Precautions in Herbicide Application

• Read the herbicide label carefully and follow the direction on the label.
• Check the sprayer before starting spray. It should be working properly.
• Use only Flat fan or Evan spray nozzle.
• Clean the sprayer with clean water before and after spraying.
• Calculate the amount of commercial products required for area to be sprayed.
• Mix the herbicide in small quantity (1-2 litres) or water first and then make the required volume with water (600-750 L/ha).
• Divide the field to be sprayed into parts i.e. one bigha land may be divided into four parts of 200 sqm. Each and spray 12-15 litres of herbicide solution in each part. This will ensure uniform spray in whole area.
• Do not spray herbicide on windy and rainy days.
• Judge the stage of crop and weeds in case of post-emergence application.
• Store the herbicide in labelled containers and way from food material and children.