Professional Turf Care & Amenity Solutions. Product Guide. Issue 1

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1 Professional Turf Care & Amenity Solutions Product Guide Issue 1

2 Contents Page Number Fertilisers 1-20 Fine Turf 2-5 NPK Nutrient Input Calculator 11 Liquid and Soluble Miscellaneous 13 Soil and Plant Conditioners Aquatic Treatments 20 Chemicals Fungicides Disease Guide and Advice Effective Weed Control Tank-Mixes 27 Total and Residual Herbicides 29 Worm Control and Insecticides Aquatic Herbicides 30 Growth Regulators 31 Foam Markers, Water Conditioners, Spray Pattern Indicators 32 Spray Adjuvants 33 Turf Wetting Agents 34 Turf Colourants 35 Spray Tank Cleaner 35 Spreaders Line Marking 42 Sprayers Chemical Safes, General Accessories and Grow Covers 45 Voluntary Initiative and LERAP 47 Chemicals: Products: Recommendations: Always read the product label. Use pesticides safely. Mention of products in this product guide does not constitute an endorsement, failure to mention products does not imply criticism. Information in this product guide is intended to provide guidance, but cannot constitute a recommendation. The information provided in this product guide is accurate at the date of publication so far as Goldcrop are aware, but is of a general

3 fertilisers 1 Index Fertilisers 1-20 Fine Turf 2-5 NPK Nutrient Input Calculator 11 Liquid and Soluble Miscellaneous 13 Soil and Plant Conditioners Aquatic Treatments 20 A range of quality fertilisers for all turf types.

4 fine turf fertilisers Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate E 2 Nutrition Evolved Our new premium range of fine turf, micro granular, compound fertilisers, formulated specifically for use on fine turf areas. Micro granules (0.5mm - 1.7mm) provide even coverage. Evolution 2 Evolution is a fertiliser, general turf conditioner and hardener for use throughout the season. All year round use Evolution Kg 571 m Fe Micro Granule 35 g/m 2 Evolution is a fertiliser for all fine turf areas including golf greens, bowling greens, tennis courts, cricket squares and ornamental lawns. It can also be used on other amenity turf areas such as sports fields. The iron content will help to harden turf against disease whilst discouraging the spread of moss during the cold season. Autumn & Winter Evolution Kg 571 m Fe Micro Granule 35 g/m 2 Evolution provides essential nitrogen for healthy growth. As Evolution works well at low soil temperatures, it assists early season growth and improves wear resistance. Spring & Summer Evolution Kg Fe Micro Granule g/m 2 Evolution is a micro granular balanced compound fertiliser for all turf areas including golf greens, bowls greens, tennis courts, cricket squares and ornamental lawns, as well as outfield situations. Spring & Summer Evolution Kg Fe + 4Mg Micro Granule g/m 2 Evolution is a micro granular phosphate-free compound fertiliser for all fine turf areas, including golf and bowls greens, tennis courts, cricket squares and ornamental lawns, as well as outfield situations. Spring & Summer Evolution Kg Fe + 2Mg Micro Granule g/m 2

5 fine turf fertilisers 3 Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate Evolution A cost effective range of conventional compound fertilisers for use on fine turf areas. All Year Round Evolution Kg m Fe Mini Granule g/m 2 A high potash formulation with iron and calcium, designed for autumn application. Autumn Use Evolution Kg 714 m Fe + Ca Mini Granule 35 g/m 2 Gentle feeding and hardening for winter use. Winter Use Evolution Turf Hardener 25 Kg 714 m Fe + 1Mg Powder 35 g/m 2 For spreading and incorporating prior to turfing or re-seeding. Pre Seeding use Evolution Kg m Mini Granule g/m 2 Turf Food Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate A natural based nutrient delivery system designed to enhance the biological balance of the soil and turf ecosystem. Turf Food feeds and enhances soil microbial activity, adds beneficial microbes back to the soil, conditions the turf grass plant with stress reducing compounds and provides a balanced fertility base for turf nutrition. Spring & Summer Turf Food Kg m Micro Granule g/m 2 Spring & Summer Turf Food Kg m Micro Granule g/m 2 Spring & Summer Turf Food Kg m Micro Granule g/m 2 Autumn & Winter Turf Food Kg Micro Granule g/m 2

6 4 fine turf fertilisers PLEASE REMEMBER - ALWAYS READ THE LABEL should be carried out before application, especially when using controlled release fertilisers and timings caused by spillage Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate Sierraform GT Sierraform GT is a powerful engine for fine turf. Small, physically uniform granules for even spreading and quick dispersion. Dual effect thanks to slow-release nitrogen and slow-release potassium. Sierraform GT Spring Start 20 Kg 2 Micro Granule g/m 2 Sierraform GT Momentum 20 Kg MgO + Trace Micro Granule g/m 2 Sierraform GT High N 20 Kg MgO Micro Granule g/m 2 Sierraform GT All Season 20 Kg 2 Micro Granule g/m 2 Sierraform GT NK 20 Kg MgO + Trace Micro Granule g/m 2 Step Hi Mag 20 Kg m 2 Trace Element Package Micro Granule 2 Sierraform GT K Step 20 Kg 2 Micro Granule g/m 2 Sierraform GT Anti-Stress 20 Kg 2 Micro Granule g/m 2 Sierraform GT Pre-Seeder 20 Kg Micro Granule g/m 2 Sierrablen Mini A resin coated fertiliser designed to be used in conjunction with other fertilisers in the yearly programme of Sierrablen Mini Kg Mini Granule g/m 2

7 fine turf fertilisers 5 Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate Greenmaster Pro-Lite Pro-lite is the Scotts registered name for a new type of micro fertiliser granule technology that contains molecules. Due to the spaces and channels in each molecule it acts as a microscopic sponge. Excess oxygen is held in the framework and creates a negative charge that holds cations and water molecules until needed by the plant. As a result zeolite gives improved longevity, dispersion and a more homogenous granule. encourages the sward to tiller freely and re-establish areas. Greenmaster Mosskiller 25 Kg 714 m Fe Micro Granule 35 g/m 2 A fine granular fertiliser and turf conditioner. It contains slow release iron for quick green-up, with added seaweed to green and harden the turf. Greenmaster Pro-Lite Iron uses Pro-Lite technology for improved dispersion and increased Greenmaster Pro-Lite Iron 25 Kg m 2 7% Fe + seaweed Micro Granule g/m 2 A combined fertiliser and weedkiller with the higher nitrogen levels needed for spring and summer fine turf. Greenmaster Pro-Lite Extra contains a selective herbicide for routine and intensive weed control. Contains 0.49% w/w MCPA and 0.29% w/w mecoprop-p. Spring & Summer Greenmaster Pro-Lite Extra 25 Kg 714 m MCPA + mecoprop-p Micro Granule 35 g/m 2 Fairwaymaster Fertilisers Fairwaymaster is a new range of granular NPK fertilisers with coated nitrogen, based on Scotts proven Poly-S technology. Fairwaymaster contains a fast-start portion of nitrogen for an immediate response, even at low pattern and superior granule coverage. Fairwaymaster Mini is an economic solution for fairways, with 2-3 month longevity. Fairwaymaster Mini 25 Kg m mm granule g/m 2 An economic solution for fairways with 2-3 months longevity. Fairwaymaster Economique 25 Kg m mm granule g/m 2

8 6 outfield fertilisers Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate E 2 Nutrition Evolved Our new premium range of outfield turf, mini granular, compound fertiliser. This range has been formulated specifically for use on outfield areas. Mini granules (0.5mm mm) provide even coverage. Evolution 2 Evolution 2 G 2 Pre-seeder - All Season Evolution 2 G 2 20 Kg m 2 Mini Granule g/m 2 Evolution is a high phosphate and potash fertiliser that stimulates deep root growth, helping the grass to cope with extra wear from winter games. Autumn & Winter Evolution Kg m Mini Granule g/m 2 Evolution is a balanced NPK fertiliser for use on outfields and fairways. The granules break down quickly to give rapid uptake of the nutrients, ensuring a fast response for the spring. Spring & Summer Evolution Kg m Mini Granule g/m 2 Evolution is a mini granular compound fertiliser with a phosphate-free analysis for balanced growth in soils already sufficient in this nutrient. Spring & Summer Evolution Kg m Fe + 1Mg Mini Granule g/m 2 Evolution 2 and helps to ensure good colour, even on light soils. Spring & Summer Evolution 2 20 Kg m 2 Mini Granule g/m 2 Evolution Evolution Kg 714 m Standard 35 g/m 2 Evolution Kg 714 m Mini Granule 35 g/m 2 Controls moss and improves colour and texture. Apply on established lawns between late spring and early autumn, when frost is not expected. Lawn Sand 25 Kg m Fe Sand Based g/m 2

9 outfield fertilisers 7 Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate Sierrablen Sierrablen is a controlled release fertiliser with a fast start portion. Sierrablen releases nutrients over a growing season from just one application. A one application per season, NPK, spring and summer fertiliser. It contains controlled release NPK and a fast start portion of N for immediate response, even at low soil temperatures. Suitable for use on tees, fairways, aprons and Spring & Summer Sierrablen Turfmix 25 Kg m Fe Fine Granule g/m 2 A one application per season, high potassium, autumn and winter fertiliser. Contains controlled release NK and a fast start nitrogen, potassium and iron for an immediate response. Suitable for use on tees, fairways, aprons and surrounds Autumn & Winter Sierrablen Turfmix 20 Kg m Fe Fine Granule g/m 2 Sierrablen Plus The next generation of Sierrablen, featuring updated coating technology, with guaranteed extended longevity, homogenous colour and even growth. 3 month and 4-5 month longevities. The best preparation for winter gives a full, green sward in the spring. The extra magnesium reinforces colour. The high proportion of potassium ensures stronger cell walls, resulting in strong grass plants that are more resistance to lower temperatures. Lasts 4-5 months. Sierrablen Plus Stress Control 25 Kg MgO Fine Granule 30-45g/m 2 Ideal fertliser prior to seeding or turfing. Improved coating technology ensures a slower initial effect and excludes the risk to burning. The nitrogen content ensures a strong, dense growth of the sward. Lasts 4-5 months. Sierrablen Plus Starter 25 Kg MgO Fine Granule 30-45g/m 2 The ideal fertiliser for the start of the season, the high nitrogen content ensures a fast initial effect. It stimulates root growth and ensures a strong, healthy sward. Lasts for 3 months. Sierrablen Plus Spring Starter 25 Kg m MgO Fine Granule 25-35g/m 2 The improved coating technology ensures more efficient nitrogen release and the extra magnesium content reinforces turf colour. Complete spectrum of trace elements for strong, healthy grass. Sierrablen Plus Active 25 Kg m MgO + TE Fine Granule 25-35g/m 2 The best preparation for winter grass gives a full, green sward in the spring. The extra magnesium content reinforces colour and the high proportion ensures stronger cell walls, resulting in strong grass plants. Sierrablen Stress Control 25 Kg m Fine Granule 25-35g/m 2

10 outfield fertilisers Marathon Marathon is the result of practically oriented agronomic knowledge, coupled with many years of experience in working with fertilisers and their interaction with plants. Long-term research by universities and sports institutes at home and abroad have laid the foundation for the Marathon range of products. Through Marathon Sport, Melspring have developed a fertiliser that delivers a denser sward with deeper, healthier rooting but without the need to drastically increase labour inputs. The Marathon range is characterised by a balance of nutrients, the analyses of each product being geared to a specific growth stage or season. The use of Marathon leads to a better sward with improved wear tolerance, brought about by steady, controlled growth. Effect on grass Gradual Uptake - Marathon fertilisers benefit from having both organic and mineral components bound together to ensure that the nitrogen is multi-stage released, so it is available for steady plant growth from the moment it is applied and for an extended period that can last for three or four months. Results release of nutrients from Marathon reduce the rootzone ph Common Practice Marathon Denser Turf - The result of following a Marathon programme is a sward with firm, shorter leaf blades brought about by the increase in tillering and improvement in leaf cell structure. Marathon nutrition increases the number of grass leaves per square metre and the turf will lose less of its mass through mowing, because the leaves tend to be short and stout rather than long and weak. The organic fraction of Marathon fertiliser is not immediately available to be taken up by the grass roots. It must first undergo a slow decomposition in the soil, which gives Marathon its extended release properties. Research has shown that the grass roots will interact in this process by making small changes in the ph of the soil immediately surrounding the root. This is a natural reaction between a plant and its rootzone, where small amounts of acidic compounds are excreted in response to nutritional need or hunger. These compounds increase the rate at which the organic fertiliser is broken down to release nutrients in a form that the roots can absorb. Such behaviour maximises food resources in the soil and helps prevent loss from leaching. Nitrate Leaching Clipping Yield marathon Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate Marathon is an extended release fertiliser range that provides long lasting balanced growth on golf fairways, tees, surrounds, sportsfields and ornamental lawns maintained at a height of 10mm and above. Marathon Spring Marathon Spring is an extended release NPK fertiliser containing sulphur, iron and a range of trace elements for use on golf fairways, tees, surrounds, sportsfields and ornamental lawns maintained at a height of 10mm and above. The analysis, with a high nitrogen content, will keep turf well supplied with nutrients for 8 to 12 weeks during the spring and summer. Marathon Spring has a patented organic complex base that provides the extended release characteristics needed to give steady growth without dramatically increasing clipping yields. The analysis has been further amended with inorganic ingredients to supply the correct balance of nutrients required by the turf. Spring & Summer Marathon Sport Spring 25 Kg m 2 3 +Fe Granular mm g/m 2 Marathon Golf Spring 25 Kg m 2 3 +Fe Granular mm g/m 2

11 outfield fertilisers 9 Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate marathon Marathon Summer Marathon Summer is an extended release NK fertiliser containing magnesium, sulphur methylene urea for longer lasting effect and a range of trace elements for use of golf fairways, tees, surrounds, sportsfields and ornamental lawns at a height of 10mm and above. Marathon Summer has an analysis with zero phosphate and additional magnesium to provide fresh summer colour. The methylene application. The analysis has been further amended with ingredients to supply the correct balance of nutrients required by the turf. Summer Marathon Sport Summer 25 Kg m MgO SO 3 Granular g/m 2 Marathon NK Marathan NK is an extended release fertiliser containing magnesium, sulphur and iron. It is suitable as a summer fertiliser on soils with a high phosphorus and organic matter content. Marathon Sport NK 25 Kg m MgO+11SO 3 + Fe Granular mm g/m 2 Marathon Golf NK 25 Kg m MgO+11SO 3 + Fe Granular mm g/m 2 marathon Marathon Autumn Marathon Autumn is an extended release NK fertiliser containing sulphur, iron and a range of trace elements for use on golf fairways, tees, surrounds, sportsfields and ornamental lawns maintained at a height of 10mm and above. Marathon Autumn has an analysis with a low nitrogen and high potassium content, providing the correct balance of nutrients for 12 to 14 weeks during the autumn and winter. Marathon Sport Autumn has a patented organic complex base that provides the extended release characteristics needed to give gentle root development without producing excessive top growth. The analysis has been further amended with inorganic ingredients to supply the correct balance of nutrients required by the turf. Autumn & Winter Marathon Sport Autumn 25 Kg m MgO+20SO 3 +Fe Granular mm g/m 2 marathon Marathon Repair & Pre-seed Marathon Repair & Pre-seed is an extended release fertiliser that can be used on most types of sward to repair worn, stressed or damaged turf. In addition, it can be incorporated into the soil or rootzone prior to turfing or seeding to encourage quick establishment and a healthy root system. The analysis, with a high phosphate content, stimulates deep root growth while the balance of nitrogen, potash and magnesium provide the ideal conditions for healthy growth of young grass seedlings and newly establishing turf. Marathon Repair & Pre-seed has a patented organic complex base that provides the extended release characteristics needed to give rapid establishment of new grasses without the soft growth that can be more susceptible to damping-off disease. Sport Pre-seed & Repair 25 Kg 714 m MgO+14SO 3 Granular mm 35 g/m 2 Golf Pre-seed & Repair 25 Kg 714 m MgO+14SO 3 Granular mm g/m 2

12 10 outfield fertilisers Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate Scotts Sportsmaster A range of conventional mini granular fertilisers for use on outfields, fairways and other amenity turf situations. Sportsmaster products contain compound granular fertilisers. They are manufactured as mini granules, providing ease of application and even distribution. This ensures even growth, quality and colour over the whole area and prevents unsightly speckling effects. Sportsmaster Spring & Summer breaks down quickly to give rapid uptake of nutrients, reducing the risk of scorch and mower pickup. Spring & Summer 25 Kg m Mini Granule g/m 2 Sportsmaster Zero Phosphate is a mini granular phosphate-free compound fertiliser for outfield and fairway use. Balanced NPK analysis to promote resistance to wear, drought and disease. Zero Phosphate 25 Kg m Mini Granule g/m 2 Sportsmaster Cleanrun Pro is a double action, mini granular, compound fertiliser, for use on outfields, fairways and other recreational areas. Two selective herbicides control common broad-leaved weeds. Cleanrun Pro 25 Kg 714 m MCPA + mecoprop-p Mini Granule 35 g/m 2 Sportsmaster Autumn is a high phosphate and potash fertiliser. It ensures healthy root growth, especially on areas that are subject to heavy winter use. Autumn 25 Kg m Mini Granule g/m 2 Sportsmaster Renovator Pro is a triple action, mini granular compound fertiliser for use on outfields, fairways and other recreational areas. Two selective herbicides control common broad-leaved weeds and a large dose of iron deals with moss growth. MAPP Renovator Pro 25 Kg 714 m MCPA + mecoprop-p + ferrous sulphate Mini Granule 35 g/m 2 Nitrophoska Perfekt A simple choice for outfield sports turf and racecourses: a high potash fertiliser that produces growth, good appearance and toughness with superior wear quality. Nitrophoska Perfekt delivers the right balance of nutrients: 12 bags carries the same amount of nitrogen as 20 bags of standard but with under half the phosphate and double the potash, plus there are vital trace elements for colour and turf health. The two forms of nitrogen (ammonium and nitrate) ensure an excellent response - even in cool conditions and the easy-to-see blue granules make application simple. Autumn & Winter Nitrophoska Perfekt 25 Kg 758 m MgO Prill 33 g/m 2 Melspring Liquid-N35 Liquid-N 35 is especially formulated as a summer feed. It has a 3 way N supply for balanced growth, generation nitrification inhibiter. Fur use on fairways, tees, greens and sportsfield during the growing season. Liquid-N L Liquid L/ha

13 NPK nutrient input calculations 11 How to calculate NPK nutrient input To plan accurate turf fertiliser input it is important to know how much actual nutrient is being applied in any given treatment and over the course of a season. This can be calculated in the following ways: Granular Fertilisers Formula Fertiliser analyses and inputs are expressed in elemental form for nitrogen (N), but in oxide form (P 2 O 5 and K 2 O) for phosphorous and potassium. To calculate actual elemental input: To convert P 2 O 5 to elemental P - Multiply by 0.44 To convert K 2 O to elemental K - Multiply by 0.83 This can be useful when considering other constituents of fertilisers. For example, many granular fertilisers contain high levels of sulphur (S) expressed in the oxide form (SO 3 ). To convert SO 3 to elemental S - multiply by 0.4. To calculate the Kg of nutrient applied per hectare use: Application rate (in g/m 2 ) x nutrient content / 10 Example: applied at 40 g/m 2 40 x 30 / 10 = 120 Kg of N per hectare 40 x 5 / 10 = 20 Kg of P 2 O 5 per hectare 2 O per hectare Water Soluble Fertilisers Formula Water Soluble fertilisers are treated as granular fertilisers. However, where application rates are in kg/ha, use the following formula: Application rate (in Kg/ha) x % nutrient content / 100 Example: applied at 50 Kg/ha 2 O per hectare Liquid Fertilisers Formula There are two different methods to calculate liquid fertiliser nutrient content. The % w/w calculation. (It is essential to know the specific gravity (SG) of the product to work out nutrient content). Application rate (in litres per hectare) x specific gravity of the liquid = W and then, W x % of nutrient content / 100 Example: An application of liquid fertiliser applied at O per hectare The g/l calculation. g/l x application rate (L/ha) / 1000 = nutrient input. Example: 80 L/ha (g/l 150) 150 x 80 = 12,000 / 1000 = 12 Kg of nitrogen per ha

14 12 liquid and soluble fertilisers Product Pack Composition Formulation Application Rate Evolution 2 Pro This range is based on advanced formulations that are able to rapidly penetrate the leaf and quickly alleviate deficiency symptoms. With superior efficacy, relatively low amounts of nutrients are required to achieve the same effects as unformulated products and the interval between repeat sprays can be extended. Long term storage stability is achieved as Evolution 2 Pro liquid fertilisers are manufactured using a specifically selected high grade of inorganic salts that are very low in impurities. Once added to the spray tank Evolution 2 Pro liquid fertilisers are 100% soluble in water. Components within the formulations not only help with mixing and compatibility, but also nutrient uptake. Carefully chosen surfactants reduce the surface tension of the spray droplets, allowing for optimum spread and contact with the leaf surface whilst at the same time giving a degree of rainfastness. The spreading action of the surfactants contained in the Evolution 2 Pro liquid E 2 Nutrition Evolved Sherriff Amenity s Evolution 2 Pro High Performance Liquid Fertilisers fertiliser range allows uptake through the cuticle of the leaf and does not limit penetration of the stomata. Evolution 2 Pro Slow Release Liquid Fertiliser Pro-Long N slow release nitrogen liquid fertiliser comprises short and long chain polymers of methylene urea. The slow release characteristics are dependent on the percentage and length of the long chain polymers. The longer the chain, the less soluble the nitrogen and this will mean a slower release rate. Evolution 2 high methylene urea is degraded by microbes to provide controlled nitrogen feeding over a period of 4 to 8 weeks. Evolution 2 Pro-Long N 10 L 200 L Liquid L/ha A phosphate-free NK fertiliser containing a mixture of slow release methylene urea and urea nitrogen forms for both short and longer term feeding response. Added potassium will strengthen the cell walls making the grass more resilient to drought, stress and disease. Evolution 2 Pro-Long NK 10 L 200 L Liquid L/ha Evolution 2 Pro Conventional Liquid Fertiliser Evolution 2 Pro NPK will supplement soils that are deficient in phosphate and potassium and encourage root development. The urea nitrogen content will provide steady growth and contribute to the drought resistance of the sward. Evolution 2 Pro NPK 10 L 200 L Liquid L/ha Evolution 2 Pro Hi N contains iron for a rapid green up and nitrate nitrogen for a quick growth response. An ideal fertiliser to boost nitrogen input for growth and recovery. Evolution 2 Pro Hi N 10 L 200 L Fe Liquid L/ha Evolution 2 Pro AW Plus is a balanced autumn and winter feed designed for use on both fine turf and outfield. Evolution 2 Pro AW Plus 10 L 200 L L/ha Liquid L/ha Evolution 2 Pro Hi K is a high potassium foliar feed that will strengthen cell walls, making the grass more resilient to stress and disease. Zero nitrogen input makes Evolution 2 Pro Hi K ideal for use during the autumn and winter months. Evolution 2 Pro Hi K 10 L 200 L Liquid L/ha

15 liquid and soluble fertilisers 13 Product Pack Composition Formulation Application Rate K-Max A liquid source of potassium A high potassium fertiliser with a low nitrogen level in nitrate form, designed to discourage the soft lush growth associated with disease such as Fusarium Patch. The 1:3 nitrogen to potassium ratio will harden the growth and toughen the sward in all amenity situations, from fine turf grass such as golf and bowling greens to outfield sportspitches and parkland. be created from a smaller volume, reducing mixing frequency Sprinter K-Max 10 L Liquid L/ha A fully water soluble fertiliser range. Can be used from late spring to early autumn. Sprinter N 25 Kg - Water Soluble Sprinter K 25 Kg - Water Soluble miscellaneous fertilisers Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate Sulphate of Ammonia Fast acting nitrogen source to encourage leaf growth. For landscaping and turf. Sulphate of Ammonia 25 Kg 714 m Granular 35 g/m 2 Sulphate of Iron A straight fertiliser for greening and hardening turf against winter disease and for feeding lime-hating (ericaceous) plants. Sulphate of Iron 25 Kg 714 m 2 20% iron Granular 35 g/m 2 Sulphate of Potash With a potash content of 48% this an ideal base dressing for landscaping. Sulphate of Potash 25 Kg m Granular g/m 2 balanced and durable growth in turf. 25 Kg Granular 8-20 bags/1000m 2 Melstar S Melstar S can be used to prevent or cure iron dificiencies. It is a highly soluble iron source, with excellent solubility even in cold periods. Melstar S hardens turf, making it less susceptible to disease and moss, whilst encouraging finer turf grass species. Melstar S 25 Kg % iron of Fe granules Granular

16 14 42 Algae Green What is the Algae Green Range? Organic Nutritional Liquid Alginate Algae Green is a unique, cold process seaweed liquid extract produced from fresh, hand picked Ascophyllum nodosum. The seaweed is collected from the sheltered bays and unpolluted waters of the Atlantic Ocean around the north west coast of Ireland. Due to the cold extraction process, Algae Green is high in micronutrients, plant hormones and alginates, all of which are found naturally in Ascophyllum nodosum. Ascophyllum nodosum (knotted wrack) is a brown macro-algae growing between the low and mid-inter tidal zone in the North Atlantic Ocean. The West coast of Ireland and particularly the Donegal coast, rich in rocky sheltered areas, presents a pure and abundant source of Ascophyllum nodosum. This species is traditionally hand harvested by local cutters using careful rotation and selection of cutting areas to allow sustainable management of the stocks. Nematode Research 'Within the European turf grass industry, an increase in nematode damage has led to the use of a range of techniques to reduce both nematode numbers and turf symptoms. The use of cold process seaweed extracts has been particularly effective in alleviating stress and reducing visible nematode symptoms. Our trials have shown that applications of Algae Green (SeaVolution) can enhance root mass and turf colour in the presence of both endoparasitic and ectoparasitic nematodes. This can provide Turf Managers with an effective and environmental approach to nematode management across a range of golf course types, from traditional links to modern USGA parkland constructions'. Dr Colin Fleming, Queens University, Belfast

17 Soil and plant conditioners 15 Product Pack Water Rate Formulation Application Rate Algae Green Algae Green is an ideal tonic for grass that suffers from stress, poor root development or chlorosis, it also alleviates the symptoms of nematode damage. The natural seaweed extract works as a soil conditioner, strengthening the plant, allowing it fight disease and fungal infections. This in turn relieves the grass of environmental stress and so helps develop stronger, healthy roots. Contains Aqua, Seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum), Citric Acid 0.01%, Preservative 0.06%. Algae Green 10, 100, 200, 1000 L L Liquid L/ha Algae Green Plus The benefits of applying seaweed extract are well documented. Algae Green Plus acts as a soil conditioner, strengthening the plant, allowing it to fight disease and fungal infections. This in turn relieves the grass of environmental stress and so develops stronger, healthier roots. Algae Green Plus also contains plant hormones that stimulate the biological defences of the grass and has added chelated iron for fast green up and to harden the turf against disease attack. Algae Green Plus is suitable for use all year round and can also be tank-mixed with other products. Contains Aqua, Seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum), Citric Acid 0.01%, Preservative 0.06%, 5% Chelated Iron. Algae Green Plus 10, 100, 200, 1000 L L Liquid L/ha Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate Algae Green 3 enhances early season root growth and establishment, encourages tillering without excessive growth. Contains Aqua, Seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum), Citric Acid 0.01%, Preservative 0.06%, 6% N, 2% P, 4% K. Algae Green 3 10, 100, 200, 1000 L L Liquid L/ha

18 soil and plant conditioners Product Pack Water Rate Composition Application Rate P-Kursor P-Kursor is a rapidly absorbed foliar feed that provides high levels of phosphite - a nutrient known to stimulate healthy growth and support the plants natural defences. The use of P-Kursor can bring dramatic improvements to turf. Results from trials have shown improvements in turf quality and enhanced rooting. The benefits come from the plant s improved ability to withstand stress conditions, allowing stronger, healthier grass to develop. Contains 4% nitrogen, 8% potassium and 30% phosphoric acid. All year round use P-Kursor 10 L L/ha Liquid 2-10 L/ha Biomass Sugar Biomass Sugar is an organic amendment that consists out of sugarcane extracts and bagasse hydrolysates. This mixture has a high level of organic material with readily available carbon sources supported by a micronutrient profile. The bagasse hydrolysate contains aldehydes that have suppressive characteristics on certain nematodes and parasitic fungal species. The combination os nutrient and carbon source with suppression of nematodes and fungal species supports good soil condition, good plant growth and extended growth or crops which translates into better quality fruit and improved plant yields. Biomass Sugar 20 L L/ha Liquid 1st Application 80 L/ha Maintenance rate 40 L/ha or product Stor-it Stor-it is a soil improver that increases drainage due to absorption of soil moisture in own micro pores. Stor-it 25 Kgs - Granules gm 2

19 soil and plant conditioners 17 Product Pack Water Rate Composition Application Rate Thatch-less A unique combination of four bacteria and two enzymes. Thatchless speeds up natural breakdown of cellulose, the major component of thatch in turf. Reduction of thatch reduces disease potential, improves the firmness of the surface and helps move water in the rootzone. Thatch-less 9.5 L Liquid 9.5 L/ha All in one microbial biostimulant with an advanced source of liquid nitrogen. Gives a consistent turf quality with more stress tolerance. Summer use 9.5 L 800 L/ha Liquid species. It encourages faster recovery from disease damage and is tank mix compatible with fertilisers and pesticides. 10 L L/ha Liquid L/ha Fe 8% Fe 8% can be used to green up and fertilise plants. Fe 8 % 10 L - Liquid 1-4 L/ha Mycoplex Mycoplex is a microbial based amendment designed to enhance growth potential. Mycoplex is uniquely formulated with Novozymes proprietary blend of patented bacterial cultures, stress reducing ingredients, plus 18 species of eno and ecto - mycorrhizae. Mycoplex 20 Kg - Amendment 25 Kg/500 m 2

20 soil and plant conditioners Before days 14 days 19 days 30 days Chipco Green is a registered trademark of Bayer. Chipco Green contains 250g/l (24.3%w/w) Iprodione. MAPP ALWAYS READ THE LABEL. USE PESTICIDES SAFELY. Go Green is a registered trademark of AmegA Sciences. Sherriff Amenity only recommends Go Green Plus & Marksman with this mix. Trials data has only been collated using these products. Product Pack Coverage Formulation Application Rate GoGreen Classic GoGreen Classic is a versatile, convenient formulation of complexed iron that will give extended green-up to turf, whilst correcting iron deficiency and hardening against the onset of disease. The unique complex regulates the release of iron over a longer period to give a sustained effect without the blackening some irons can cause. A trace element package and supplemented magnesium in the product work together with a small amount of nitrogen to improve the health and appearance of the turf but without stimulating rapid growth. A surfactant system, unique to the GoGreen liquid range, speeds the uptake of iron into the leaf and, for a short period after application, helps to disperse dew formation at times of high humidity. GoGreen Classic 5 L m 2 Liquid L/ha GoGreen Plus GoGreen Plus has a similar formulation to GoGreen Classic but with the addition of potassium to give a greater hardening effect on grass through autumn, winter and spring. Potassium plays an important role in strengthening the cell walls in the leaf Improved control of Fusarium Patch Curative Fungicide Strategy Chipco Green & Go Green Plus - Perfect Partners Fusarium Patch Fungicide Packages 6 Fusarium 6 The ability of iron tonics to discourage the spread of low levels of Fusarium Patch has and trace elements is particularly useful in this respect. With this in mind, a series of trials with the STRI and other independent research organisations to evaluate the benefits of tank-mixing GoGreen Plus with various fungicides. As a result of this work we are able to recommend several tank-mixes that give dramatic improvements in the level and duration of control of heavy levels of Fusarium Patch. Fusarium Patch (Microdochium nivale) is the most common and widespread disease in managed amenity turf in the UK. It can be exceptionally damaging to grass species, causing unsightly scarring of the sward and reducing the aesthetic appearance of the playing surface. Fusarium Patch affects over 98% of golf courses and bowling greens. When the disease is very active or when grass growth is slow or at a stand still, it is essential that immediate steps are taken to control the outbreak by careful use of an appropriate fungicide. Tank Mixing Mixing two or more products in the spray tank may be carried out to reduce the potential for disease resistance development. Certain tank mixes can also improve the quality of the turf and reduce the the time taken for the turf to recover from disease attack. Fungicides are selected with different modes of action so that the resulting mixture will attack the target disease on pathogen to develop resistance to the treatment. We strongly recommend the addition of an appropriate adjuvant to all fungicide treatments. Independent STRI Trials GoGreen Plus increases the performance of Chipco Green Our trials at the S.T.R.I. have proved that by tank-mixing Go Green Plus with Chipco Green, disease control was noticeably improved. Fungicide Package 6 combines these active ingredients. Go Green Plus Contains six key attributes, working together to give oustanding results. A complexed iron allows rapid green-up within the A surfactant ensuring rapid uptake into the leaf Magnesium and trace elements to correct minor Small amount of Nitrogen gives greenup without unsightly blackening and without producing excessive growth Includes Potassium which hardens the turf Ability to increase the performance of Chipco Green Chipco Green The No.1 contact fungicide in the UK for the past 25 years. Broad spectrum fungicide Can prevent build up of morning dew Rainfast and weather resistant Fast contact action discourage Fusarium Patch diseases Sherriff Amenity have conducted extensive trails over the Institute (STRI) have shown that the percentage and duration of disease control is noticeably increased by including GoGreen Plus with Chipco Green, compared to spraying Chipco Green alone. Disease % Untreated Chipco Green Area affected by Fusarium Patch following application of Chipco Green and Go Green Plus Chipco Green & Go Green Plus Suggested Application Timings This curative fungicide mix should be applied at the onset of disease during the winter months. Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Suggested application window Extended Extended application application period, period, subject subject to to cultural cultural conditions conditions This chart should be used as a guideline only. Disease pressure and weather conditions should be assessed before making any fungicide applications. Fungicide Package 6 1 Hectare Fungicide Package Curative Contact Fungicide Package 6 contains: 4 x 5L Chipco Green 4 x 5L Go Green Plus Application Rate: Chipco Green - 20 L per hectare GoGreen Plus - 20 L per hectare In litres of water per hectare. Tank Mixing Protocol under agitation then add Go Green Plus. Top up the tank with the remaining water. GoGreen Plus 5 L m 2 Liquid L/ha Application Guidelines GoGreen Classic and GoGreen Plus may be used at any time of the year providing the turf is dry and rainfall is not imminent. Do not apply in frosty conditions. For best results cut grass before application, repeat applications may be made as often as is necessary to maintain the desired effect, on average one application every four to six weeks.

21 soil and plant conditioners Product Pack Coverage Composition Formulation Application Rate GoGreen Granules A mini granular slow release iron that provides a steady greening and hardening effect on close mown turf such as golf and bowling greens over a four month period. The hub of the formulation is a very pure form of iron pyrites that imparts the release control mechanism to the iron giving a single application of the product an effect that lasts for up to 4 months. A useful amount of potassium (10%) hardens the grass by strengthening the cell walls and augments a trace of naturally occurring nitrogen and 8.7% slow release iron to give a product that improves the health and appearance of turf without the blackening caused by some iron treatments. With an overall analysis of % Fe, the product will easily fit into most turf nutritional programmes and can be applied at any time of year without the need to irrigate after spreading. It is especially useful as a spring-start fertiliser where very low nitrogen input is required. GoGreen Granules 20 Kg 500 m Fe Mini Granular 400 Kg/ha GoGreen Granules Tees and Fairways Identical formulation to GoGreen Granules but produced in a larger granule size that is more suited to longer grass such as golf tees, fairways, outfield turf and lawns. GoGreen Tees & Fairways 20 Kg 500 m Fe Granular 400 Kg/ha Application Guidelines for GoGreen Granules GoGreen Granules and GoGreen Tees and Fairways may be used at any time of the year providing the turf is dry and rainfall is imminent. Do not apply in frosty conditions. GoGreen Granules may be applied using any conventional fertiliser spreader. A convenient, cost-effective liquid that can be used to correct iron deficiencies, provide colour, harden turf against disease and discourage moss and algae. 20 L Liquid L/ha 7 Iron A readily soluble, fast acting formulation of iron hepta-hydrate for correcting iron deficiencies, hardening turf and discouraging disease and moss. 7 Iron 12 Kg 4800 m % ferrous sulphate heptahydrate Soluble Powder 1.25 Kg/500m 2

22 aquatic treatments Product Pack Coverage Formulation Application Rate Lake Relief Lake Relief improves water clarity, reduces odours and restores natural balance to the ecosystem. Each water soluble sachet contains a blend of Novozymes bacteria (one trillion per pack). These natural microbial strains quickly populate the target area and break down excessive organic matter and nutrient run-off. Lake Relief is biodegradable and non-toxic to humans, fish, wildlife and beneficial aquatic organisms. Lake Relief Kg 1 Acre Granule 1 pack (25 x sachets) per acre of water surface Pro Crystal An environmentally efficient algae treatment for static and slow moving water. Improves clarity of water and reduces unpleasant odours within days of treatment. Pro Crystal acts on filamentous algae such as bacteria that remove excess nitrogen and phosphate from the water. The algae die from lack of nutrition. Pro Crystal 9 x 454 g 8100 m 2 Powder 1 x 454g sachet per 900 m 2 water surface H2 Blue H2 Blue prevents algae formation in large ponds, lakes and fisheries. The initial application should last for 2 to 3 months, dependent on the amount of sunlight and rainfall and can be topped up as required. The presence of H2 Blue in the water filters out certain frequencies of light that are essential to algae for photosynthesis. H2 Blue 1 L m 3 Liquid 1 sachet per 500,000 L Black Onyx Black Onyx Lake and Pond colourant is a highly concentrated colourant that helps create the unique natural look of black water lakes and ponds favoured on golf courses and resort locations. Black Onyx Packs 1 x WSP covers WSP - 2,500 m 3

23 chemicals 21 Contents Chemicals Fungicides Disease Guide and Advice Effective Weed Control Tank-Mixes 27 Total and Residual Herbicides 29 Worm Control and Insecticides Aquatic Herbicides 30 Growth Regulators 31 Foam Markers, Water Conditioners, Spray Pattern Indicators 32 Spray Adjuvants 33 Turf Wetting Agents 34 Turf Colourants 35 Spray Tank Cleaner 35 Key To Chemical Formulations Sensible Spraying Practices SE EW GR RH SC Suspo-emulsion Oil in water emulsion Granules Ready to use spray in hand operated sprayer Suspension concentrate

24 22 fungicides Product Pack PCS Formulation LERAP Application Rate Rezacur For the control of major turf diseases A broad spectrum contact fungicide, specially formulated for disease control in managed amenity turf that may be used to treat Fusarium Patch or Pink Snow Mould, Dollar Spot, Red Thread and Anthracnose. Rezacur 5 L SC B 500 L 30 L/ha Rezacur can be used to control a wide range of major fungal diseases affecting grasses, including those which disfigure fine turf areas such as golf greens, bowling greens, tennis lawns, golf fairways, cricket outfields, sports stadia and ornamental lawns. Rezacur is only for use on established turf. best application time is autumn to spring, when conditions are most favourable for disease advancement, but turf development is slow. To gain maximum performance from Rezacur it is best applied as a preventative treatment, when the disease is in an early stage of development, ensuring minimal leaf damage and plant loss. Rezacur can be applied using standard vehicle mounted spray equipment or pedestrian controlled sprayers using a medium quality spray as defined by BCPC system. Do not apply with a knapsack sprayer. Ensure the container has been agitated thoroughly before using. Contains 500 g/l (41.57% w/w) chlorothalonil. Rezacur can be used as part of a disease management programme.

25 fungicides 23 Product Pack PCS Formulation LERAP Application Rate Scorpio A revolutionary strobilurin fungicide with a mesostemic mode of action, delivering highly efficient preventative and curative control of a broad spectrum of turf diseases including Fusarium Patch and Red Thread. Scorpio may be used on established turf including golf courses, sports fields and parks. Scorpio can be applied as part of a disease management programme. Contains 500 g/kg (50.0% w/w) trifloxystrobin. Scorpio 250 g WG B L/ha 0.7 Kg/ha Chipco Green curative and preventative control of the major turf diseases of UK turf. Chipco Green s formulation is very rain-fast and also prevents dew formation for up to 2 weeks after application. Chipco Green can be applied as part of a disease management programme. Contains 250 g/l (24.3% w/w) iprodione. Chipco Green 1 L 5 L SC U 500 L/ha 20 L/ha Heritage Heritage is an effective systemic turf fungicide providing control of Fusarium Patch, Take-all Patch, Brown Patch, Dollar Spot, Leaf Spot and Rust. It will also provide moderate control of Anthracnose and limited evidence suggests it will reduce the effects of Type 2 Fairy Rings in managed amenity turf. Contains 500 g/kg azoxystrobin. Heritage 100g 500g WG U L/ha 500 g/ha Daconil Weather Stik A broad spectrum, contact fungicide, for the control of Fusarium Patch, Dollar Spot, Red Thread and Anthracnose on turf such as golf greens, golf tees, bowling greens, cricket squares and ornamental lawns. It is also suitable for use on extensive grass areas such as golf fairways and sportspitches. Do not apply with a knapsack sprayer. Contains 500 g/l (40.2% w/w) chlorothalonil. Daconil Weather Stik 5 L SC B 250 L/ha 30 L/ha Banner MAXX A broad spectrum foliar fungicide with systemic properties for the control of Fusarium Patch, Dollar Spot, Anthracnose and Brown Patch on managed amenity turf and amenity grassland. Contains 156 g/l propiconazole. Banner MAXX 3 L EC U L/ha 3 L/ha Headway Headway is a double action, long lasting fungicide. It can be used to control Fusarium Patch, Anthracnose, Dollar Spot, Leaf Spot and Take-all on all managed amenity turf areas. It is the first double action fungicide with disease control activity from root to leaf, the fast uptake and rapid systemic movement hits turf disease quickly and gives long lasting protection. The Headway combination provides improved performance, increased flexibility and a wider application window. In trials Headway provided over 8 weeks control of Fusarium infection. Contains 104g/L propiconazole and 62.5g/L azoystrobin. Headway 3 L EC U L/ha 3L/ha

26 42 Disease Control Background Independent research organisations such as the STRI and with chemical manufacturers, have carried out extensive trials on the efficacy and compatibility of fungicide tank-mixes. This work was commissioned in order to provide new and innovative solutions to the turf disease problems experienced by our customers. Tank-mixing Mixing two or more products in the spray tank can be carried out to reduce the potential for disease resistance development. Certain tank-mixes can also improve the quality of the turf and reduce the time taken for the turf to recover from disease attack. Fungicides are selected with different modes of action so that the resulting mixture will attack the target disease on two or more fronts. This makes it more difficult for the pathogen to develop resistance to the treatment.

27 disease identification guide 25 Fusarium Patch / Pink Snow Mould (Microdochium nivale) [formerly Fusarium nivale] as the disease progresses. Active patches on turf have a distinctive ginger appearance and, when viewed early in the morning, creamy white mycelium resembling cotton wool can be seen in the centre and towards the outer edge of the patch. Grass in the active patches is is sufficient grass growth to fill in. The scars have a pale straw coloured appearance and are drier to the touch with no evidence of mycelium. The disease can often become very active under a covering of snow. As the snow melts the large disease patches (sometimes 25-50cm across) have a bright ginger ring surrounding a pale pink/straw coloured centre. This form of the disease is known as Pink Snow Mould. Red Thread / Pink Patch (Laetisaria fuciformis and Limonomyces roseipellis) [formerly classified as a single species: Corticium fuciforme] Symptoms: Ill defined patched of bleached grass. Pink mycelium is often visible in early morning dew. Close examination with the naked eye will often reveal red needle-like structures, which are attached to the leaf blades. The needles become brittle upon drying and are easily detached allowing fragments to spread the disease. The disease rarely kills the grass plant. singly but are more frequently found together: Laetisaria fuciformis - can be isolated from the red needles. Limonomyces roseipellis - forms the pink mycelium. Dollar Spot (Sclerotinia homoeocarpa) larger than this. The patches are distinct and circular but can sometimes join together forming larger spots. The diseased grass is usually dry. Close examination of individual grasses near the outer edges of the patch often reveals a dark margin separating the dead straw coloured tissue from the green grass. Anthracnose (Colletotrichum graminicola) Symptoms. Recent research has identified two significant stages of the disease; a foliar blight that can spread rapidly during the mid-summer months causing considerable discolouration of affected plants. Leaves of individual grass plants turn yellow, with the youngest leaves on each plant appearing red or orange. Under conditions of high moisture during the autumn and spring, the second stage of the disease can occur when the plant rots at the base and is easy to pull from the turf. Examination of the rotting base of the plant shows extensive dark staining and sometimes black reproductive structures can just be seen with the naked eye. (Known as acervuli, these spore bearing structures are little more than the size of a pin head). Fairy Rings - A large number of different fungi are known to cause fairy rings in turf. Fairy Rings are classified into 3 groups. Type 1 is the most damaging. Type 1 eg. Marasmius oreades Symptoms. A ring of dead grass may be seen within a wider ring of stimulated dark green grass. Fruiting bodies are often seen within the dead area and the outer stimulated area. Marasmius oreades is the most common type 1 fairy ring and produces small tan coloured toadstools. The fairy ring fungus can be found some 5 cm below the surface of the grass and can extend to a depth of 30 to 50 cm deep in well established rings. The fungus consumes organic matter in the soil and excretes a waxy substance which has the effect of inhibiting water movement in the immediate vicinity of the fungal hyphae. The type 1 fairy ring fungus the toxic waste excreted into the soil kills the grass in the area above the fungus.

28 26 selective herbicides Product Pack PCS Formulation LERAP Application Rate T2 Green T2 Green is a broad spectrum, selective herbicide for the control of annual and perennial weeds in managed amenity turf. It is formulated from three complimentary active ingredients: mecoprop-p, MCPA and dicamba. Each component has different strengths on different weed species. For example mecoprop-p gives excellent control of Clover, whilst MCPA controls weeds with deeper roots such as spectrum. See page 27. Contains g/l mecoprop-p, g/l MCPA, and g/l dicamba. T2 Green 5 L SL U L/ha L/ha Depitox A selective weedkiller, effective on a wide range of common broad-leaved and rosette forming turf weeds. See Page 27. Contains 500 g/l (42% w/w) 2,4-D as the dimethylamine salt. Depitox 5 L SL U 400 L/ha 4.2 L/ha Timbrel An effective selective scrub and brushwood killer via foliar and stem/stump applications. Timbrel can be used on land not intended to bear vegetation such as motorway and railway embankments, roadsides, grassland of no agricultural interest and industrial areas. For the control of woody weeds, Brambles, Nettles and perennial broad-leaved weeds. Contains 667 g/l (44.3% w/w) tricolpyr butoxy ethyl ester (480 g/l triclopyr acid equivalent). Timbrel 5 L EC B L/ha 2-10 L/ha Nu-shot Effective on the more difficult weeds in amenity and grassland areas such as Common Nettle and woody weeds like Bramble and Gorse. It can also be used as part of a Japanese Knotweed eradication programme. Contains 200 g/l 2,4-D, 85 g/l dicamba and 65 g/l triclopyr. Nu-shot 1 L 3 L EC U L/ha L/ha Praxys A systemic post-emergence herbicide from Scotts. It combines three modern active ingredients and two different modes of action. Praxys rapidly enters target weeds, travelling through the whole plant to give complete weed destruction. Contains 144 g/l (13.85% w/w) fluroxypyr methyl heptyl ester (100 g/l acid equivalent), 80 g/l (7.69% w/w) clopyralid and 2.5 g/l (0.24% w/w) florasulam. Praxys 5 L EC U 200 L/ha 1-2 L/ha

29 effective weed control tank-mixes T2 Green & Depitox Mix By mixing Depitox with T2 Green the range of weeds controlled is greater and the efficacy against deeper rooting weeds is much improved. T2 Green A broad spectrum selective herbicide for the control of annual and perennial weeds in turf. Contains three active ingredients giving control of most turf weeds. Pack Size: 5 L Depitox A selective weedkiller, effective on a wide range of common broad-leaved and rosette forming turf weeds. Pack Size: 5 L Application Guidelines T2 Green: Depitox: 4 L per hectare 1.5 L per hectare (In litres of water per hectare) Do not spray in drought conditions or when water, under continual agitation add T2 Green, then add Controls Autumn Hawkbit Bird s-foot-trefoil Buttercup Charlock Chickweed Daisy Dandelion Fat Hen Greater Plantain Groundsel Forget-me-not Hoary Plantain Knotgrass Lesser Trefoil Mayweed Mouse Ear Parsley-piert Pearlwort Poppy Ragwort* Red Dead-nettle Red Shank Scarlet Pimpernel Selfheal Shepherds Purse Slender Speedwell Thistle* White Clover Yarrow Suggested Application Timings * Long established weeds may require a second application. Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Main usage period (Depending on weather conditions) Extended usage period (Depending on weather conditions) This chart should be used as a guideline only. Weather conditions should be assessed and a weed survey conducted before making any applications. The information provided is accurate at the date of publication so far as Goldcrop are aware, but is of a general nature only and is not intended to article. Goldcrop cannot take responsibility for any omissions from, or errors in, the general information provided in this article. Goldcrop will fully back restrictions are adhered to

30 28 weed identification guide Weed Identification Guide Bristly Oxtongue Ragwort Hogweed Mugwort Horsetail Creeping Cinquefoil White Clover Daisy Dandelion Autumn Hawkbit Mouse-ear Hawkweed Common Mouse-ear Japanese Knotweed Pineapple Mayweed Pearlwort Woody Nightshade Ribwort Plantain Germander Speedwell Spear Thistle Scarlet Pimpernel Selfheal Common Knapweed

31 total and residual herbicides 29 Product Pack PCS Formulation LERAP Application Rate plant which leads to superior long-term performance against deep-rooted perennials such as Dandelion and Couch Grass. Contains 360 g/l glyphosate present as 480 g/l (41.1% w/w) isopropylamine salt of glyphosate. 1 L 5 L SL U 250 L/ha 5-10 L/ha Proliance Quattro A systemic total herbicide for the control of annual and perennial weeds in industrial and amenity areas. It is an advanced glyphosate formulation that incorporates a fully optimised surfactant system and water conditioner. Contains 360 g/l glyphosate. Proliance Quattro 10 L SL U 250 L/ha Pistol A non-selective knockdown and residual herbicide for control of annual and perennial weeds and grasses on natural surfaces not intended to bear vegetation and permeable surfaces overlaying soil. Pistol has a broad spectrum of activity if used at the recommended rate and under optimum conditions. It should give initial knockdown and thereafter residual control of broad-leaved weeds, including Common Daisy, Common Groundsel, Cranes-bill, Dandelion, Field Forget-me-not, Ragwort, Red Dead-nettle, Rosebay Willowherb, Sowthistle and Speedwell for at least six months. Contains 250 g/l glyphosate and 40 g/l diflufenican. Pistol 1 L 5 L SC B Up to 4.5 L/ha worm control and insecticides Crossfire 480 An insecticide for the control of Leatherjackets and Frit Fly in amenity grassland and managed turf. The easy-to-use liquid formulation is rain-fast (not subject to leaching) and gives a long period of control. Contains 480 g/l chlorpyrifos. Crossfire L EC A L/ha 1.5 L/ha Merit Turf Merit Turf can be used as an insecticide for control of Chafer Grubs and Leatherjackets on golf courses, bowling greens, athletic fields, commercial and residential lawns and other managed amenity turf situations. One application per year is needed for Chafer Grub and Leatherjacket control in late spring/early summer. Contains 5 g/kg imidacloprid as a granular formulation. Merit Turf 3 Kg 10 Kg GR U Kg/500 m 2

32 worm control and insecticides Insect & Pest Identification Guide Chafer Grub Leatherjacket Frit Fly Larvae Nematode Worm Cast aquatic herbicides Product Pack PCS Formulation LERAP Application Rate Roundup Pro Biactive Roundup Pro Biactive has a recommendation for aquatic weed control. It can be used to control floating and emergent weeds in ponds, stream, rivers, lakes and on water margins. Contains 360 g/l glyphosate present as 480 g/l (41.1% w/w) isopropylamine salt of glyphosate. Roundup Pro Biactive 1 L 5 L SL U - Depitox Depitox can be used for the control of a wide range of aquatic weeds. Contains 500 g/l (42% w/w) 2,4-D as the dimethylamine salt. Depitox 5 L SL U L/ha Always consult The Environment Agency before using pesticides in or very near water.

33 growth regulators 31 Product Pack PCS Formulation LERAP Application Rate Primo MAXX Primo Maxx is a liquid formulation grass growth regulator with a wide range of benefits. Primo Maxx works by redirecting plant growth. It specifically targets the gibberellic acid site responsible for cell elongation in grass. Not only does Primo Maxx inhibit vertical growth but actually diverts plant growth downward into the root system to produce increased food reserves and lateral stem development. This in turn produces a thicker, healthier sward that better equips your turf to withstand temperature extremes, moisture loss, traffic and wear and even helps in the management of Poa annua. Contains 12.5% w/w trinexapac-ethyl. Primo MAXX 500 ml 5 L SL U Greens: 0.4 L/ha Tees and Sport Pitches: 0.8 L/ha Rough / Semi-Rough: 2.4 L/ha Detailed programmes are available for the areas listed in the rates table above. Contact Goldcrop for further information. Primo MAXX cuts the time and cost of fairway management

34 32 foam markers Product Pack Formulation Application Rate TT Foam A liquid foamer designed specifically for use with the TurfTracker and similar foam blobbing equipment. It produces a clear line of small white foam spheres which effectively marks out treated areas, to prevent overlapping. TurfTracker information can be found on page 44. TT Foam 1 L Liquid Dilute 1:125 TT Foam to water water conditioners Aqua Tick A water conditioner that creates the ideal ph environment and prevents alkaline hydrolysis of pesticides and trace elements. Aids rainfastness. Contains a patented colour indicator for ease of use. Aqua Tick 1 L Liquid Dependent on ph spray pattern indicators Eye SPI Eye SPI is the new spray pattern indicator available from Goldcrop. By adding Eye SPI to your liquid applications you can gain maximum performance and cost efficiency. Available in blue and green formulations and in 1 litre and 5 litre bottles. Eye SPI Spray Pattern Indicator Eye SPI - Blue 1 L 5 L Liquid ml per 100 L of spray Eye SPI - Green 1 L 5 L Liquid ml per 100 L of spray

35 spray adjuvants 33 Product Pack Adjv Formulation Application Rate Discovery Range Enhancing Chemical Control A range of adjuvants formulated to improve efficacy of amenity chemicals giving peace-of-mind, reliability and cost efficiency to all spray operations. What is an adjuvant? - A substance other than water without significant pesticidal properties, which enhances or is intended to enhance the effectiveness of a pesticide when it is added to that pesticide. (Control of Pesticide Regulations 1986). Companion Gold conditions water, buffers ph, reduces drift, improves rainfastness, controls foaming, increases spray retention. Companion Gold 1 L 5 L 0527 Liquid 250 ml to 1 L per 100 L spray. Use higher rates in hard water areas. Transcend A unique adjuvant designed specifically to enhance the efficacy of fungicides. Improves spreading, coverage and rainfastness and speeds uptake into the plant making fungicide applications more reliable and cost effective. Transcend combines the spreading and coverage abilities of organosilicones with the uptake abilities of vegetable oils and also includes elements to reduce reflection from the leaf surface. Should not be used with Heritage. Transcend 3 L 0333 Liquid 0.25% of spray concentration (250 ml in 100 L water) Grounded Grounded is a unique adjuvant for use with residual herbicides to reduce drift, leaching and improve weed control. Specifically designed to improve the performance of residual materials (eg. Pistol ) it combines non-ionic surfactants, sticking agents and emulsifiers with a special oil that increases the adsorption of the herbicide onto soil particles and therefore significantly reduces leaching. Residual herbicides will therefore persist for longer in the ground, keeping the area tidy and weed-free. Grounded 3 L Liquid 1 L/ha

36 turf wetting agents Product Pack Formulation Application Rate Water Rate Aqua-Zorb The ultimate water management range, with global performance credentials. Aqua-Zorb Liquid A concentrated non-ionic turf wetting agent that will enable water to move faster and deeper into the soil profile. Aqua-Zorb Liquid 10 L Liquid L/ha 50 L/500m 2 Aqua-Zorb 45 spot (LDS), and maintain perfect playing conditions. Aqua-Zorb L Liquid 20 L/ha L/ha Aqua-Zorb Granules A biodegradable granule containing a non-ionic turf wetting agent for the treatment of all hydrophobic Aqua-Zorb Granules 15 Kg Granules 30 g/m 2 Aqua-Zorb Big Tablet A wetting agent designed for use with tank irrigation systems. The tablet is dropped into the irrigation in air bubbles forming on the surface of the tablet, causing it to move around in the tank. This unique self-agitating system ensures thorough mixing. A great time saver for adding extra wetting agent in dry summers or when short of manpower. Aqua-Zorb Big Tablet 2.5 Kg Tablet 1 Tablet treats 1 hectare of turf in a minimum of 2,500 L/ha water Aqua-Zorb Pellets Allows for intensive spot treatment of problematic areas that are severely water repellent and suffering from Dry Patch. Aqua-Zorb Pellets give the Turf Manager greater flexibility in the fight against Dry Patch and are a simple and effective way of applying Aqua-Zorb wetting agent through a hose end applicator. Aqua-Zorb Pellets Pellet 1 Pellet treats 3 greens H2 Pro H 2 Pro is the latest tool to help with the management of water in turfgrass rootzones. Significantly reducing the irrigation requirement of soils. It has a unique curative action against the cause of Dry Patch and is effective through the rootzone and not just on the surface. H 2 Pro Liquid 4 x 5 L Liquid H 2 Pro Granules use Biodac (REG) as a carrier - a free flowing, dust free, cellose complex. This releases the H 2 Pro and quickly breaks down into elements in the rootzone. H 2 Pro Granular 10 Kg Granular 200 Kg/ha H 2 Pro Maximise is a penetrant wetting agent for moving water away from the soil surface and down the soil profile. H 2 Pro Maximise 10 L Liquid L/ha

37 turf colourants Product Pack Formulation Application Rate Greenlawnger A long lasting green paint for turf use. Greenlawnger adds healthy appearance to scorched or damaged turf while it recovers. Greenlawnger 1 L Liquid 1 L in L water/100 m 2 spray tank cleaners Red Flag A spray tank and equipment cleaner designed for general purpose cleaning of spray equipment. Red Flag 1 Kg Powder 1 Kg/800 L of wash-out solution All Clear Extra All Clear Extra 5 L Liquid 0.5L / 100 L water

38 grass seed pro Turf Amenity Seed Mixtures Golf Mixtures CREEPING BENT GRASSES Agrostis Palustris: Seaside II PTGG1 pro Turf 1 80% Chewings Fescue 20% Browntop Bent PTGG2 pro Turf 2 Traditional Greens Mixture Elite Greens Mixture 30% Chewings Fescue 30% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 40% Browntop Bent PTGG3 pro Turf 3 100% Browntop Bent PTGT4 pro Turf 4 Super Bent Mixture Elite Tees & Divot Mixture 40% Chewings Fescue 20% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 20% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 20% Highland Bent PTGT5 pro Turf 5 Traditional Tees Mixture 40% Chewings Fescue 20% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 20% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 20% Highland Bent PTGT6 pro Turf 6 Ryegrass Tees Mixture 50% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 15% Chewings Fescue 25% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 10% Highland Bent PTGF8-2 pro Turf 8-2 Fairway Mixture (All Rye) - (Option 2) 100% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass PTGGL1 1 Links Greens Mixture (No 1) 40% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 40% Chewings Fescue 10% Browntop Bent 10% Agrostis Palustris PTGGL2 2 Links Greens Mixture (No 2) 20% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 20% Chewings Fescue PTGTL4 4 Links Tees Mixture (with Rye) (No 4) 40% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 30% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 20% Chewings Fescue 10% Agrostis Palustris PTGTL5 5 Links Fairway / Tees Mixture (No 5) 40% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 20% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 20% Chewings Fescue 20% Agrostis Palustris PTGFL6 6 Links Fairway Mixture (No 6) 40% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 30% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 20% Chewings Fescue 5% Browntop Bent 5% Agrostis Palustris PTGF7 pro Turf 7 Fairway Mixture PTGTL7 7 Links Fairway (with Rye) (No 7) 30% Chewings Fescue 30% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 10% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 20% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 10% Highland Bent 40% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 30% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 20% Chewings Fescue 5% Browntop Bent 5% Agrostis Palustris PTGF8 pro Turf 8 Traditional Fairway Mixture 30% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 10% Highland Bent PTGF8-1 pro Turf 8-1 Fairway Mixture with Ryegrass - (Option 1) PTGR9 pro Turf 9 Roughs Mixture 30% Chewings Fescue 25% Hard Fescue 35% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 10% Highland Bent 75% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 25% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 36

39 grass seed pro Turf Amenity Seed Mixtures Sports Ground Mixtures 100% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 35% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 5% Highland Bent 50% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 15% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 30% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 5% Highland Bent PTS13 pro Turf 13 Cricket / Tennis Mixture 30% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 30% Chewings Fescue 30% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 10% Browntop Bent PTS14 pro Turf 14 Racecourse / Gallops Mixture 25% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 10% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 5% Highland Bent PTS14-1 pro Turf 14-1 Racecourse / Gallops Mixture - (Option 1) 70% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 30% Strong Creeping Red Fescue PTS15 pro Turf 15 Fine Turf / Bowling Green / Golf Green 80% Chewings Fescue 20% Browntop Bent 37

40 grass seed pro Turf Amenity Seed Mixtures Landscape Mixtures PTL16 pro Turf 16 Banks and Landscapes 35% Chewings Fescue 5% Highland Bent PTL17 pro Turf 17 Low Maintenance Conservation Areas 40% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 30% Chewings Fescue 25% Hard Fescue 5% Highland Bent Reclamation Mixtures PTL20 pro Turf 20 Shaded Area Mixture 20% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 40% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 15% Hard Fescue 20% Chewings Fescue 5% Highland Bent PTL18 pro Turf 18 Road Verges PTL21 pro Turf 21 Reclamation Mixture 25% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 20% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 30% Hard Fescue 10% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 10% Highland Bent 5% White Clover 20% Hard Fescue 30% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 20% Sheeps Fescue 10% Chewings Fescue 15% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 5% Highland Bent PTL19 pro Turf 19 Low Maintenance Rye Mixture (Caravan Parks) 50% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 30% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 15% Chewings Fescue 5% Highland Bent Seeded Turf Mixtures PTT24 pro Turf 24 Hardwearing Landscape Mixture 25% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 20% Chewings Fescue 30% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 20% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 5% Highland Bent 30% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 25% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 20% Hard Fescue 15% Chewings Fescue 5% Highland Bent 5% White Clover PTL23 pro Turf 23 Coastal / Saline Mixture 20% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 30% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 20% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 25% Tall Fescue 5% Agrostis Palustris PTT25 pro Turf 25 General Purpose Rye 20% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 40% Chewings Fescue 35% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 5% Highland Bent PTT26 pro Turf 26 Fine Turf Mixture 30% Slender Creeping Red Fescue 25% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 35% Chewings Fescue 5% Highland Bent 5% Browntop Bent 38

41 grass seed 39 Wild Flora 1 Heavy Soils 2 Golf 3 General Landscape 4 Shaded 5 Light Soils 0.5gm 2 1.0gm 2 1.5gm 2 2.0gm 2 3.0gm 2 4.0gm 2 5.0gm 2 Sowing Rates Seed Rates 1Kg 2Kg 3Kg 4Kg 5Kg 2000m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m 2 500m m m m m m 2 333m m m m 2 250m 2 500m 2 750m m m m 2 200m 2 400m m m m 2 Area m 2

42 40 spreaders Spreaders The TROJAN range of professional broadcast spreaders have been designed and built with quality, durability and cost effectiveness in mind. Each spreader is manufactured to the highest standards, using high-spec materials throughout the manufacturing and construction process, ensuring each product meets our exacting quality control standards. Trojan 15 The TROJAN 15 broadcast spreader is designed for rugged use and the precise application of a wide construction and light weight, provide professional performance at a cost effective price. Description Dry Weight Hopper Height Handle Length Hopper Capacity Tyre Size Track Width Trojan cm 22 Kg 25.5cm Trojan 30 The TROJAN 30 broadcast spreader is ideal for spreading granular and powder fertilisers, grass seed and dry sandy topdressings. The enclosed gearing and pneumatic tyres provide a professional performance at a cost effective price. Description Dry Weight Hopper Height Handle Length Hopper Capacity Tyre Size Track Width Trojan Kg 70cm 99cm 30.5cm Trojan 30+ The TROJAN 30+ broadcast spreader is manufactured from stainless steel. It is ideal for spreading granular and powder fertilisers, grass seed and dry sandy topdressings. Description Dry Weight Hopper Height Handle Length Hopper Capacity Tyre Size Track Width Trojan Kg 70cm 101cm 30.5cm frame and all components touching the product are made from plastic or stainless steel. Description Dry Weight Hopper Height Handle Length Hopper Capacity Tyre Size Track Width 70cm 101cm 45 Kg 30.5cm 11.5cm

43 spreaders 41 Trojan TOW The TROJAN TOW is a state of the art spreader. It is perfectly balanced on a 1 diameter frame and is supported by oversized wheels. The hitch height is adjustable to fit a wide variety of draw bar configurations. Description Dry Weight Hopper Height Handle Length Hopper Capacity Tyre Size Track Width Trojan TOW 70cm n/a 45 Kg 30.5cm 11.5cm Trojan DS The TROJAN DS drop spreader can be used for the application of top dressings, sands, grass seeds and fertilisers. It is also ideal for accurately applying powder and fine granule fertilisers. The precision welded, heavy gauge hopper has a capacity of 45 Kg. It has an effective spread width of over 90cm. Description Dry Weight Hopper Height Handle Length Hopper Capacity Tyre Size Track Width Trojan DS 42cm 83cm 45 Kg 30.5cm PrizeLAWN Portable Spreader Professional portable broadcast spreader with hand crank. Ideal for applying products with low application rates. This spreader also offers access to areas that would be difficult to reach with a standard pedestrian spreader. PrizeLAWN Calibrator The PrizeLAWN Calibrator is used to establish that the spreader is correctly calibrated. The calibrator easily attaches to the spreader, the collected material is then removed from the collector and weighed to determine the accuracy of the spreader setting. Scotts Accupro Accupro 2000 SR 2000

44 42 line marking Fleet Kombi Marking Machine The Kombi is probably the most versatile line marking machine available today. Designed with Sports Turf Managers and Groundsmen in mind, we believe it is the one machine you should try before any other. The Kombi is the most advanced sports marker available today. At the heart of the machine is a high performance pump powered by a heavy duty battery and unique plug and go charging system. It combines ease of use and maintenance with an extremely high build quality that will provide many years of trouble free marking. County Line A range of top quality sports line marking paints, selected to provide optimum durability and brightness without breaking the budget. The County Line range can be left in the Kombi after dilution, ready for use the following day. Ready To Go No need for dilution. 1 litre will cover 150 linear metres. Only 4 litres of Ready To Go is required to mark a senior football pitch, with a green 015/110 o nozzle. For use with spray markers or transfer wheel marking machines. Pack Size 15 L Standard Super Deluxe Line Marking Aerosols For optimum line marking use neat, but can be used 1 part County Line Standard to 1 part water. 1 litre will normally mark approximately 100 metres. Fur use with all types of transfer wheel markers. A more concentrated product. For first marking, dilute 1 part County Line Super with up to 2 parts water. For over marking, dilute 1 part County Line Super with up to 4 parts water. For use with spray markers or transfer wheel marking machines. An even more concentrated product. For first marking, dilute 1 part County Line Deluxe with up to 2 parts water. For over marking, dilute 1 part County Line Deluxe with up to 8 parts water. For use with spray markers or transfer wheel marking machines. Top quality sports line marking aerosols. Available in 5 colours: White, Yellow, Red, Green and Blue. Pack Size 15 L Pack Size 15 L Pack Size 15 L Pack Size 750 ml

45 pedestrian sprayers 43 Product Product Information each sprayer comes with a one year warranty as standard. If the sprayer breaks down in the first year we will arrange for it to be returned to the manufacturer, where it will be thoroughly tested and any faults repaired. Cub+ Tank Boom Nozzles Pump Controls Standard Fittings, Weight and Transport Width Polyethylene - 30 L capacity 2 metre - 4 nozzles Triple nozzles - colour coded, QuickFit with check valves Flojet pump - 14 L/Min main on/off Quick release coupling for hand lance. Battery (up to 3 hours working time). Plug socket for battery charger. TurfTracker power unit holder, battery charger, weight: 25 Kg, transport width: 0.5m Cub Bowls Special Tank Boom Nozzles Pump Controls Standard Fittings, Weight and Transport Width Polyethylene - 30 L capacity 2 metre - 4 nozzles Single nozzle, QuickFit with check valves Flojet pump - 8 L/Min Filtration, preset regulator, main on/off Quick release coupling for hand lance. Battery, battery charger, weight: 25 Kg, transport width: 0.5m Scout+ Tank Boom Nozzles Pump Controls Standard Fittings, Weight and Transport Width 2 metre - 4 nozzles Triple nozzles - colour coded Flojet pump - 14 L/Min Quick release coupling for hand lance. Battery (up to 3 hours working time). Plug socket for battery charger. TurfTracker power unit holder, battery charger, weight: 35 Kg, transport width: 0.75m Driftmaster Shroud Optional Extras: (not suitable for Cub Bowls Special), Driftmaster shrouded boom, TurfTracker foam marking system, pedestrian pump service kit and hand lance. Avoid spray drift with the 1 metre Driftmaster. For use with the Cub+ and Scout+. Other models are available for larger sprayers.

46 44 knapsack sprayers Berthoud Product Product Information Berthoud Vermorel Lt Sprayer Ideal for large gardens, orchards, trees and shrubs etc. chemical resistance Berthoud Vermorel 2000E 18lt Sprayer For all constant pressure knapsack sprayer operations where the user does not wish to pump manually. with graduated gauge liquid and powder based agrochemicals with high mechanical and chemical resistance adjustable jet, equipped with a swirl nozzle with 15/10 Berthoud Vermorel Pro Lt Sprayer For large gardens, orchards, market gardens, greenhouses etc. For intensive use (treatment, weed control). in all positions (for width and height - by notches of 10 ) mechanical and chemical resistance 1 multi-purpose, adjustable nozzle holder equipped with original swirl nozzle with 15/10 plate, a blue Berthoud Vermorel 2000E 18Lt Sprayer + Trolley For parks and gardens. graduated gauge use solutions of both liquid and powder based agrochemicals. mechanical and chemical resistance fan nozzle and a blue anvil nozzle. Mounted on a cart with large-diameter wheels TurfTracker The TurfTracker drops a ball of foam creating an easily visible track to follow. It is quick and easy to install, with a universal design, it works with most makes and models of spreaders and sprayers. (TurfTracker unit shown on the Cub+ pedestrian sprayer). Requires one D type battery, not included. Use with broadcast or drop spreaders and pedestrian sprayers. TT Foam - for use with the TurfTracker please see page 32. Rubber Crumb Crown III is for grass protection and prevents bare areas caused by heavy traffic in walk off areas. The benefits of Crown III are to lengthen turf life, reduce compaction and give good aeration and drainage properties. 2 after tining to 12mm.

47 chemical safes and general accessories Product Chemical Safes Product Information Designed to fully meet the requirements of The Food & Environment Protection Act 1985 and The chemicals, paint, tools, or components safely and securely. The bases have been designed specifically for use with a fork-lift truck and the convenient sizes mean that they can be loaded on to a trailer or pick-up truck. Large Chemsafe - Constructed from 2mm steel providing exceptional strength and security. It has sufficient capacity to store 200 litres of liquid or 200 Kg of powder or granular pesticide. It has gas stays for easy opening and closing with heavy duty castors and additional shelving available as an optional extra. Warning symbols and padlock are provided. Dimensions: Height 142cm x Width 147cm x Depth 80cm. Weight: 198 Kg Mini Chemsafe - Ideal for safe and secure storage of smaller quantities of chemicals, paint, tools or components. The Mini Chemsafe has sufficient capacity for 75 litres of liquid. It is portable, so can easily be fastened to a van, truck or trailer. The unit has a false floor including drainage point with a fold back lid. The unit is supplied with a secure lock and warning symbols. Dimensions: Height 103cm x Width 100cm x Depth 50cm. Weight: 60 Kg Transchem Box - For transporting small quantities of pesticides in appropriate vehicles. This unit may be fully locked with snap lock hinges, has a non-slip base to prevent movement when braking and has carrying handles. The construction is strong fibre glass and has one hour long fire protection. Chemicals can be stored in this unit for up to 24 hours. Dimensions: Top 460mm x 385mm. Base 430mm x 355mm. Height 400mm. Weight: 7 Kg Pocket Digital Thermometer to be seen whilst still in the ground. It features a pointed stainless steel probe and is supplied with a probe cover incorporating a pocket clip. The readable temperature range is o C to o C and is switchable between o C and o F. Supreme-Green Grow Covers Supreme-Green is a multi-purpose turf growth cover, specifically designed to provide accelerated germination and winter protection. Manufactured from tough woven polyethylene that allows water and air movement. It reduces seed erosion, prevents bird damage and speeds up turf recovery. extend the product life expectancy, which if maintained and stored Sports Pack 1 2 ) 2 storage bags 50 pegs per pack Total coverage 73.2m 2 Sports Pack 2 2 sheets of 9m x 9m approx (82.81m 2 ) 2 storage bags 2 Sports Pack 3 2 ) 2 sheets of 3m x 3m approx (9.3m 2 ) 2 sheets of 1.5m x 1.5m (2.31m 2 ) 10 sheets of 0.3m x 0.3m (0.9m 2 ) 2 storage bags Pegs 45

48 46 advisory reports Advisory Reports Our advisory report service is designed to give turf professionals essential information on the nutrient requirements needed for the provision and maintenance of high quality turf. Advisory Report With reference to the soil samples collected for chemical analysis and the enclosed results, I am able to offer the following comments and recommendations. The ph of the sample tested was 6.2 and therefore slightly above the Soil samples, analysed by independent laboratories, provide us with the data to compile a comprehensive report on the current nutrient status of the customer s turf. The detail of the analysis is tailored to customer requirements ents and can include all of the macro and micronutrients, soil structure, ph and nutrient retention capability. We can also carry out leaf tissue analysis and test the water used in irrigation, if required. Data from the analysis is compared with guideline figures to identify the scale of any remedial measures and is presented in helpful graphics in the report. Recommendations, based on the specific requirements of the customer, take the form of a suggested programme that is illustrated in tabular and calendar format. It will show the number of units of each product required, with the application details and the annual total nutrient input provided by the programme. We can also provide other maintenance programmes such as wetting agent, weed, pest and disease control. optimum (5.5) for the cultivation of fine turf grass. However the result should not be considered a major concern as the result can usually be modified by the application of appropriate fertiliser. The organic matter content was at an acceptable level and can usually be maintained by ongoing cultural practices. The cation exchange capacity (CEC) was normal and this will help the green to retain nutrient against leeching. The use of an organic fertiliser can help to boost cec. The magnesium level was slightly low to normal and as it is usually present in many fertilisers and topdressing no further action is advised. The iron level was normal to slightly high but not at a point it would cause problems on the green. Indeed I feel the green would continue to benefit from applications of iron (see recommendations) to help reduce ph. improve colour, winter hardening, disease control,etc. The sulphur content was slightly low and again inputs are usually achieved from fertilisers that contain this nutrient. The phosphate level was normal but as the result is not necessarily a reflection of availability a small input of this nutrient has been considered in the fertiliser programme. Potassium levels were slightly low and it is considered the green would benefit from higher inputs of this nutrient over the next 12 months. The fertiliser programme includes an organic product to help boost CEC and this should be followed by Floranid Eagle 20:0:18. The later is a long lasting spring early summer product that can be used prior to the start of the season to avoid the granules becoming an issue to bowlers. During the summer a liquid mix is advised to provide added colour and recovery growth. The liquid rate is calculated not to give excessive top growth that can make the green slow. Mix in the order K-Max, N-Sure, Go Green. In the autumn Go Green Granular will act to harden the turf prior to winter conditions. A second application should be made approximately around the start of the new year. The poor colour the green has experienced is usually a symptom of not enough fertiliser input and or excessive leeching. The later has been a particular problem this year due to high rainfall. To help boost nutrient retention further it would be appropriate to add a soil conditioner such as Farmura Farmgran or Matrix from Melspring. Apply after tinning as part of early spring renovation. sample Sep Oct Aug Nov Jul Dec Jun Jan Feb May Mar Apr Fungicide Strategies Our fungicide control strategies are the result of extensive trials carried out at the STRI and other independent research organisations. They provide innovative solutions to both curative and preventative disease control throughout the year.

49 voluntary initiative and LERAP 47 environmental impact of pesticides. The Amenity Sector needs to pay particular attention to the standards of application and advice in order to safeguard the environment. The main problem is the presence of pesticide residues in water, caused by some uses of pesticides in the amenity sector, particularly herbicides on hard surfaces. Pesticide levels in drinking water must meet the European Drinking Water standards. It only takes a tiny amount of pesticide residue to breach the drinking water standard and cause problems for water companies, so we must be very careful with every drop and every drip. Continuing problems could lead to important actives being withdrawn or severely restricted in their use. Planning and prevention are the key steps: 1. Make a full assessment to ensure that the right product is used at the right time in the right place. 2. Prevent pesticides reaching water sources in the first place by following best practice during storage, transport, application, disposal and clean-up operations. Review practices in all the stages of pesticide application: Storage Clean Up Transport Disposal Application Emergency Check practice against advice from your qualified adviser and the Code of Practice. Follow best practice at all times. An excellent starting point is the web site which has news, advisory guides, product information and links to other sites for specific information. LERAP LERAP stands for Local Environment Risk Assessment for Pesticides and applies to ALL boom spraying operations, whether agricultural or amenity, near water or potential water carrying dips and ditches (even dry). All products are graded under the LERAP scheme and all the information is in the statutory box on the label. The categories are: A = 5 metre buffer zone required - NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REDUCTION B = 5 metre buffer zone required but can be reduced with LERAP measures C or No LERAP = No buffer zone required LERAP A LERAP B Broadcast Air Assisted LERAP Why buffer zones and LERAP are important to your spray operation Buffer zones next to watercourses are intended to give additional protection to aquatic life. A label requirement for a 5m buffer zone next to a watercourse indicates a product poses a particular risk to aquatic plants and/or animals. LERAP offers practical benefits as it may allow a reduction in the width of the watercourse buffer zone while still ensuring the environment is adequately protected. Before you begin spraying near water you must know if the product requires a watercourse buffer zone and also what the width should be. The continued availability of some familiar products may depend on you fully complying with their watercourse buffer zones. By ensuring you are correctly complying you will be helping to safeguard your future livelihood and help maintain a healthy environment.

50 terms and conditions GOLDCROP LIMITED TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE BASIS OF CONTRACT 1a. company proposing to purchase from the Company (hereinafter referred to as the Customer) of an order placed shall be binding upon the Company unless otherwise stipulated herein or agreed to in writing by someone duly authorised on behalf of the Company. 1b. Unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Company these conditions supersede any earlier set of conditions appearing in the Company s catalogues or elsewhere and shall override any terms or conditions stipulated incorporated or referred to by the 48 Customer whether in any order placed by him or during any negotiations. All guarantees, warranties, or conditions (including are hereby excluded and negatived. 1c. All Goods supplied hereunder shall be to the customary trade standards and subject to the usual allowance for mill rolling, shearing, cutting, planing, shrinkage, drying and other recognised tolerances. 1d. If it is agreed that any Goods are to be processed the Company may arrange for such processing to be performed by a third party subject to the standard terms and conditions of such third party and the Customer shall indemnify the Company against any claims for breach of patent or registered design thereby occasioned. 2. All orders for goods by the Customer through any agent or sales representative of the Company are subject to the PRICE 3. or changes in basic national wage rates, freight charges, rates of exchange, cost of material (including raw materials) or other relevant costs. Whilst every effort will be made to maintain prices quoted the Company reserves the right to execute orders at prices ruling at the time of delivery. DELIVERY 4. If the preparation, manufacture or delivery of the goods is prevented, delayed or hindered in any way by an act of God or of any government, war (whether declared or not), invasion and other warlike action, any strike, lockout or other industrial action, event beyond the Company s reasonable control, then in any such circumstances the Company may upon reasonable damage thereby incurred. 5. The Goods properly packed and secured in such manner as to reach their destination in good condition under normal conditions of transport, shall be delivered by the Company at, or despatched for delivery to, the place or places and in the delivery to the nearest off loading point or hard surfaced road. 6. The Company will endeavour to meet delivery dates, but shall be under no liability of any kind if it fails to meet any such dates whatever the cause of failure and whether such cause is under the Company s control or not. If so required by the Company, the delivery date or dates shall be extended for a reasonable period. Each delivery shall constitute a separate contract between the Company and the Customer and failure of any delivery shall not vitiate the contract as to the other deliveries but if the said extension in delivery time required by the Company shall exceed three months either party to the contract may cancel the undelivered balance of the contract by written notice to the other party without any claim on either side. 7a. If for any reason the Customer is unable to accept delivery of the goods at the time when the goods are due and ready for delivery the Company may, at the request of the Customer, if it s storage facilities permit, agree to store the goods and safeguard them until their actual delivery, and the Customer shall be liable to the Company for storage, insurance and other expenses in so doing and the Customer shall pay to the Company interest at current overdraft rate on the value of the goods so held. 7b. The signature of any employee of the Customer acknowledging receipt of the goods shall be conclusive evidence of 8a. Whether goods are sold FOC or CIF the responsibility of the Company shall cease immediately the goods are placed on board ship and the Company shall be under no obligation to give the Customer any notice whatsoever. 8b. Where goods are to be delivered by public carrier the liability of the Company shall cease immediately the goods are PAYMENT 9. Time of payment shall be of the essence of the contract. Payment of the price shall be made within the period after reason whatsoever. If the Customer shall fail to make payment on the due date for goods ordered or delivered under this or any other contract the Customer may have with the Company, the company may suspend further deliveries under this or any other such contract, and if payment or any part thereof shall remain in arrears for seven days after written demand shall have been made therefor the Company may cancel this or any other contract, and in either case without prejudice to any other right the Company shall have. The Company shall be entitled to charge interest at the rate of 2 percent per month on any overdue account.

51 terms and conditions 10. In addition to any right of lien to which the Company may by law be entitled the Company shall be entitled to retain possession of all goods in its possession or under it s control for the unpaid price of any goods sold to the Customer by the Company under this contract or any other contract. 11. In addition to any right of stoppage in transitu to which the Company may by law be entitled the Company shall be entitled to resume possession of all good sold by the Company to the Customer which are in transitu for the unpaid price of any goods sold to the Customer under this contract or any other contract. REPLACEMENT 12. Goods proven to the satisfaction of the Company to be defective shall be replaced but the Company shall not in any circumstances whatsoever be liable to the Customer in respect of any consequential or indirect loss or damage (including loss DEFAULT 13. If the Customer shall make default in or commit a breach of the contract or of any other of his obligations to the Company, or if any distress, execution or other process shall be levied on the Customer s property or assets, or if the Customer shall make or offer to make any arrangement or composition with it s creditors, or shall commit any act of bankruptcy or if any petition or receiving order in bankruptcy shall be presented or made against him, or if the Customer is a limited company, any resolution passed or presented, or if a receiver of such company s undertaking, property or assets of any part thereof shall be appointed the Company shall have the right forthwith to suspend all further deliveries and to determine with or without notice any contract then subsisting between the Company and the Customer but without prejudice to any claim or right the Company may otherwise make or exercise. 14. Notwithstanding any other provision or agreement as to payment in this contract, if in the sole opinion of the Company, the any part of the goods and on failure of the Customer to make such payment the Company may cancel without prejudice to any other right the Company may have. RETENTION OF TITLE 15a. The ownership of all goods shall remain in the Company until such time as all debts due to the Company from the Customer shall have been paid. Until such time as all such debits have been discharged in full the Customer shall:- i. Store the goods so as to clearly show them to be the property of the Company: ii. iii. Hold the goods and all monies received from the sub-sale thereof as bailee and trustee respectively for the Company: and at the request of the Company shall furnish the Company with the names and addresses of debtor sub-purchasers and all appropriate particulars thereof so as to enable the Company to recover direct from such sub-purchasers sums owing by them. 15b. The risk in the goods shall pass to the Customer upon delivery of same to the Customer and the signature of any employee of the Customer on the delivery docket shall be conclusive evidence of such delivery. CLAIMS 16. date on which the said goods are received by the Customer or his agent and the Customer shall afford the Company reasonable facilities for examining the goods before they have been disposed of, or treated, or cut, or in any way altered. All goods damaged in transit and accepted in that condition by the Customer shall not be the subject of any claim hereunder. 17. Any claim or claims in respect of goods delivered under this contract shall not be a ground for withholding payment of accounts and shall not give any right to set off against payment due to the Company. CONDITIONS AND WARRANTIES 18. statute. Save in the case where the Purchaser deals as a Consumer as described hereinbefore in this clause, all statements implied by law otherwise are hereby expressly excluded. PURCHASERS RIGHTS 19. Nothing contained herein or in any other document in relation to this transactions intended to affect or prejudice nor will it GENERAL 20. All disputes differences or questions at any time arising between the parties as to the construction of the contract or as to any matter or thing arising out of the contract or in any way connected therewith shall be referred to the arbitration of a single arbitrator who shall be appointed by the President for the time being of the Incorporated Law Society of Ireland. 21. These conditions and the contract shall be subject to and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Ireland. The customer submits to the jurisdiction of the Irish Courts of Law.

52 Chemicals Contract Spraying Fertilisers Grass Seed Golf Course Equipment Line Marking Specialist Turf Care Tools Sports & Landscape Equipment Sprayers & Spreaders Technical Advice Total Weed Control Solutions Top Dressings & Aggregates Goldcrop Ltd Springhill Carrigtwohill Co Cork Tel: (021) Fax: (021)