose referred to in thedirections for use, subject to the factors noted above which are beyond the control of TessenderloKerley, Inc. Except as warranted by this label, Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. makes no other warrantiesor representations of any kind, express or implied, concerning the product, including no impliedwarranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. To the extent consistent withapplicable law, the exclusive remedy against Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. for any cause of actionrelating to the handling or use of this product is a claim of damage, and in no event shall damagesor any other recovery of any kind against Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. exceed the price of the productwhich causes the alleged loss, damage, injury, or other claim. To the extent allowed by applicablelaw, Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. shall not be liable and any and all claims against TessenderloKerley, Inc. are waived, for special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages or expense ofany nature, including, but not limited to, loss of profits or income, whether or not based on thenegligence of Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc., breach of warranty, strict liability in tort, or any other causeof action. Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. and the seller offer this product, and the buyer and usersaccept it, subject to the foregoing conditions of sale and limitations of warranty, liability andremedies.

NOTICE TO BUYER: Purchase of this material does not confer any rights under patents of countriesoutside of the United States.Sectagon and NovaSource are registered trademarks of Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc.Tillam is a registered trademark of SyngentaRo-Neet is a registered trademark of SyngentaTellon II is a registered trademark of Dow Agrosciences

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