PHC 2010 Fruit Manual by Jason Holohan

PHC速 Advanced Natural Technologies

PLANT HEALTH CARE P roduct Reference Gui de

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AGRIC ULT URAL P RODUC T S AP P LIC AT ION GRID cerealS PRODUCT NAME

SOWING

GROWING

AGROACID

AGROWAx

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BIOPAk

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CALIENTE LIqUID

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COLONIzE AG

COMPETE PLUS

MINIPLUG

FrUIt INSTL

VeGetaBleS

MAINT

INSTL

MAINT

AM EN I T Y P RODUC T S AP P LIC AT ION GRID

GlaSShoUSe INSTL

MAINT

tUrF PRODUCT NAME

INSTL

Flower BeDS

MAINT

INSTL

MAINT

tree & ShrUB INSTL

MAINT

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BIOPAk® PLUS

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COLONIzE™ T & O

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COMPETE® PLUS

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DETHATCH

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FLExx® 3-0-20

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FLOWER SAVER® PLUS 3-4-3

PHC® FOR FLOWERS 12-16-12

HEALTHY START® 3-4-3

HEALTHY START® MACRO TABS 12-8-8

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A10 PLANT FEED

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A11 ROOT DIP

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A11 SENTRY R

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A12 TOMATO FEED

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HEALTHY TURF™ 8-1-9

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C10 INjECTABLE FOR PALMS

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C11 INjECTABLE FOR TREES

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C12 PALM SAVER® 6-3-6

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C13 PHC® FOR PALMS 8-2-10

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C14 PLANT SAVER® 4-7-4

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C15 POND SAVER® C16 TERRA-SORB® HYDROGEL

S P EC IALIST P RODUC T S AP P LIC AT ION GRID cerealS PRODUCT NAME

SOWING

GROWING

FrUIt INSTL

VeGetaBleS

MAINT

INSTL

GlaSShoUSe

MAINT

INSTL

MAINT

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MYCONATE

N-HIBIT

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PRETECT

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PREVAIL

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PROACT

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PROMOTE

FROSTECT

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C17 PHC® FOR TREES SRN 11-22-22

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C18 PHC® FOR TREES 27-9-9

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C19 TREE SAVER®

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C20 PHC® FOR TURF 15-1-6

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C21 TURF RECOVERY™

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C22 TURF SAVER 3-4-3

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C23 PLANT FEED

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C24 CALIENTE LIqUID C25 VERTIMULCH C26 YUCCAH®

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P roduct Gui de 2 010 aGrowax PHC AgroWax is an homogenous natural wax and is easily applied as a liquid to the leaf surface, where it slightly modifies the natural outer wax layer on the surface of the leaf. This modified cuticular wax is effectively ‘smoother’ and has a lower resistance leading to early water bead formation by surface water on the leaves. These beads of water quickly roll off the leaf, leaving the leaf drier. The drying of the leaf by encouraging water to be shed will have beneficial implication on leaf health, with less water available for bacterial and fungal spore germination. PHC AgroWax applied to the surface of the leaf after also helps to bolster existing cuticular wax, and replace any lost wax, which may otherwise have lead to disease penetration of the leaf. PHC AgroWax has no detrimental effect on the action of the plants stomata and will not affect transpiration or photosynthesis. PHC AgroWax is non-toxic to fish or animals when diluted correctly.

aGrowax can: • Be applied in combination with any existing pesticide formulation • Holds active ingredients on the leaf of plants and to minimise water erosion, and as such may lead to residue issues if used close to the harvest interval

Do not USe aGrowax: • Where compatibility problems are expected by increased absorption of the active ingredients (e.g. a too fast absorption of sulphonyl-urea containing products by nontolerant maize varieties) 9951203

P roduct Gui de 2 010 BIopak plUS

CONTENTS CONTENTS Contains an emulsion of saponified natural wax (Montan Wax)

80 %

applIcatIon rateS Field application rates application

agrowax

water Volume

method of application

coverage

Dew Control

2 to 3 litres/Ha

400 to 600L Spray

1 Ha

Rain Fastness

1 to 3 litres/Ha

Up to 400L Spray spray volume

Up to 400L spray volume - 1.5L/Ha Over 400L spray volume - 0.4L/100L up to max of 3L/Ha

BioPak Plus is a dry, watersoluble micronutrient treatment that includes beneficial rhizosphere bacteria and 3-0-20 N-P-k fertiliser. Micronutrient treatments are excellent for plants undergoing or recovering from stress, plus plants expressing symptoms of mineral deficiencies such as chlorosis (pale leaf colour). This product contains various mineral macroand micro-nutrients including chelated iron, sulphur, magnesium, manganese, boron, and zinc complexed in forms that remain soluble in acidic, neutral and alkaline soils.

BIopak plUS can:

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS 3-0-20 NUTRIENTS

% by Weight

Total Nitrogen (N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3% 3% Water Soluble Nitrogen Soluble Potash(as k20) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20% Magnesium (Mg) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5% 1.5% Water Soluble Magnesium (Mg) Sulphur (S) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4% 4% Combined Sulphur (S) Boron (B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.02% 0.02% Water Soluble Boron (B) Iron (Fe) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7% 7% Chelated Iron (Fe) Manganese (Mn) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.2% 0.2% Chelated Manganese (Mn) zinc (zn) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.2% 0.2% Chelated zinc (zn) Derived from Urea, Ferrous Citrate, Potassium Sulphate, Manganese EDTA, Magnesium Hydroxide, Seakelp Extract Sodium Tetraborate and zinc EDTA. MICROBIAL CONTENT

• Promote a plant’s recovery from stress • Reverse mineral deficiencies that cause chlorosis and necrosis • Improve root function without stimulating excessive top growth

10.8 Billion cfu/kg

1.8 Billion cfu/kg Bacillus licheniformis 1.8 Billion cfu/kg Bacillus megaterium 1.8 Billion cfu/kg Bacillus polymyxa 1.8 Billion cfu/kg Bacillus subtilis 1.8 Billion cfu/kg Bacillus thuringiensis 1.8 Billion cfu/kg Paenibacillus azotofixans

This product can be applied one to three times per year.

NON PLANT FOOD INGREDIENTS Humic acids Cold water sea kelp extract Soluble yucca plant extract Maltodextrin

9920144

applIcatIon rateS

• keep nutrients soluble in acidic, neutral and alkaline soils • Revive nursery stock

2 kg Bag

% by Weight 3.6% 3% 2.6% 8.7%

tree/Shrub care rates application

phc Biopak plus

water Volume

method of application

coverage

Initial Application

1 to 2 kg (1.5 kg avg)

200 to 400L

Soil inject, 100 sq m drench or spray

Maintenance

0.5 kg

200 to 400L

Soil inject, 100 sq m drench or spray

Iron Deficiency 1.5 kg

200 to 400L

Soil inject, 100 sq m drench or spray

10 litre container

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P roduct Gui de 2 010 calIente lIqUID A variation on the PHC Caliente theme, this easy-to use liquid contains the distilled power of natural plant extracts Important: This material is classified as a biofumigant and as such is a major irritant to mucus membranes as found on most parasitic nematodes and worms. Use this liquid product to irrigate in to the soil at times of heightened nematode activity. The active irritants of chili extract and mustard extract cause the outer mucus membrane of these parasitic worms to become inflamed and it effectively suffocates them on contact. Irrigation water volumes are key to this working in soil-based systems. key benefits: • Easy to use liquid formulation • Fast acting - acts on contact • Reduces stress on plants roots • Can lead to a ‘green-up’ of foliage. 9 9114 2 2 9 911416

10 L Can 2 x 10 Litres

P roduct Gui de 2 010 colonIze aG

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ColonizeTM AG is a biological inoculant designed to promote the establishment of beneficial plant-microbe-soil interactions in the root zone. ColonizeTM AG utilizes a dual strategy acquired from Nature.

actIVe InGreDIentS: Capsaicin and related Capsaicinoids

0.42%

Allyl-Isothiocyanate**

3.70%

*Oleoresin of Capsicum **From Essential Oil of Mustard Inert InGreDIentS

95.88%

APPLICATION RATES

Repeat after 14 days to treat any emergent cysts

First, it is a microbial inoculant containing numerous strains of rhizosphere bacteria and fungi that fix nitrogen, solubilize phosphorus, and recycle mineral nutrients through the breakdown of organic matter. These include spores of select strains of Bacillus and Streptomyces bacteria, and Trichoderma fungi. Second, ColonizeTM AG contains formononetin, an isoflavonoid which increases the degree of root colonization by introduced and native vesiculararbuscular mycorrhizal (VAM) fungi. Together, the activities of these beneficial bacteria and fungi promote plant health by improving soil fertility and plant nutrition in the natural way. Colonize AG is not a plant food product.

Consult PHC before first use.

Product benefits:

Liquid Caliente turf 15-20 L/Ha

Glasshouse 20-50 L/Ha

Field 50 L/Ha Upto 20L/Ha

Method Spray on to the turf and immediately follow with irrigation to was the material into rootzone. Irrigate with a minimum of 15 ml water

Frequency At times of known periods of nematode activity

Apply through irrigation lines Flush through thoroughly with at least 10 minutes of watering

At times of known periods of nematode activity

Pre-planting Once plants in situ

At times of known periods of nematode activity

SoIl/plant amenDInG InGreDIentS

27.8%

Bacterial/Fungal Mix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.9% Clover distillate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.9% mIcroBIal nUtrIentS

72.2%

14.2% Soluble Seaweed Extract (Ascophyllum nodosum) 41% Maltodextrin 1% Saponin 8% Silica 3% Soya Oil 5% Yeast Extract mIcroBIal content 110 million cfu/kg 110 million cfu/kg 110 million cfu/kg 110 million cfu/kg 110 million cfu/kg 110 million cfu/kg 110 million cfu/kg 11 billion cfu/kg

Bacillus licheniformis Bacillus megaterium Bacillus polymyxa Bacillus subtilis Bacillus thuringiensis Streptomyces azotofixans Streptomyces griseoviridis Trichoderma harzianum

applIcatIon rateS application

colonize ag

Frequency

method of coverage application

Greenhouse Program (plug treatment)

1kg (weight) per 400 L water

One week after seeding. Repeat 7-10 days before shipping to field

Drench or spray to soil

Field Irrigation

1 kg per 400 L

Every 2-3 wks throughout the growing season

Drench. 800 L/Ha Irrigate with 12mm water to wash in

• Fix nitrogen and solubilize mineral phosphorus

Drip Irrigation

Drip irrigation

• Recycle mineral nutrients through the breakdown of organic matter

1 kg per 10 L Every 2-3 wks into head bucket throughout the growing season

1 kg per 10,000m plant bed

Fruit Tree

Throughly mix Colonize Ag with water in mix tank

Drip irrigation

1 kg/Ha

• Increases degree of root colonization by native or inoculated VAmycorrhizal (VAM) Fungi • Introduces a diverse population of beneficial microbes intobarren soils, to:

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2 kg Bag

Every 2-3 wks throughout the growing season

800 strays

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P roduct Gui de 2 010

compete plUS PHC’s Compete Plus is a dry, dispersible rhizosphere inoculant that contains spores of beneficial bacteria, actinomycetes and Trichoderma fungi. These microbes increase the solubility of mineral elements and fix atmospheric nitrogen while increasing nutrient availability. Compete Plus can be applied by soil injection or as a drench. The microbes in Compete Plus are live proprietary strains selected to promote soil fertility. These microbes are added in the form of microbial spores numbering in the hundreds of billions of CFUs per Lb. High microbial activity is characteristic of rich forest soil, to which plants respond favorably.

Dethatch

Flexx 3-0-20

As a dry, water dispersible blend of natural soil microbes, it accelerates the natural decomposition of turf grass thatch by breaking down and digesting dead plant material.

Even the hardiest grasses need help to endure the physical punishment athletes dish out.

Regular applications supply healthy population of these bacteria in the soil to help prevent problems associated with thatch buildup as it treats and controls the existing thatch layer in turf. 2 kG BOx 10 kG BOx

9950600 9950604 contentS

Here are a few key product benefits:

non plant InGreDIentS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . % by weight

• Promotes soil conditions that are favorable to root development

Maltodextrin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95% Dextrose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5% Yeast Extract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2% Choline Chloride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5% mIcroBIal content 1.1 Billion cfu/kg

• Colonizes the root zone with beneficial microbial populations that fix nitrogen, solubilize phosphorus and break down soil organic material releasing trapped nutrients 9920421

365 Million cfu/kg Bacillus licheniformis 365 Million cfu/kg Bacillus polymyxa 365 Million cfu/kg Bacillus subtilis

50 Million cfu/g 50 Million cfu/g 50 Million cfu/g 50 Million cfu/g 50 Million cfu/g 50 Million cfu/g 1 Million cfu/g 10 Million cfu/g

311 million cfu/g

Bacillus azotofixans Bacillus licheniformis Bacillus megaterium Bacillus polymyxa Bacillus subtlis Bacillus thuringiensis Streptomyces griseoviridis Trichoderma harzianum

mIcroBIal nUtrIentS

66%

48% Maltodextrin 5% Yeast extract 13% Soluble Seaweed extract (derived from Ascophyllum nodosum) hUmIc acIDS (derived from leonardite)

17%

Inert InGreDIentS

17%

8% Precipitated Silica 6% Leonardite Extract (other than humic acids) 3% Polyethylene glycol

applIcatIon rate For tUrF Initial Application: Mix with water and apply 0.5 kg per 1,000 sq. m.

% BY weIGht

Total Nitrogen (N) 3% Water Soluble Nitrogen Soluble Potash (k20) Water Soluble Magnesium (Mg) Sulphur (S), combined Iron (Fe), complexed Manganese (Mn), chelated

3% 20% 1.5% 4% 7% 0.2%

Derived from: Urea, Ferrous Sulphate, potassium, manganese eDta, magnesium hydroxide. mIcroBIal content

11 BIllIon cFU/kG

4 Billion cfu/kg Bacillus licheniformis 4 Billion cfu/kg Bacillus megaterium 4 Billion cfu/kg Bacillus polymyxa 4 Billion cfu/kg Bacillus subtilis 4 Billion cfu/kg Bacillus thuringiensis 4 Billion cfu/kg Paenibacillus azotofixans Humic Acids (derived from Leonardite)

3.8%

Formononetin

0.15%

mIcroBIal nUtrIentS

13.8%

• Correct chlorosis or other mineral deficiencies

7.7% Maltodextrin 3.1% Yucca plant extract (derived from Yucca schidigera) 3% Seaweed extract (derived from Ascophyllum nodosum) Fertiliser Ingredients 78.85%

• Help turf weather extreme environmental stress

Inert InGreDIentS

• Revitalize turf subjected to heavy sports traffic

3.4%

• Promote root colonization by beneficial mycorrhizal fungi

applIcatIon rateS

mIcroBIal content

You should use Flexx to:

nUtrIent

• Maintain turf colour and vigour

2 kg Bag

contentS

Throw in stresses like drought, mowing, or pests and turf can really decline. Flexx, a powerful combination of fertilisers, organic soil amendments, watersoluble yucca extract, beneficial bacteria and chelated micronutrients, is designed especially to address the short and long-term needs of turf. Now with Myconate (formononetin), a patented stimulant of VAM fungi, Flexx fosters the colonization of beneficial fungi that help the grass absorb more water. Flexx offers turf managers a comprehensive recovery and maintenance program they can use with confidence.

GUaranteeD analYSIS 3-0-20

Use together with your top dressing, aeration, and verticutting program. It may require 3 to 4 applications for results to be clearly apparent. reassess thatch depth after three applications.

9920238 9920243

4 kg Bag 20 kg Box

applIcatIon rateS application

rate

water method of coverage Frequency Volume* application

product

rate

method

coverage

Frequency

Greens & Tees

4 kg

PHC Dethatch

2 kg

5000 m2

5,000 sq. m.

Every 2 weeks

Damaged Turf

8 kg

2 Litres

Every two weeks or as often as needed

200 - 400 Drench or litres spray to soil saturation

Yuccah

Mix with water and use with top dressing, aeration, and verticutting programs

200 - 400 Drench or litres spray to soil saturation

5,000 sq. m.

Initial application

New Seeding/ Overseedng

4 kg

200 - 400 Drench or litres spray to soil saturation

5,000 sq. m.

Every 2-4 weeks as needed

Hydroseeding

4 kg

Tank mix Add to tank at seeding

5,000 sq. m.

At time of seeding

Sod Installation 4 kg

200 - 400 Drench or litres spray to soil saturation

5,000 sq. m.

7 to 14 days prior to harvest or immediately after installation

Lawns

200 - 400 Drench or litres spray to soil saturation

1,000 sq. m.

Monthly or as needed

0.5 kg

* Water volumes are suggested. More or less water may be used based on best practice.

Maintenance Rate: Apply 0.25 kg per 1,000 sq. m. every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.

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P roduct Gui de 2 010 FroStect PHC Frostect is a pre-frost treatment of concentrated Harpin protein. By using the benefit of longrange weather forecasting we can now apply Frostect prior to a frost event. If treated 2-4 days prior to a significant frost event plants stimulated by the Harpin protein have shown significant improvements in resistance of frost damage. The use of the Harpin protein prior to frost triggers the plant to harden itself, essentially pre-stressing the plant to enable better tolerance of the harsh frost that is about to happen. The Harpin protein also promotes cell growth after the frost subsides. Applications to soft and top fruit as well as hardy nursery stock vary from 100g/Ha to 200g/Ha. Directions for Use of FrosTect:

P roduct Gui de 2 010 HEALTHY START MACRO TABS 12-8-8

CONTENTS actIVe InGreDIentS

% BY weIGht 1.0% 99%

Harpin ab protein Other ingredients

Combining advanced chemistry with biology, no other planting tablet delivers such an advanced approach to slow-release, long-term and sustainable fertility.

APPLICATION RATES Crop

Rate (g/Ha)

Dilution (Litre/Ha)

Timing

600-1000

2-4 days prior to frost. Can be used after a frost event to stimulate some re-growth of damaged tissue.

FRUIT CROPS 100-150 OTHER CROPS 150-200

We start with a standard mix of synthetic fertilisers to provide the basic N-P-k. But we didn’t stop there, as other anufacturer’s do.

% BY weIGht

Total Nitrogen (N) 12% 1.65% Ammoniacal Nitrogen 1.4% Urea Nitrogen 3.85% Slowly available water-soluble Nitrogen 5.1% Water insoluble Nitrogen Available Phosphate (P205) 8% Soluble Potash (k2O) 8% Sulphur (S) 3% 3% Combined Sulphur (S) Iron (Fe) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5% 0.025% Soluble Iron (Fe) Derived from: Feather meal, Blood meal, Fish meal, Bone meal, Ureaform, methylene Ureas, monoammonium phosphate, Sulphate of potash, magnesium Sulphate, Iron Sucrate. non plant FooD InGreDIentS

• First, we included organic fertility ingredients which not only provide slow-release N-P-k, but also increase beneficial microbial activity in the soil.

Humate derived from Leonardite 7% Humic Acids

• Second, to boost the biological activity, we inoculate the product with our unique rhizosphere bacteria. Six hardworking species, which together, perform phosphorus solubilization and nitrogen fixation. • Third, we add iron in a slow-release sucrate form that is not susceptible to leaching. • Finally, we included humic acids, which are naturally present in forest soils, but are lacking in managed settings. Humic acids help to improve root uptake of minerals even in unfavorable pH environments.

• Apply FrosTect to the tank first, before any other material. Mix well.

• The nutrients formulated in our tablet take up to 2 years to be completely released.

• Once FrosTect has been mixed with water, use within 4-6 hours. Do not use product from a package that has been opened for more than 24 hours. Always re-seal the packages correctly, ensuring the seal is air-tight.

nUtrIent

Here’s what’s unique about this product:

• Do not use chlorinated or chemically treated water in the tank with FrosTect. If there are no alternatives, add a dechlorinating agent such as sodium sulphite or sodium thiosulphate to the mixing tank prior to addition of FrosTect.

• Do not use FrosTect in water or tank mixes with pH below 5 or above 10, or with strong oxidising agents.

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS 12-8-8

9920323 9 9 2 0 3 24

4.5 kG BOx; 21G TABLET 11.36 kG NO BOx; 21G TABLET

12% . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12%

MICROBIAL CONTENT

21 Million cfu/Kg

(971,000 cfu/ 21-g tablet) 7.7 Million cfu/Kg Bacillus licheniformis 7.7 Million cfu/Kg Bacillus megaterium 7.7 Million cfu/Kg Bacillus polymyxa 7.7 Million cfu/Kg Bacillus subtilis 7.7 Million cfu/Kg Bacillus thuringiensis 7.7 Million cfu/Kg Paenibacillus azotofixans

APPLICATION RATES for 21 gram tablets* 3-5 L plant

one tablet

7-10 L plant

two tablets

10-15 L plant

three tablets

25-30 L plant

four tablets

50-60 L plant

five tablets

40-60 cm root ball

five tablets

90-120 cm root ball

six tablets

15-180 cm root ball

eight tablets

200-250 cm root ball

ten tablets

Larger size

For each 1/2 inch caliper, use two 21-gram tablets

Note: The rates shown above are refer to the 21 gram tablet. If using the smaller 7 gram tablets, triple the amount.

Storage and Shelf-life: • Shelf Life – 2 Years. • Avoid prolonged storage in temperatures above 35° C. • Do not store mixed product. • After mixing with water, apply within 4 hours. • PHC FrosTect is non-toxic to fish or animals when diluted correctly. 5000290

1 kg

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P roduct Gui de 2 010 INjECTABLE FOR PALMS keep palms in landscapes as healthy and vibrant as possible with PHC Injectable for Palms. It’s ideal for stress relief as well. What makes it work? • PHC’s manufacturing method provides guaranteed quantities of fungal spores. • Active organisms make soil more fertile by fixing nitrogen, making phosphorus soluble and biodegrading organic material. • It contains Myconate — a patented stimulator of VAM fungi to encourage increased colonization. For sustainable results, use with PHC for Palms, a robust blend of beneficial bacteria and fertiliser ingredients designed exclusively for palms and tropical plants. Only from Plant Health Care. 9 910 910

7 x 225G PACkET PAIRS PER BAG

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS OF SOIL AMENDING INGREDIENTS VA ENDOMYCORRHIzAL (VAM) FUNGI 44,000 spores/kg 44,000 spores/kg 44,000 spores/kg 44,000 spores/kg

17600 spores/kg

Glomus clarum Glomus etunicatum Glomus intraradices Entrophospora columbiana

MICROBIAL CONTENT 8.8 Billion cfu/kg 8.8 Billion cfu/kg 8.8 Billion cfu/kg 8.8 Billion cfu/kg 8.8 Billion cfu/kg 8.8 Billion cfu/kg

P roduct Gui de 2 010 INjECTABLE FOR TREES Trees growing outside of the natural forest environment need help getting the nutrients they need to thrive. Soils in manmade settings can be deficient in minerals and organic materials and are often compacted or have poor water percolation. Together with environmental extremes, such stresses can devastate a tree. You can keep trees and shrubs healthy by inoculating them with PHC Injectable for Trees. Let’s look at what makes this product so effective: • Colonies of mycorrhizal fungi help the plant absorb more water and nutrients. • Our manufacturing method provides guaranteed quantities of fungal spores • Active organisms make soil more fertile by fixing nitrogen, making phosphorus soluble and biodegrading organic material. • PHC Injectable for Trees contains Myconate (formononetin), a patented stimulator of VAM fungi to encourage increased colonization. 9 910 915

7 x 225G PACkET PAIRS PER BAG

53 Billion cfu/kg

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS OF SOIL AMENDING INGREDIENTS

Bacillus licheniformis Bacillus megaterium Bacillus polymyxa Bacillus subtilis Bacillus thuringiensis Streptomyces azotofixans

SOIL/PLANT AMENDING INGREDIENTS

ECTOMYCORRHIzAL FUNGI

1.78 Billion spores/Lb Pisolithus tinctorius VA ENDOMYCORRHIzAL (VAM) FUNGI % by Weight

Humic acids (derived from Leonardite) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.8% Formononetin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.2% MICROBIAL NUTRIENTS

68.9%

44,000 spores/kg 44,000 spores/kg 44,000 spores/kg 44,000 spores/kg

INERT INGREDIENTS

15.1%

6.7% Non Humic Acid components of Leonardite 6.0% kaolin clay 2.4% Polyethylene glycol

17600 spores/kg

Glomus clarum Glomus etunicatum Glomus intraradices Entrophospora columbiana

MICROBIAL CONTENT 8.8 Billion cfu/kg 8.8 Billion cfu/kg 8.8 Billion cfu/kg 8.8 Billion cfu/kg 8.8 Billion cfu/kg 8.8 Billion cfu/kg

54.8% Maltodextrin 11.2% Soluble seaweed extract (derived from Ascophyllum nodosum) 2.7% Yeast extract 0.2% Yucca plant extract

53 Billion cfu/kg

Bacillus licheniformis Bacillus megaterium Bacillus polymyxa Bacillus subtilis Bacillus thuringiensis Streptomyces azotofixans

SOIL/PLANT AMENDING INGREDIENTS

water. Inject area around the trunk following a grid pattern with injections spaced every foot. Inject one quart per hole. The area of the grid is determined by the DBH of the palm. A 6-inch DBH palm should have a 2m x 2m grid. The following chart provides the number of injections for palms of varying sizes. Follow the same rate and injection pattern for cycads and other tropical plants.

ESTABLISHED PALM INjECTION CHART DBH Grid Size Square No. of Gallons of (Inches) (m) Feet Injections Mixed Solution 6

2m x 2m

2.5m x 2.5m

3m x 3m

100

4m x 4m

144

MycorTM Mini Plug is a highly concentrated, dry mix spore inoculant for establishing vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhizal (VAM) symbiosis on roots of plants grown in small container plugs, including trees and shrubs, flowers, fruits and vegetables. A high propagule concentration is needed to ensure adequate inoculation of each container cell. VAM plants have better survival and growth, absorb more nutrients, especially phosphorus and other mineral elements, and have improved abilities to efficiently absorb more water from soil than plants without VAM. MycorTM Mini Plug contains spores and other propagules of four different VAM fungi that are compatible with most VAM plants. The spore concentration is very high (630,000 per kg) to ensure inoculation of small containers and plugs. MycorTM Mini Plug also contains ColonizeTM, our patented stimulant of VAM fungi, to promote rapid colonization of the root system.

CONTENTS Spores of VA Mycorrhizal fungi ColonizeTM

Minimum 630,000 spores per kg of a mixture of two species of VAM fungi Proprietary stimulant VAM fungi

APPLICATION RATES MycorTM Mini Plug is applied by blending thoroughly into the potting mix at a rate of 1-kg/m3 of container mix. For tomatoes and peppers, use 2-kg/m3. Avoid high levels of fertiliser, especially available phosphorus, which can inhibit VAM development and mask its benefits to plants. MycorTM Mini Plug can be used alone, or as the initial phase of a comprehensive program involving microbial products like PHC BioPak®, Compete® Plus, PHC® Seakelp and the surfacant Yuccah®. Contact Plant Health Care for information on a complete program.

Plants grown in soil-less media or fumigated soils often suffer from a root system that lacks the natural and beneficial mycorrhizal fungal partnerships which are important for natural, healthy growth. By inoculating roots with proven VAM fungal associates early in life, the health of these plants is greatly enhanced. VAM occur naturally on the majority of plant species of the world, but are often absent in artificial propagation systems. Flowers, vegetables (except Brassica), bedding plants and other plants propagated in mini plugs can benefit from this inoculant. Benefits: • Improve water uptake and drought tolerance • Increase absorption of mineral elements

% by Weight

MICROBIAL NUTRIENTS

68.9%

54.8% Maltodextrin 11.2% Soluble seaweed extract (derived from Ascophyllum nodosum) 2.7% Yeast extract 0.2% Yucca plant extract INERT INGREDIENTS

• Improve survival by minimizing "transplant shock" • Improve growth and yield especially under stress

15.8% Humic acids (derived from Leonardite) 0.2% Formononetin

DIRECTIONS FOR USE Established Palms: Mix one “A” and one “B” packet per 400 L of

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3.9 Billion spores/kg

MINIPLUG

• Improve survival and growth of difficult-to grow plants 9 9113 3 2

1.8 kG BOx

15.1%

6.7% Non Humic Acid components of Leonardite 6.0% kaolin clay 2.4% Polyethylene glycol

DIRECTIONS FOR USE Mix contents of packets A and B in a tank of water and inject into soil using standard soil injection equipment. Inject the entire area beneath the canopy following a grid pattern with injections every 75 cm. One A and one B packet together cover 125 square metres, or about 200 injections.

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P roduct Gui de 2 010 mYconate Myconate® is a dry powder seed treatment designed to stimulate the growth of vesiculararbuscular mycorrhizae (VAM) on plant roots. VAM fungi form symbiotic associations with roots of approximately 80 per cent of all plants on the earth, including most agriculturally important crops. VAM fungi are known to have beneficial effects on plants. not a plant FooD proDUct. contaInS non plant FooD InGreDIentS. DrY applIcatIon InStrUctIonS Apply Myconate® as a dry pre-plant seed treatment according to the rates in the adjacent chart. To achieve the recommended rates, apply the specied amount of Myconate® Seed Treatment to the amount of seed required to plant 1 hectare, or adjust recommendations proportionally to suit your mixer or seed box size. Product may be applied to dry seed using standard dry seed treatment equipment or directly to the hopper box. When applying directly to the hopper box, ll half the hopper box with seed and sprinkle the appropriate halfamount of Myconate® Seed Treatment over seed. Mix well. Finish lling the hopper box with seed and sprinkle the remaining Myconate® Seed Treatment over the new seed. Again mix well. Myconate® Seed Treatment may be used in addition to commercial dry seed treatments and in conjunction with other dry hopper box treatments. Talc, graphite or other materials may be added to the hopper box, either with or after the Myconate® Seed Treatment, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations for your planter. water mIxInG InStrUctIonS Caution – Myconate® does not dissolve in water. This method suspends Myconate® Seed Treatment to facilitate spraying or seed/tuber treatment. Using a clean, dry container measure out the required amount of Myconate® Seed Treatment. Add to this a small amount of surfactant and about one third to one half of the powder‘s volume of water. Mix this into a paste ensuring there are no lumps. Add water to this paste to bring the volume up to 1 litre for every 100 grams mixed. Add this suspension to the spray volume required. Maintain agitation at all times. Other chemicals required for the spray are best applied before addition of the Myconate® Seed Treatment suspension. 5000141M

P roduct Gui de 2 010 n-hIBIt

contentS nUtrIent

% BY weIGht

4’-methoxy, 7-hydroxy isoflavone (formononetin) Other Ingredients: Anti-caking agent (silica gel) Intermediate (2,4-dihydroxy-4’-methoxydeoxybenzoin) Intermediate (Dihydroxyisoavone)

95% 5% 2.5% 1.3% 1.2%

applIcatIon rateS ARABLE CROPS Corn (grain, silage, sweet corn or popcorn), Cotton, Legumes (field beans, peanut, soybean), Oil and Seed Crops (such as sunower), Sorghum

60 g/Ha

CEREAL AND FORAGE CROPS Cereal Grains (barley, wheat, dry-land rice), Lucerne

90 g/Ha

VEGETABLES Low Density Planting – Tomatoes, Peppers, Legumes, Cucurbits (excluding pickles)

80 g/Ha

VEGETABLES High Density Planting – Carrot, Lettuce, Onion, Leeks POTATOES (direct tuber treatment)

120 g/Ha 80 g/Ha

USE ADVISORY: Myconate® is ineffective on nonmycorrhizal crops such as Brassica (mustards, beet, cabbage and other kale crops), or when used on any seed to be planted into fumigated soil. Information regarding the contents and levels of metals in this product is available on the Internet.

PHC N-Hibit Gold is a water soluble product containing the Harpin protein that can be applied to the seeds and tubers before planting It has no direct effect upon nematodes or viruses, but treatment will trigger certain responses within the plants’ tissue that give the treated tissue an ability to suppress to nematode feeding activity and also reduces the ability of viruses to replicate within the plant.

CONTENTS actIVe InGreDIentS

% BY weIGht 1.0% 99%

Harpin ab protein Other ingredients

MIxING INSTRUCTIONS AND APPLICATION RATES Mix N-Hibit as follows: • Add water to the mix tank and provide gentle agitation. • Add the required amount of N-Hibit. Agitate until dissolved, avoid excessive foaming. • Apply promptly. • Allow 30 minutes for the protein to fully activate (dissolve). • Can be pre-mixed in good quality water.

Seeds, tubers and bulbs can be treated with a Harpin application up to 2 months before planting. Once treated the Harpin protein binds to the Harpin receptors pressent in all plant tissue and the plants rapidly turn on stress-defence and growth systems once vegetative growth starts. This results in improved crop vigour, stamina, nutrient uptake, and growth. Combined, all these outcomes provide the grower with a stronger and more resiliant plant. Seed treatment: This protein can be conbined with conventional chemistries for the commercial seed treatment of pesticides. Please consult PHC before use to check compatibilities Tuber Wash This is the most important application of the PHC Potato Programme. This wash can be applied up to 2 months prior to planting. This application of Harpin starts the biochemical process that help to protect the root tissues from attack. Benefits: • Increases plant stamina and vigour • Increases root mass • Suppresses nematode egg production • Enhances yield 9 9 51313 N

200G

1 kg

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P roduct Gui de 2 010 PHC PLANT FEED

P roduct Gui de 2 010 !

PHC Plant Feed is a blended fertiliser based on plant extracts. It is naturally high in nitrogen, mainly in the form of amino acids and is readily absorbed in to the leaves and roots. It is a great boost for plants that are growing in streeful situations, where these beneficial amino acids are assimilated and utilised to help overcome the stress with very little effort on the part of the plant.

Mix with a minimum of 10 litres water for every 1 litre of PHC Plant Feed and apply at desired rate. Can be tank mixed with PHC water soluble bacterial products and is fully compatible with PHC Yuccah natural wetting agent.

Give your plants a natural boost.

50-100 litres in 400 litres water per Hectare

key Benefits:

Apply through spray or directly in irrigation water.

• Non-phytotoxic, tank mix for ease of use with your regular spraying routine

If sprayed, water in with 10ml water to thoroughly wash the feed from the leaf. Failure to do so may result in scorching. Rates are a guide only.

• Provides the turf with both fast acting stress beating amino acids through foliar and root absorption • Promotes hardy blades and fast recovery from damage due to traffic or mowing

PHC GRANULAR PLANT FEED

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

PHC Granular Plant Feed is uniform plant-derived highnitrogen plant feed that has been approved for use in controlled input organic farms by the Soil Association.

FOLIAR APPLICATION 5 - 20 litres in 200 litres water per Hectare PHC Plant Feed contains around 40% ammoniaical nitrogen, allowing it to be used as an excellent foliar feed. Repeating every 14 days, for 3-5 cycles. Rates are a guide only. Over application may cause slight scorching.

SOIL DRENCH

The combination of nutrients, amino acids and sugars present in PHC Plant Feed will help to sustain root growth in the most hostile environments (a USGA specification golf green!)

• Feeds microbial population in the soil ecosystem

PHC Plant Feed is available as a balanced mix of N:P:k. as with all organically sourced materials the analysis may vary by as much as 15 per cent. Typical analysis is as follows: 11-0-5 N:P:k + Micronutrients 8% amino-derived Nitrogen 3% organically bound Nitrogen Element as % w/v averages, varying by up to 10%

PHC Granular Plant Feed is a fast-acting fertiliser for use in broadcast or in-row applications. The granules are fast to dissolve in water and give a balanced feed to the plants over several weeks. Around 50 per cent of the nitrogen is initially available for plant growth over 30 days followed by slower release of around three units per month, depending on bacterial activity (soil temperature and moisture). The nature of the nitrogen helps to ensure very little is lost compared to conventional urea fertilisation.

Nitrogen (Total - kjeldahl analysis)

The contents of PHC Granular Plant Feed are balanced to work in harmony with PHC bacterial and mycorrhizal fungal products.

11.0 g/kg

Phosphorous (as P2O5)

5 g/kg

Potassium (as k2O)

48 g/kg

Boron

55 mg/kg

Calcium

14.5 g/kg

Copper

0.1 mg/kg

Iron

5.4 mg/kg

Magnesium

4.5 g/kg

Manganese

80 mg/kg

zinc

25 mg/kg 20 g/kg

• Fast-acting

Sulphur

37 g/kg

• Water-dependent release of nutrients

Total Solids

??? g/kg

Element as % w/v averages, varying by up to 10%

4:2:8*

6:5:6*

8:3:3*

9:2:2*

7:2:3**

• Highly concentrated organic nitrogen formulation

Nitrogen (Total - kjeldahl analysis)

39.8 g/l

61.5 g/l

82.2 g/l

89.8 g/l

75.5 g/l

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Phosphorous (as P2O5)

19.7 g/l

52.2 g/l

30.3 g/l

20.8 g/l

18.8 g/l

Potassium (as k2O)

87.8 g/l

63.2 g/l

32.1 g/l

22.8 g/l

23.5 g/l

Boron

31 mg/l

6 mg/l

7 mg/l

8 mg/l

5.8 mg/l

Calcium

3.9 g/l

280 mg/l

390 mg/l

372 mg/l

3.2 g/l

Copper

16 mg/l

2 mg/l

5.3 mg/l

Iron

142 mg/l

100 mg/l

120 mg/l

110 mg/l

111 mg/l

Magnesium

1.2 g/l

650 mg/l

850 mg/l

860 mg/l

1.9 g/l

Manganese

64 mg/l

12 mg/l

15 mg/l

14 mg/l

10 mg/l

zinc

80 mg/l

7 mg/l

12 mg/l

7 mg/l

6 mg/l

Sodium

10.9 g/l

15.6 g/l

16.6 g/l

12.6 g/l

0.7 g/l

Sulphur

10.2 g/l

0.3 g/l

0.4 g/l

2.5 g/l

Total Solids

502 g/l

475 g/l

489 g/l

480 g/l

730 g/l

6.6

5.2

5.3

3.8

* Derived from post-fermentation, condensed and heat-treated sugar beet molasses ** Derived from post-fermentation, condensed and heat-treated sugar cane molasses

11:0:5

Sodium

• All plant-derived material

GUARANTEED ANALYSES

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GUARANTEED ANALYSIS 11-0-5

key Benefits:

AVAILABLE IN 20 LITRE CANS AND 1000 LITRE IBCS

???

20 kG BAG

applIcatIon PHC Granular is suitable for broadcast and in-furrow applications. Please ensure all machinery is dry and the environmental conditions are suitable for all applications. amount (kg/ha)

Directions

timing

Grassland

225-275

Broadcast

March

Maize

250-325

Broadcast

At drilling

Silage

225-275

Broadcast

March

Wheat

250-325

Broadcast

Early stem elongation

Fruit Trees

300-450

Root-zone application

Post Harvest / October

Potatoes

400-500

In furrow

At or just before planting

Salad Leaf Crops

100-200

In-furrow

At planting

Vegetables - Open Field

100-250

In-furrow

At planting

Vegetables - Glasshouse

50-250

In-furrow

Throughout season

Compost mixing

25-100 per m3

Mix with compost

Before potting

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P roduct Gui de 2 010 PHC PLANT SAVER 4-7-4 This is our deluxe planting product for establishing or maintaining most plants — trees, shrubs, vines, annuals or perennials. PHC Plant Saver contains a blend of ecto- and VA mycorrhizal fungal spores, beneficial rhizosphere bacteria, 4-7-4 fertiliser, organic amendments, and a comprehensive selection of slowly available micronutrients designed to restore soil fertility and address the long-term mineral requirements common to many plants.

P roduct Gui de 2 010 POND SAVER

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS 4-7-4 NUTRIENT

% BY WEIGHT

Total Nitrogen (N) Available Phosphate (P205) Soluble Potash (k2O) Magnesium (Mg) Boron(B) Iron (Fe) Manganese (Mn) zinc (zn) *Slowly Available Nitrogen from Ureaformaldehyde

4% 7% 4% 3% 0.02% 3% 0.7% 0.4%

Derived from: Ureaformaldehyde, Calcium Phosphate, Bone Meal, Blood Meal, Fish Meal, Feather Meal, Sulphate of Potash, Iron Sucrate, Magnesium Sucrate, Manganese Sucrate, zinc Sucrate, Magnesium Sulphate, Sodium Tetraborate. ECTOMYCORRHIzAL FUNGI VA ENDOMYCORRHIzAL (VAM) FUNGI

35 Million spores/kg 2250 spores/kg

PHC Plant Saver provides:

MICROBIAL CONTENT ..........................................................185 Million cfu/kg

• Spores of mycorrhizal fungi to colonize roots, increase absorption and transfer of water and nutrients from the soil to the plant

Humic acids derived from Leonardite ........................................................11% Formononetin ....................................................................................................0.002% Fertiliser Ingredients ..................................................................................73.308%

• Bacteria that promote sustainable soil fertility by actively fixing nitrogen and solubilizing mineral phosphorus • Organic sources of N-P-k • Five other basic minerals necessary for continuing active plant development 9 9119 0 6

10kG BOx

INERT INGREDIENTS

15.69%

DIRECTIONS FOR USE Established Trees and Shrubs: Apply as a vertimulch using an earth auger with a width of about 8bm. Mix 100g of product with soil in each hole drilled to a depth of about 20-25cm. Drill numerous holes in a grid pattern with 75cm centre spacing to cover the entire area beneath the canopy. Avoid damaging large roots. New Plantings: Thoroughly mix product into backfill at a rate of about 200g of Plant Saver per caliper inch for each 30cm diameter of root ball. Small Plants or Bulbs: Add 15g per plant, and mix thoroughly with soil in the planting hole.

This is a concentrated microbial product containing a minimum of 1 billion CFU’s (colony forming units) per gram of a proprietary blend of bacteria that quickly biodegrade the nutrients, organic matter and hydrocarbons in water that contribute to sludge, clouding and foul odours. The bacteria in Pond Saver are naturally-occurring strains that have not been genetically engineered. These bacteria were selected for their natural ability to quickly clean and deodorise nutrientrich waters. Pond Saver is a natural, biodegradable product and is nontoxic to plants, humans or animals, including fish. key benefits: • Improves water clarity and quality

CONTENTS SAFE, NATURAL AqUATIC BACTERIA Minimum count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Billion cfu/g INERT INGREDIENTS Ground Peanut Shells

APPLICATION RATES Rate

Method

Maintain clean, clear, Pond Saver odor-free water in small Granular ornamental ponds

Purpose

Product

1 tablespoon per 4000 L every two weeks

Disperse directly into pond water

Maintain clean, clear Pond Saver odor-free water in small WS Paks to medium size ponds

Initial Dose: 6 packs per 1.2m L Maintenance Dose: 1 pack per 1.2m L every two weeks

Small Ponds: Toss pack directly into water Larger Ponds: Presoak as prescribed

Maintain clean, clear, Pond Saver water, odour-free water Granular in large ponds and lakes

Initial Dose: 1kg per 1 million Litres Maintenance Dose: 200g per 1 million Litres

Mix in a bucket of pond allow to soak for 2-4 hours, pour into pond along edges every two weeks

• Can reduce sludge and organic sediment buildup with regular use • Controls unpleasant odors Conditions of Use: • Water temperature must exceed 55° F • Product works best when pH of water is between 5 and 9 • Aeration dramatically increases product effectiveness and may be required in still or stagnant waters. Good aeration methods include bubblers, waterfalls or fountains • Do not use chemical treatments while using Pond Saver because the bacteria may be killed by the chemicals. (Pond colorants are usually safe for simultaneous use.) • Chlorinated water will inhibit bacterial growth if chlorine concentration is high enough. Tap water is usually acceptable • Pond water treated with Pond Saver is safe for irrigation of plants • In areas having no winter season, apply the initial dose every 6 months 9 9 5 01 24 9 9 5 010 5 9 9 5 01 2 5 9 9 5 010 4

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2 kG BAG 10 kG BOx 10 x 225G WATER-SOLUBLE PACkS PER BAG 50 x 225G WATER-SOLUBLE PACkS PER PAIL

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P roduct Gui de 2 010

P roduct Gui de 2 010 PRETECT PHC PreTect contains the unique, patented harpin protein technology blended with a selection of slow-releasing micronutrients. Harpin proteins are a class of nontoxic proteins derived from naturally-occurring microorganisms that activate signalling receptors present in all plants designed to specifically detect the presence of harpins.

PROACT

CONTENTS actIVe InGreDIentS

% BY weIGht

Harpin ab protein Other ingredients

0.1% 99%

other InGreDIentS InclUDe Magnesium (Mg) 1.6% Water Soluble Magnesium Copper (Cu) 0.2% Water Soluble Copper Iron (Fe)7.5% 6.4% Water Soluble Iron Manganese (Mn) 1.1% Water Soluble Manganese zinc (zn) 0.9% Water Soluble zinc

1.6% 0.4%

1.5% 1.5%

The outcome of this signalling is expression of at least 124 plant genes involved in the hypersensitive response, plant growth enhancement, and activation of an induced systemic defence response. When applied to crops, PreTect provide these harmless yet potent signal-inducing harpin proteins, which trigger differing biological and biochemical responses depending on the stage of plant development. A young plant in flower will respond differently to a plant bearing fruit. The targeted response enables one product to elicit many different reactions and uses. typical plant-mediated responses are:

PHC ProAct contains the unique, patented harpin protein technology in a concentrated form.

actIVe InGreDIentS

Harpin proteins are a class of nontoxic proteins derived from naturally-occurring microorganisms that activate signalling receptors present in all plants designed to specifically detect the presence of harpins.

APPLICATION RATES

This warning signal is transmitted throughout the plant and turns on the plant’s intrinsic ability to protect itself by deploying both growth and defence responses.

This warning signal is transmitted throughout the plant and turns on the plant’s intrinsic ability to protect itself by deploying both growth and defence responses. APPLICATION RATES Type Turf Vegetables Lettuce Baby Leaf crops Herbs Citrus Olives Berry Crops

kg per Hectare 1.5-2.0 kg (monthly) 0.75-1.5 kg 1.5-2.0 kg (7 days before harvest) 0.5-1.0 kg 0.5-1.0 kg 3.5-5.0 kg (prior to first flowering) 2.0-3.0 kg 1.0-2.0 kg

PHC recommends applying 2-3 times per crop at physiological important stages of the crop life-cycle CONTACT PHC FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR SPECIFIC CROP

When applied to crops, ProAct provide these harmless yet potent signal-inducing harpin proteins, which trigger beneficial responses designed to protect plants, to help plants grow through stress, and to enhance overall level of plant health. Typical plant-mediated responses are:

1.0% 99%

Crop LEGUMES

Rate (g/Ha) 75-150

COTTON

75-150

Dilution (Litre/Ha)

Timing Apply after complete emergence. Repeat at approximately 21 to 28- day intervals as needed.

FORAGE CROPS 50-150

50-400 by ground Minimum 50 by air

Apply between 2 leaf stage and midbloom. Apply after new growth commences and at each cutting. For newly seeded crops begin at first true leaf.

CORN 50-100 (Grain, silage, seed or popcorn) OIL AND SEED CROPS ROOT CROPS

75-150

Apply after complete emergence during vegetative growth phase.

RICE 50-100 SMALL GRAINS SORGHUM

• Stress-reduction • Growth stimulation • Longer shelf-life of fruit and leaf crops

• Growth stimulation

• Lower wastage due to spoiling

• Longer shelf-life of fruit and leaf crops

• Suppression of nematode feeding activity

• Lower wastage due to spoiling

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5 0 0 016 8

% BY weIGht

Harpin ab protein Other ingredients

The outcome of this signalling is expression of at least 124 plant genes involved in the hypersensitive response, plant growth enhancement, and activation of an induced systemic defence response.

• Fast cellular calcium release

• Changes to sugar levels (brix) and colouration

CONTENTS

1 kG

SUGARCANE

75-150

TURF GRASSES All types on sod 90-150 production farms

Apply after new growth commences. Repeat at 28 to 35-day intervals as needed. 100 to 800* by ground

Begin applications when plants are established or 14 days after full emergence. Repeat at 28 to 35-day intervals as needed.

2 kG

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P roduct Gui de 2 010 PHC VERTIMULCH If you’re looking for a great treatment for trees in decline or suffering from environmental stress or extremes in soil pH...look no further. This is a dry granular inoculant applied as a vertical mulch for established trees and shrubs. Here’s why you’ll want PHC Vertimulch: • Provides ectomycorrhizal and VAM fungi and beneficial rhizosphere bacteria in an organic base • Can be applied using standard auger drilling equipment

P roduct Gui de 2 010 YUCCAH

GUaranteeD analYSIS oF SoIl amenDInG InGreDIentS ECTOMYCORRHIzAL FUNGI Pisolithus tinctorius

110 Million spores/kg

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

VA ENDOMYCORRHIzAL (VAM) FUNGI

This performance-enhanced wetting agent/soil penetrant is derived from the Yuccah schidigera plant. It’s a unique desert plant that produces natural surfactants to help it use water more efficiently. These surfactant compounds help plants manage water under the extreme heat, drought and soil salinity found in all climates. It is a safe alternative to all-chemical wetting agents and an ideal choice for Integrated Pest

Million spores/kg 2000 spores/kg

500 spores/kg Glomus clarum 500 spores/kg Glomus etunicatum 500 spores/kg Glomus intraradices 500 spores/kg Entrophospora columbiana MICROBIAL CONTENT

330 Million cfu/kg

55 Million cfu/kg Bacillus licheniformis 55 Million cfu/kg Bacillus megaterium 55 Million cfu/kg Bacillus polymyxa 55 Million cfu/kg Bacillus subtilis 55 Million cfu/kg Bacillus thuringiensis 55 Million cfu/kg Paenibacillus azotofixans

Management (IPM) programs.

• Allows for inoculation of existing established trees

SOIL/PLANT AMENDING INGREDIENTS

• Can also be used to inoculate radial trenches

Processed animal byproducts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.1% Humic acids (derived from Leonardite) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28% Polyacrylamide hydrogel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1% Formononetin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.003%

• Increases water penetration through soil for drench or soil injection treatments

INERT INGREDIENTS

• Alleviates dry soil spots

• Provides aeration in compacted soils Note: Mycorrhizal fungi can improve water and mineral adsorption, and can help alleviate problems associated with compacted soils. 9 911110 9 911115

10 kG BOx 16.4kG PAIL

15.1% 6.5% 2.8% 0.447% 0.05%

% by Weight

24.897%

Leonardite extract (other than humic acids) Greensand Mineral Oil Maltodextrin Cayenne pepper

DIrectIonS For USe Vertimulch Treatment: Follow standard vertical mulching procedures. Drill product into the soil at a rate of 85g per hole, so that product is thoroughly mixed with the soil in the hole. Use an earth auger or similar drill with a 7 cm wide auger bit. Drill to a depth of about 25cm. Drill numerous such holes to cover the entire area beneath the canopy, from the trunk outward to slightly beyond the drip line following a grid pattern with approximately 75 cm spacing between holes. Two hundred (200) holes at this spacing will cover about 125 square metres, equivalent to the area beneath a 12m diameter canopy. Alternate Method Using Premixed Vertimulch Fill: Mix 2 kg PHC Vertimulch per 100 Litres of soil. Drill holes as described above and fill with mix. Radial Trench Treatment: Mix PHC Vertimulch with mulch or fill at a rate of 85g (1-scoop) per 100 square cm of trench. For example, for a 10 cm wide trench, 85g of Vertimulch would treat 1-linear metre of trench. For wider or narrower trenches, adjust rate accordingly based on square metre coverage of the trench.

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key product benefits:

• Acts as an adjuvant for wettable pesticides or fertilisers, increasing their spreadability 9930606

2 x 9.375 LITRES CASE

contentS INGREDIENTS

% by Weight

Yucca schidigera plant extract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90% Copolymerized alkane oxides (non-ionic surfactant) . . . . . . . . . . . . 10%

applIcatIon rateS TREE/SHRUB CARE RATES Application

Yuccah

Water Volume

Coverage

Frequency

Installation or 2 L Stress Recovery

400 Litres

125 square m

At planting

Maintenance

2000 to 400 L 125 square m

Monthly

TURF CARE RATES Application

Yuccah

Water Volume

Coverage

Frequency

Greens, Tees and Fairways

10 L

400 gallons

0.5 Ha

Monthly

Lawns

150 - 200 ml 400 litres

100 square m

As needed

75ml New Seeding or Overseeding

100 to 200 Litres

100 square m

Every 2 - 4 weeks after germination

Sod Installation 10 L

200 to 400 litres

0.5 Ha

1 to 2 weeks prior to harvest or immediately after installation

ORNAMENTAL PLANTS/POTTED PLANTS Application

Yuccah

Water Volume

Coverage

Frequency

Flower Beds

150 ml

200 L

100 sq. m.

Every 2 to 4 weeks

Potted Plants

1 tablespoon 5L

Apply 1/4 of Every 2 to 4 pot volume weeks

IN-LINE SYSTEMS Fertigation

Yuccah

Mix Tank

Dilution Setting

Frequency

Dosatron

20 L

1:20

Apply with irrigation or fertiliser to deliver 1:100 Yuccah in water

Frequency

OTHER APPLICATIONS Application

Yuccah

Water Volume

Coverage

Problem Soils (compaction)

250ml

400 L

100 Every 2 to 4 square metreweeks

Hydroseeding

10 Ls

tank capacity

0.5 Ha

As needed

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