Nufarm Paragon 5L, 20L, 110L, Bulk label Date: 01.04.05 Page 1 of 4
Herbicide
POISON
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING
Nufarm
庐
PARAGON
Herbicide
ACTIVE CONSTITUENTS: 500 g/L MCPA PRESENT AS THE ETHYL HEXYL ESTER
50 g/L PICOLINAFEN
F I HERBICIDE
GROUP
For the control of certain broadleaved weeds in winter cereals as indicated in
the DIRECTIONS FOR USE table.
Contents: 5 Litres
20 Litres
110 Litres
bulk
Nufarm Australia Limited
ACN 004 377 780
103-105 Pipe Road
Laverton North Victoria 3026
Tel: (03) 9282 1000
Fax: (03) 9282 1001
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Herbicide
DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
RESTRAINTS:
DO NOT apply to crops that are stressed through disease, insect damage, frost, nutrient deficiencies,
other herbicide use, excessively moist or dry conditions, or inappropriate soil type.
DO NOT apply to weeds that are stressed due to dry conditions, prior herbicide application, etc.
DO NOT apply if rain is expected within four hours.
DO NOT add spraying oil to PARAGON or PARAGON tank mixes.
Crop Weeds Weed Stage Rate/ha Critical Comments
Wheat, barley, Wild radish (Raphanus Up to the 2 leaf 125mL Apply to actively growing weeds, free from
raphanistrum)
oats, triticale, stage and not stress. See 鈥淩estraints鈥?.
cereal rye more than 60mm
(including in diameter. (WA Apply to crops in the 3 to 5 leaf (Z13 to Z15)
undersown with only) stage prior to late tillering. DO NOT use the
clover) Up to the 4 leaf 250mL 500 mL/ha rate on crops younger than 5 leaf.
stage and not Do NOT apply rates higher than 250 m/Lha to
more than 120mm crops in the 3 leaf stage, especially long-
in diameter. season varieties.
Up to the 6 leaf 375mL
stage and not PARAGON may cause transient yellowing of
more than 150mm cereals,with oats being potentially most
in diameter. sensitive.
Up to the 8 leaf 500mL Residual control can be impaired by dry soil
stage and not conditions and by inadequate soil surface
more than 180mm coverage. Good soil moisture before and after
in diameter. application will assist performance. Good spray
Charlock (Sinapsis arvenis), Up to the 2 leaf 250mL coverage of weeds is essential. Spray before
hedge mustard (Sisimbryium stage and not crop canopy begins to close. Increase spray
officinale), Indian hedge more than 60mm volume when weed or crop density is high.
mustard (Sisimbryium in diameter.* Transplanted weeds will not be adequately
officinale), mustard Up to the 4 leaf 375mL controlled.
(Sisimbryium spp.), prickly stage and not
lettuce (Lactuca serriola), more than 120mm * Weed diameter does not apply to prickly
shepherd鈥檚 purse (Capsella in diameter.* lettuce.
bursapastoris), turnip weed Up to the 8 leaf 500mL
(Rapistrum rugosum), wild stage and not
turnip (Brassica tournefortii) more than 150mm
in diameter.*
Capeweed (Arctotheca Up to the 2 leaf 250mL
calendula) stage and not
more than 60mm
in diameter.
Up to the 4 leaf 500mL
stage and not
more than 120mm
in diameter.
Canola (Brassica napus) Up to the 4 leaf 250mL
stage.
Crassula (Crassula spp.) Up to the 2 leaf 250mL
stage.
Up to the 4 leaf 375mL
stage.
Corn gromwell Up to the 2 leaf 500mL
(Buglossoides arvense), stage.
saffron thistle (Carthamus
lantanus), toad rush
(Juncus bufonius)
Dense-flower fumitory Up to the 2 leaf 375mL
(Fumaria densiflora) stage.
Common sowthistle** Up to the 2 leaf 500mL
(Sonchus oleraceus), stage.
doublegee** (Emex australis)
Deadnettle** (Lamium Up to the 4 leaf
amplexicaule). fumitory** stage. ** Suppression only. These species are not
(Fumaria spp.), volunteer consistently controlled by PARAGON
lupins** (Lupinus Herbicide, but are usually significantly affected.
angustifolius)
NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR IN ANY MANNER, CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL
UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION.
WITHHOLDING PERIOD:
DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT FOR STOCK FOOD FOR 6 WEEKS AFTER APPLICATION.
HARVEST: NOT REQUIRED WHEN USED AS DIRECTED.
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Herbicide
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS growth respectively. For weed resistance
Nufarm PARAGON Herbicide is a post-emergence, management PARAGON is a Group F and Group I
foliar-absorbed product with short soil residual herbicide. Some naturally occurring weed biotypes
activity. Under favourable conditions, this pre- resistant to this product and other Group F and/or
emergence activity will provide some control of Group I herbicides may exist through normal
subsequently germinating weed seedlings. genetic variability in any weed population. The
resistant individuals can eventually dominate the
MIXING weed population if these herbicides are used
Half fill the spray tank with clean water. Commence repeatedly. These resistant weeds will not be
agitation and add the required amount of product controlled by this product or other Group F and/or
to the tank. Maintain agitation whilst filling the tank Group I herbicides. Since the occurrence of
and throughout the spraying operation. resistant weeds is difficult to detect prior to use,
Nufarm Australia Limited accepts no liability for any
APPLICATION losses that may result from the failure of this
Ground application: Apply in a minimum of 50 product to control resistant weeds.
litres of water per hectare. In dense weed and crop
situations, increase the water volume to ensure PRECAUTION
complete coverage. Human flaggers must be protected by engineering
controls such as vehicles with enclosed cabs.
Aerial application: Apply in a minimum 30 litres of
water per hectare. Good coverage of weeds is RE-ENTRY PERIOD
essential. DO NOT allow entry into treated areas for 24
Avoid swath overlaps and do not overspray hours. When prior entry is necessary, wear cotton
headlands. overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, face-shield
or goggles and chemical resistant gloves. Clothing
COMPATIBILITY must be laundered after each day's use.
Nufarm PARAGON Herbicide is physically
compatible with Ally+/Associate*, Fastac+ Duo, PROTECTION OF CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER
Glean, Hoegrass+/Nugrass*, Logran+/Nugran+, NON-TARGET PLANTS
Lontrel+/Archer*, MCPA EHE, Rogor, Topik, Tristar DO NOT apply under weather conditions, or from
and Wildcat. DO NOT add spraying oil to spraying equipment, that may cause spray to drift
PARAGON or PARAGON tank mixes. As water onto nearby susceptible plants/crops, cropping
quality can influence compatibility, it is lands and pastures. Canola, cotton, tobacco,
recommended that mixtures should be bottle- grapevines, lupins, fruit trees, ornamentals,
tested in the water intended for spraying, prior to tomatoes and other vegetables are especially
mixing commercial quantities. susceptible to spray drift and vapour movement.
CROP SAFETY PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH,
Following application, some transient yellowing of CRUSTACEANS AND ENVIRONMENT:
cereal foliage may occur. This spotting is confined Toxic to algae. DO NOT contaminate streams,
to leaves present at application. The development rivers or waterways with the chemical or used
of the crop and subsequent new growth is containers.
unaffected in crops growing free of stress. DO NOT apply by ground application to portions of
Symptoms will be more pronounced and persistent fields within 20 m upwind of sensitive water bodies.
in crops that are growing under stress (see DO NOT apply by aerial application to portions of
Restraints). fields within 250 m upwind of sensitive wetlands or
water bodies.
Avoid swath overlapping. DO NOT apply under meteorological conditions or
from spray equipment that will cause spray drift
RESISTANT WEEDS WARNING onto non-target native vegetation or adjacent
areas, and in particular avoid any natural wetland
F I HERBICIDE
GROUP or standing water body.
DO NOT allow run-off within two days of
Nufarm PARAGON Herbicide ("Paragon") is a application - avoid application to waterlogged soil,
member of the aryloxypicolinamide and phenoxy over-irrigation or use when heavy rains are
groups of herbicides and acts by inhibiting forecast.
carotenoid biosynthesis and disrupting plant cell
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STORAGE AND DISPOSAL FIRST AID
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons
5, 20 L packs: Information Centre. Phone Australia 131126.
Store in the closed, original container in a cool,
well-ventilated area. DO NOT store for prolonged MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
periods in direct sunlight. Additional information is listed in the Material
Triple or preferably pressure rinse containers Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
before disposal. Add rinsings to spray tank. DO
NOT dispose of undiluted chemicals on site. If CONDITIONS OF SALE:
recycling, replace cap and return clean containers Nufarm Australia Limited ('Nufarm') shall not be
to recycler or designated collection point. liable for any loss injury damage or death whether
If not recycling, break, crush or puncture and bury consequential or otherwise whatsoever or
empty containers in a local authority landfill. If no howsoever arising whether through negligence or
landfill is available, bury the containers below 500 otherwise in connection with the sale supply use or
mm in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up application of this product. The supply of this
for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable product is on the express condition that the
vegetation and tree roots. Empty containers and purchaser does not rely on Nufarm's skill or
product should NOT be burnt. judgement in purchasing or using the same and
every person dealing with this product does so at
110 L pack: his own risk absolutely. No representative of
Store in the closed, original container in a cool, Nufarm has any authority to add to or alter these
well-ventilated area. DO NOT store for prolonged conditions.
periods in direct sunlight.
Empty container by pumping through the dry-break
Micro Matic connection system. DO NOT attempt In case of emergency:
to unscrew the Micro Matic valve or breach the Phone 1800 033 498
locked filing point. DO NOT contaminate the
container with water or other foreign material. Ask for shift supervisor. Toll free 24 hours.
Ensure that the Micro Matic coupler, pump, meter For Technical Enquiries call 1800 639 899
and hoses are disconnected, triple rinsed with
clean water and drained after each use. When
empty, or contents no longer required, return the APVMA Approval No.: 58896/5L/0105
container to the point of purchase. DO NOT 58896/20L/0105
dispose of undiluted chemicals on-site. This 58896/110L/0105
container remains the property of Nufarm Australia 58896/BULKL/0105
Limited.
Bulk packs: Batch No:
Store in the closed, original container in a cool, Date of Manufacture:
well-ventilated area. DO NOT store for prolonged Barcode
periods in direct sunlight. DrumMuster logo (5L, 20L only)
Empty contents fully into application equipment.
Close all valves and return to point of supply for
refill or storage.
DO NOT dispose of undiluted chemicals on-site.
This container remains the property of Nufarm
Australia Limited.
SAFETY DIRECTIONS
Harmful if swallowed. Will irritate the eyes and
skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. When
opening the container and preparing spray wear 庐 Registered trademark of BASF
cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist and * Associate, Nugrass & Archer are
a washable hat and elbow-length PVC gloves and registered trademarks of Nufarm
face shield or goggles. If product on skin, Australia Limited.
immediately wash area with soap and water. If Other registered trademarks
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product in eyes, wash it out immediately with
water. Wash hands after use. After each day鈥檚 use,
wash gloves and face shield or goggles and
contaminated clothing.
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