Super Sprout Stop is a growth regulator for the prevention of sprouting of Onions and Potatoes.
Active Ingredient:
270 g/L Maleic Hydrazide (Potassium Salt) as a Soluble Concentrate.
Product Type:
– Sprout Inhibitor / Growth Regulator used to prevent sprouting in:
– Onions.
– Potatoes.
Directions for Use:
General Application:
– Ground or aerial application.
– Mix with water using agitation.
– Do not spray if rain is expected within 24 hours.
Onions:
– Rate: 8–9 L/ha.
– Water Volume: 450–900 L water/ha.
– Timing Apply When: Bulbs are fully mature. 5–8 green leaves remain.
– At least 50% of tops are still green. Usually 10–14 days before Harvest.
– Additive: Add a non-ionic surfactant at the low label rate.
– Important: Do not apply more than 2 weeks before maturity.
– Early application may cause: Spongy Bulbs and Deformed Onions.
Potatoes:
– Rate: 12–14 L/ha.
– Water Volume: 450–900 L water/ha.
– Timing Apply when: Most Tubers are 3.5–5.0 cm diameter. Usually about 1 week after flowering ends. Lower leaves begin to yellow.
– Additive: Add a non-ionic surfactant at the low label rate.
– Important: Do not apply earlier than recommended.
– Early application can reduce yield: Do not use on Seed Potatoes.
Potato Quality Warning :– “Elephant Hide”.
– The label warns that Super Sprout Stop may contribute to:
– Elephant Hide Bud-end Cracking particularly when combined with factors such as.
– High Temperatures.
– Excess Soil Moisture after Drought.
– High organic matter Soils.
– Fertilizer Salts.
– Susceptible Varieties.
– Uneven Application.
– Excessive Rates.
– Do not use if the risk of Elephant Hide is considered high.
Registration:
– ACVM Registration: P005860.
– HSNO Approval: HSR000798.
– Registrant: UPL New Zealand Limited.
Hazard Classification:
Warning:
– HSNO Class 9.2A.
– Very toxic to the Soil Environment.
Environmental Precautions:
– Prevent contamination of Waterways.
– Avoid Spills onto Soil.
– Absorb spills with inert material and dispose of Safely.
Personal Safety:
– When Mixing or Spraying:
– Wear Protective Clothing.
– Wear chemical-resistant gloves.
– Wear Safety Goggles.
– Do not Eat, Drink, or Smoke while handling.
– Wash Hands, Face, and Protective Clothing after use.
First Aid:
If swallowed.
– Do NOT induce vomiting.
– Contact the National Poisons Centre:
– 0800 POISON (0800 764 766).
– Seek Medical Attention Immediately.
– If on Skin or Hair.
– Remove contaminated Clothing.
– Rinse thoroughly with running Water.
– Emergency Assistance.
– CHEMCALL: 0800 243 622 (24 hours).
Storage:
– Store in original tightly closed container.
– Keep locked away in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
– Store away from Food and Feed.
– Product remains stable for approximately 2 years when stored correctly.
Disposal:
Product:
– Use according to label directions or transfer to another approved operator.
Containers:
– Triple rinse.
– Add rinsate to spray tank.
– Recycle through Agrecovery where available.
– Otherwise dispose of in an approved landfill.
Critical Requirements:
✓ Add a non-ionic surfactant.
✓ Ensure no rain within 24 hours.
✓ Apply only to actively Growing Foliage.
✓ Do not use on Seed Potatoes.
✓ Avoid conditions that may promote Elephant Hide in Potatoes.
✓ Follow MRL requirements for Harvested Produce.
Registered under the ACVM Act: P005860.
Caution:
Must be used strictly according to label directions.
Available in a 10L.
