Refuge, Departure herbicides receive EPA registration
15 Jun, 2010 LM Direct!
GREENSBORO, NC — Refuge non-selective herbicide from Syngenta has received registration from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for use on aquatic and wetland sites, forestry, railroad, utility and other vegetation management sites. Similarly, Departure non-selective herbicide from Syngenta has received registration from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for use on residential and commercial lawns, golf courses, sod farms, athletic fields, and for ornamental production.
REFUGE
With 5 lbs. per gal. of glyphosate acid, Refuge is the most concentrated liquid glyphosate formulation labeled for the vegetation management market. It offers broad-spectrum, systemic and non-selective control of more than 170 emerged annual and perennial grass and broadleaf weeds, and unwanted woody brush and trees.
“Refuge is 25 percent more concentrated than the most common glyphosate products labeled for vegetation management, making it effective and convenient for customers,” said Dan Steltz, market manager, Syngenta Lawn & Landscape. “Applicators are able to handle and store 25 percent less material and rinse and dispose of 25 percent fewer containers.”
Additional features include:
- Excellent tank-mix compatibility with many other herbicide products
- Rainfast within 30 minutes after application
- Purchases by professional aquatic applicators qualify for the 2010 H2O Pro£ Spring Purchase Program
DEPARTURE
Departure is a highly concentrated, liquid formulation of glyphosate for broad-spectrum, systemic and non-selective control of more than 170 emerged annual and perennial grass and broadleaf weeds. Departure is also labeled for a broad range of turfgrass applications, including turf renovation and winter weed control in dormant bermudagrass.
Because of the high concentration of the active ingredient glyphosate, a 2.5-gal. container of Departure can treat 39 percent more area than traditional glyphosate products.
“Departure is an ideal tool turfgrass professionals can use for convenient, reliable, cost-effective weed control and outstanding results,” said Pat Willenbrock, herbicide brand manager for Syngenta. “Because its high concentration is available in both 2.5-gallon jugs and 20-gallon bulk packs, Departure makes product handling more convenient and reduces the number of containers that turf professionals need to rinse and recycle.”
Additional features include:
- Low foam, smell and viscosity allows for easy handling and mixing
- Excellent tank-mix compatibility with many other herbicide products
- Rainfast within 30 minutes after application
- Purchases qualify for the 2010 GreenTrust® 365 Purchase Program
These products are not currently registered for sale or use in all states. Please check with your state or local extension service before buying or using either product. To learn more, visit www.syngentavm.com.
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