Introduction

495
Polyram DF
Company:
BASF Canada – PCP#20087
Fungicide Group
M3
Refer to page 437
Formulation:
80% metiram formulated as a water dispersable granule.
• Container size - 1 to 25 kg
Crops, Diseases, Rates and Timing:
Crop Diseases Controlled Application Rates and Timing
Potato Late blight (Phytophthora
infestans), early blight
(Alternaria solani)
Apply at 7 to 10 day intervals using 445 to 705 g per acre until plants
cover row. Then increase the rate to 910 g per acre until tops are killed.
OR
Apply at 5 to 7 day intervals using 445 to 705 g per acre starting when
plants are 15 cm high and continuing until tops are killed.
With either option, use the shorter intervals when conditions are
favourable for infection.
Application Information:
• Water Volume:
• Ground: none listed.
• Aerial: minimum 20 L per acre.
Foliar Fungicides
How it Works:
The active ingredient metiram is a dithiocarbamate fungicide with contact activity. For more information refer to “Fungicide
Modes of Action” on page 435.
Tank Mixes:
None registered.
Restrictions:
• Resistance management: Refer to page 434.
• Preharvest interval: DO NOT apply within 1 day of harvest.
• Re-entry: No restrictions listed.
• Re-cropping: No restrictions listed.
• Storage: Store in original, tightly-closed container. DO NOT store near food, feed, seed, or fertilizers. Store in cool, dry,
locked, well-ventilated area without floor drain.
• Environment: DO NOT apply to any body of water. Avoid drifting of spray onto any body of water or non-target area.
Specific buffer zones should be observed.
Hazard Rating:
Potential skin sensitizer