The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) recently announced the approval of a minor use label expansion registration for Chateau WDG herbicide for control or suppression of labelled weeds in dry bulb shallots Canada. Chateau WDG herbicide was already labeled for management of weeds on a wide range of crops in Canada. This minor use proposal was submitted by the Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec as a result of minor use priorities established by growers and extension personnel.

The following is provided as an abbreviated, general outline only. Users should be making weed management decisions within a robust integrated weed management program and should consult the complete label before using Chateau WDG herbicide.

This product is toxic to aquatic organisms and non-target terrestrial plants.  Observe buffer zones specified under DIRECTIONS FOR USE.  Toxic to small wild mammals.  Toxic to certain beneficial insects.  Minimize spray drift to reduce harmful effects on beneficial insects in habitats next to the application site such as hedgerows and woodland.  To reduce runoff from treated areas into aquatic habitats, avoid application to areas with a moderate to steep slope, compacted soil, or clay.  Avoid application when heavy rain is forecast.  Contamination of aquatic areas as a result of runoff may be reduced by including a vegetative strip between the treated area and the edge of the water body.

Follow all other precautions, restrictions, and directions for use on the Chateau WDG herbicide label carefully.

For a copy of the new minor use label contact your local extension specialist, regional supply outlet, or visit the PMRA label site http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pest/registrant-titulaire/tools-outils/label-etiq-eng.php

 Source:  Josh Mosiondz, minor use coordinator, OMAFRA, Guelph, Ontario.