BASTA NON-SELECTIVE HERBICIDE — label 02
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Product Name: BASTA NON-SELECTIVE HERBICIDE RLP
APPROVED
APVMA Approval No: 39118/120934
Label Name: BASTA NON-SELECTIVE HERBICIDE
Signal Headings: CAUTION
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING
Constituent 200 g/L GLUFOSINATE-AMMONIUM
Statements:
Mode of Action:
GROUP N HERBICIDE
Statement of Claims: For non-residual control of broadleaf and grass weeds in various situations as specified in
the DIRECTIONS FOR USE table.
Net Contents: 1-55L
60L
100-150L
1000L
Restraints: DO NOT apply with aircraft.
DO NOT apply when rain is expected within 6 hours.
DO NOT apply to weeds under stress due to, for example, very dry, very wet, frosty or
diseased conditions.
SUGARCANE
DO NOT apply in areas where slope exceeds 4%.
Directions for Use: This section contains file attachment.Page 2
Other Limitations:
Withholding Periods: WITHHOLDING PERIODS (WHP)
HARVEST (H)
Blackberry, blackcurents, blueberries, boysenberry, citrus fruit, grapes, loganberry,
olives, raspberry, strawberries, tomatoes, tree nuts: NOT REQUIRED WHEN USED AS
DIRECTED.
Tropical and sub-tropical fruits – inedible peel, (avocado, banana, feijoa, guava, kiwifruit,
litchi, mango, pawpaw, passionfruit, pineapple, pitaya (dragon fruit) and rambutan): NOT
REQUIRED WHEN USED AS DIRECTED.
Green Bean / French Bean: DO NOT HARVEST FOR 4 WEEKS AFTER APPLICATION.
Date palms, green tea, native foods: DO NOT HARVEST FOR 1 DAY AFTER
APPLICATION. DO NOT HARVEST LEAVES FROM NATIVE PEPPER OR WATTLES
THAT ARE CLOSE TO THE GROUND FOR FOOD USES.
Pome and stone fruit: DO NOT HARVEST FOR 21 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION.
Sugarcane: DO NOT HARVEST FOR 16 WEEKS AFTER APPLICATION.
GRAZING (G)
Summer fallow: DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT FOR STOCK FOOD A CROP SOWN
FOLLOWING A FALLOW SPRAY FOR 6 WEEKS AFTER SOWING.
Sugarcane: DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT FOR STOCK FOOD FOR 16 WEEKS AFTER
APPLICATION.
Green Bean / French Bean: DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT TREATED AREAS FOR
STOCKFOOD FOR 4 WEEKS AFTER APPLICATION.
All other crops: DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT TREATED AREAS FOR STOCK FOOD FOR 8
WEEKS AFTER APPLICATION.
Trade Advice: Export of Treated Produce
Growers should note that suitable MRLs or import tolerances may not be established in
all markets for produce treated with Basta Non-Selective Herbicide. If you are growing
produce for export, please check with BASF Australia Ltd for the latest information on
MRLs and import tolerances BEFORE using Basta Non-Selective Herbicide.
General Instructions: This section contains file attachment.
Resistance Warning: GROUP N HERBICIDE
Basta Non-Selective Herbicide is a member of the phosphinic acid group of herbicides.
Basta is an inhibitor of glutamine synthetase. For weed resistance management Basta is
a Group N herbicide. Some naturally occurring weed biotypes resistant to Basta and other
Group N herbicides may exist through normal genetic variability in any weed population.
The resistant individuals can eventually dominate the weed population if these herbicides
are used repeatedly. These resistant weeds will not be controlled by Basta or other Group
N herbicides. Since occurrence of resistant weeds is difficult to detect prior to use, BASF
Australia Ltd accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of Basta to
control resistant weeds.
Precautions: Re-entry Period
Do not allow entry into treated areas until the spray has dried. When prior entry is
necessary, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and
chemical resistant gloves. Clothing must be laundered after each day’s use.Page 3
Protections: PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEANS AND ENVIRONMENT
Very toxic to aquatic life. DO NOT contaminate wetlands or watercourses with this product
or used containers.
PROTECTION OF CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER NON-TARGET PLANTS
DO NOT apply under weather conditions, or from spraying equipment, that may cause
spray to drift onto nearby susceptible plants/crops, cropping lands or pastures.
DO NOT apply on desirable foliage or allow spray to drift onto the foliage of desirable
plants, trees or vines, as damage will occur. DO NOT allow product to contact green or
uncalloused bark (such as on desirable young trees and vines) or cut, cracked, damaged
or wounded tissue, where the affected surface is not adequately healed. Basta may be
used around desirable trees/vines less than two years old provided they are effectively
shielded from spray and spray drift. DO NOT allow desirable plant foliage to contact any
inert surface, such as plastic mulches, which have been treated with Basta. DO NOT apply
Basta to recently fumigated or sterilised soil.
Storage and STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Disposal: Store in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store for
prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
(1 - 55 L containers)
Triple rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to spray tank. DO NOT dispose of
undiluted chemicals on site. If recycling, replace cap and return clean containers to recycler
or designated collection point. If not recycling, break, crush, or puncture and deliver empty
packaging for appropriate disposal to an approved waste management facility. If an
approved facility is not available, bury the empty packaging 500 mm below the surface in
a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable
vegetation and tree roots, in compliance with relevant Local, State or Territory government
regulations. DO NOT burn empty containers or product. Do not re-use empty container for
any other purpose.
(60 L container)
Empty container by pumping through the dry-break connection system. Do not attempt
to unscrew the valve or breach the locked filling point. Do not contaminate the container
with water or other foreign material. Ensure that the coupler, pump, meter and hoses are
disconnected, triple rinsed with clean water and drained after each use. When empty, or
contents no longer required, return the container to the point of purchase.
(100-150 L container)
If tamper evident seals are broken prior to initial use then the integrity of the contents
cannot be assured. Empty container by pumping through dry-break connection system. Do
not attempt to breach the valve system or the filling point, or contaminate the container with
water or other products. Ensure that the coupler, pump, meter and hoses are disconnected,
triple rinsed and drained after each use. When empty, or contents no longer required,
return the container to the point of purchase.
(1000 L container)
If tamper evident seals are broken prior to initial use then the integrity of the contents
cannot be assured. Empty product as required into application equipment. Do not attempt
to breach the valve system or filling point, or contaminate the container with water or other
products. Ensure that equipment used in transfer of the product is disconnected, triple
rinsed and drained after each use. When the container is empty, close all caps and valves
and return the container to the point of purchase.
Safety Directions: Harmful if absorbed by skin contact or swallowed. Will irritate the eyes and skin. Avoid
contact with eyes and skin. When opening the container and preparing spray and using
the prepared spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent
clothing) and a washable hat, elbow-length PVC gloves and face shield or goggles. If
product on skin, immediately wash area with soap and water. If product in eyes, wash it outPage 4
immediately with water. Wash hands after use. After each day’s use, wash gloves and face
shield or goggles and contaminated clothing.
First Aid Instructions: If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia
131126.
First Aid Warnings:Page 5
A. ORCHARDS, PLANTATIONS, VINEYARDS and OTHER ROW CROPS
CROP/ WEEDS STATE RATE WHP CRITICAL COMMENTS
SITUATION
Blackberry, Primocane and NSW, 500 mL Nil Apply as a directed spray to suckers and primocanes. Contact
boysenberry, sucker control ACT, /100 L water (H) with flowers, developing fruit or desirable foliage will cause
loganberry, Vic, damage. Ensure complete coverage of primocanes/suckers by
raspberry Tas 8 weeks spraying to the point of runoff, preferably when they are less than
only (G) 15 cm high. A non-ionic wetting agent (1000 g/L) may be added at
a rate of 25 mL/100 L or equivalent.
Tropical and See list of All 1.0 to 5.0 Apply as a directed or shielded spray. Refer to the label section
sub-tropical weeds States L/ha Application for specific information on application methods.
fruits – controlled in Warnings: Do not allow spray or spray drift to contact desirable
inedible peel, Table foliage or green (uncalloused) bark. To avoid potential crop
including, 1. damage, refer to the label sections on Application and
Avocado, PROTECTION OF CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER NON-TARGET
banana, PLANTS.
feijoa, Controlled Droplet Application equipment must not be used for
guava, application in cherry orchards.
kiwifruit, Basta may be used around trees/vines less than two years old
litchi, mango, provided they are effectively shielded from spray and spray drift.
pawpaw, The recommended rate of use is determined by the following
passionfruit, criteria:
pineapple, WEED SPECIES
pitaya (dragon WEED STAGE OF GROWTH
fruit), WEED DENSITY
rambutan CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
plantations WEED SPECIES
Citrus Apply the appropriate rate to control the least susceptible weed
orchards present as per the lists of weeds controlled in the accompanying
Olive tables.
plantations WEED STAGE OF GROWTH
Pome and 21 days Use the lower rate when weeds are young and succulent (grasses:
stone fruit (H) pre-tillering; broadleaves: cotyledons to 4-leaf) or the population is
orchards very sparse. A median rate should be used for medium sized
8 weeks plants (grasses: tillering; broadleaves: 4 leaf to advanced
(G) vegetative) and the high rate should be used when weeds are
mature (grasses: noding to flowering; broadleaves: budding to
flowering).
WEED DENSITY
Use the higher rates when the weed population is dense. Thorough
coverage of weeds is essential for good control.
CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
Best results are achieved when applied under warm humid
conditions (temperatures below 33 °C with a relative humidity
above 50 %). Control will be reduced and/or slower under cold
conditions. Good results will be achieved under most other
conditions, however poor results may occur under hot, dry
conditions.
Weeds that have been hardened or stunted in growth due to
stressed conditions should be treated at the maximum rate.
COVERAGE
Tree nut Nil Complete coverage of weeds is essential for good control. Poor
plantations (H) coverage may result in re-growth.
PERENNIAL WEEDS
Vineyards 8 weeks Apply when weeds are actively growing. Follow up treatments will be
(G) necessary to control re-growth of perennial weeds in most cases.
Strawberries, Apply as a directed or shielded spray to the inter-row area. Take
cane berry care not to allow spray or spray drift to contact the crop, including
fruits (inter- strawberry runners. Refer to GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS for
row) warnings concerning plastic mulch and fumigated/sterilised soil.Page 6
CROP/ WEEDS STATE RATE WHP CRITICAL COMMENTS
SITUATION
Tomatoes See list of All 1.0 to 5.0 Nil Determine the recommended rate of use by considering the criteria
(inter-row) weeds States L/ha (H) WEED SPECIES, WEED STAGE OF GROWTH, WEED DENSITY
controlled in and CLIMATIC CONDITIONS, as described above.
Blueberries Table 8 weeks Take care not to allow spray or spray drift to contact the crop. DO
1. (G) NOT apply to young, green or un-calloused and damaged
blueberry plants. DO NOT apply to weeds under stress. DO NOT
apply in unfavourable weather conditions.
Blackcurrant Take care not to allow spray or spray drift to contact the crop,
including foliage, flowers, fruits or young stems. DO NOT make
more than 2 applications per season.
Green Bean / 4 weeks Use inter-row shielded sprayer with a fan nozzle delivering coarse
French Bean (H) droplets. Use lower rates when weeds are young or the population
(Field use is sparse, and higher rates when weeds are mature or weed
only) 4 weeks population is dense. Apply to actively growing weeds. Do not
(G) apply more than 1 application per season.
Pyrethrum Spear thistle, 30 to 75 8 weeks Apply directly to weeds by knapsack only.Avoid direct contact with
cleavers, mL/15 L (G) pyrethrum.
hawkbit, cats water
ear, dandelion
plus any
weeds listed
in Table 1
Duboisia See list of 1.0 to 5.0 Spray should be directed to the base of the plants avoiding contact
weeds L/ha with the foliage. Best results are achieved when applied under
controlled in warm humid conditions. Complete coverage of weeds is essential
Table for good control.
Date Palms 1. 1 day DO NOT allow spray, including drift, to contact any part of the crop
(Phoenix (H) as severe damage or crop destruction may result. It is
dactylifera) recommended to use shielded sprayer or hooded spray nozzles
Green Tea 8 weeks when spraying between crop rows or near the emerged crops to
(Camellia (G) avoid crop damage from direct spray and drift. Apply as necessary
sinensis) to actively growing weeds, free from environmental stresses, up to
Native Foods a maximum three (3) applications per season. Rotate herbicide
[see Note mode of action groups within and across growing seasons.
below]
Use suitable ground application equipment, including boom
sprayer, back-pack sprayer, handlance sprayer, knapsack, or
CDA. Ensure equipment is correctly calibrated. Use higher rates
for perennial grass weeds. Increase the application rate for
glufosinate-ammonium as the size, age and/or density of the
weeds increase and become more established.
Avoid spraying when crops are in flower or fruiting.
DO NOT harvest leaves from native pepper or wattles that are
close to the ground for food uses.
Note: Native Foods include
Wattles (Acacia spp.), Lemon myrtle (Backhousia citriodora), Finger lime (Citrus australasica), Desert lime (Citrus glauca), Mullumbimby
plum (Davidsonia jerseyana), Davidson’s plum (Davidsonia johnsonii), Queensland Davidson’s plum (Davidsonia pruriens), Muntrie berry
(Kunzea pomifera), Desert quandong (Santalum acuminatum), Desert raisin (Solanum centrale), Anise myrtle (Syzygium anisatum),
Small Red Apple (Syzygium fibrosum), Lilly pilly (Syzygium lehumannii), Kakadu plum (Terminalia ferdinandiana) and Native pepper
(Tasmanian lanceolata)Page 7
CROP/ WEEDS STATE RATE WHP CRITICAL COMMENTS
SITUATION
Sugarcane See list of Qld, NSW, 1 to 3 L/ha 16 weeks Determine the recommended rate of use by
weeds WA, NT (directed (H) considering the criteria WEED SPECIES, WEED
controlled in only application) STAGE OF GROWTH, WEED DENSITY and
Table 16 weeks CLIMATIC CONDITIONS, as described above.
1. 1 to 5 L/ha (G)
(shielded/ Apply as a directed or shielded spray.
hooded
application) Directed application:
Refer to recommendations for weed control in Table 1
to check that a label rate in the range 1-3 L/ha for
directed application is suitable for control of the target
weed at its current stage of growth.
Plant cane - Do not apply earlier than just prior to out-
of-hand stage. Apply spray mixture across the inter-
row area between cane rows. Avoid all contact with
cane shoot growing points and minimise spray contact
with green cane foliage. Excessive contact with
sugarcane plants may result in damage.
Ratoon cane - Apply spray mixture across the inter-row
area between cane rows. Do not apply until cane
reaches 100 cm overall cane height (top of plants) or
20 cm to dewlap (growing point). Avoid all contact with
ratoon shoot growing points and minimise spray
contact with green cane foliage. Excessive contact
with sugarcane plants may result in damage.
Use nozzles that deliver coarse to very coarse droplets
and minimise drift, whilst ensuring complete coverage
of weeds. The Irvin spray boom has been found to be
suitable for the application of Basta in sugarcane. Use
of a bar at the front of the boom to knock down taller
weeds may help ensure good coverage and increase
performance.
Shielded or hooded application:
Refer to recommendations for weed control in Table 1
to check that a label rate in the range 1-5 L/ha for
shielded or hooded applications is suitable for control
of the target weed at its current stage of growth.
Can be applied at all sugarcane stages provided that
the shield is set up so as to completely avoid spray
contact with sugarcane plants.
Use nozzles that deliver coarse to very coarse droplets
and minimise drift, whilst ensuring complete coverage
of weeds. Take care to prevent spray contact with
green cane foliage and avoid contact with growing
point. Excessive contact with sugarcane plants may
result in damage.
Directed, shielded or hooded application:
To avoid potential crop damage refer to the label
sections on:
1. Application;
2. PROTECTION OF CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER
NON-TARGET PLANTS.Page 8
B. COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, NON-AGRICULTURAL AREAS, FENCELINES IN AGRICULTURAL AREAS
and FORESTRY PLANTATIONS
CROP/ WEEDS STATE RATE WHP CRITICAL COMMENTS
SITUATION
Commercial & See list of All 1.0 to 5.0 - Determine the recommended rate of use by considering
industrial areas, weeds States L/ha the criteria WEED SPECIES, WEED STAGE OF
forest plantations, controlled in GROWTH, WEED DENSITY and CLIMATIC
rights-of-way and Table 1. CONDITIONS as described above in Part A of the
other non- Directions for Use table, under Critical Comments.
agricultural areas Warnings: Do not allow spray or spray drift to contact
Fencelines in 8 weeks desirable plants. To avoid potential crop damage, refer to
agricultural areas (G) the label sections on Application and PROTECTION OF
CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER NON-TARGET PLANTS.
Commercial & Volunteer or All Handgun and - Basta is a non-selective herbicide and will affect most
industrial areas, wildling States knapsack weeds. Its forestry use is designed to improve the control
forest plantations, Pinus spp. application of Pinus spp. wildings when pre-plant weed control is
rights-of-way and 500 mL/ 100 L carried out. To broaden the weed spectrum, mixing with
other non- water other herbicides such as glyphosate and metsulfuron-
agricultural areas methyl at labelled rates may be necessary.
APPLICATION
Forestry 5 L /ha Apply with an adjuvant. The addition of an adjuvant e.g.
plantations (pre- Nu-Film® P or Exit® may assist in improving performance.
plant plantation High water volumes or nozzle systems should be used to
establishment) achieve complete coverage of weeds, which is essential
for good control.
Handgun and knapsack rates are based on the
application of 1000 L of spray mixture per sprayed
hectare. This is usually adequate to thoroughly wet
dense stands of weeds. Less dense stands will require
lower water rates. Basta does not provide residual weed
control. Refer also to comments in the General
Instructions which relate to application.
WEED GROWTH STAGE AND CONDITION
Use on Pinus spp. ≤ 15 cm is recommended to maximise
efficacy. Apply when weeds are actively growing.
Results will be reduced if treated plant is under stress due
to very dry, very wet, frosty or diseased conditions.
COVERAGE
Complete coverage of target is essential for good control.
Poor coverage may result in re-growth.
CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
Best results are achieved when applied under warm,
humid conditions (temperatures below 33 °C with a
relative humidity above 50 %). Good results will be
achieved under most other conditions, however poor
results may occur under hot, dry conditions.
Trials have shown better results from autumn and winter
applications than from spring and summer applications.
SYMPTOMS
Visible symptoms will appear within 3 weeks; tree death
may take several months depending on initial coverage
and size of tree. Follow up treatments may be necessary
to control re-growth in some cases.
Line-marking on Turf grasses 250 to 500 mL Refer to General Instructions.
sports grounds and other /100 L water Basta is a non-selective, non-residual herbicide with
weeds limited translocation potential. It is therefore ideally suited
for line-marking on sports fields where precise weed
control is required.
Apply at 6 – 8 week intervals depending on growth of turf.
Apply using single boom or hand wand.Page 9
C. SUMMER FALLOW SITUATIONS
CROP/ WEEDS WEED RATE WHP CRITICAL COMMENTS
SITUATION STAGE
Maintenance of Control of: 2-6 leaf 3.75 L/ ha in 8 weeks (G) Apply to actively growing weeds. Good
summer fallow Annual polymeria, a minimum coverage is essential. Refer
prior to planting; Bellvine, of 100 L ‘Application’ section for details.
Bladder ketmia, water
Cereal grains Caltrop, Do not apply more than three applications
(including wheat, Dwarf amaranth, per season.
barley, oats, maize Field bindweed
and sorghum) (European bindweed), Basta will have an effect on weeds that
Flax-leaf fleabane, are larger than the recommended leaf
Pulses (including Paddy melon, stage, but speed of activity and level of
chickpeas, faba Peach vine, control may be reduced.
beans, field peas, Red pigweed,
lentils, lupins and Rhyncho (Rhyncosia), CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
mungbeans), Sesbania pea, Best results are achieved when Basta
Sowthistle is applied under warm humid
Oilseeds (including (Milk thistle), conditions (temperatures below 33 °C
canola, cotton, Volunteer cotton with a relative humidity above 50 %).
soybeans and (other than Liberty Under any other conditions efficacy and
sunflowers) Link cotton), speed of action may be reduced.
Yellow vine
Do not sow crops Suppression of: Do not apply onto weeds when dew, fog
until 14 days or Chinese lantern or mist is present.
more have elapsed (Wild gooseberry),
after the final Noogoora burr
application. complex
D. OIL TEA TREE, NURSERY STOCK (NON FOOD), FOLIAGE, CUT FLOWERS, WILDFLOWERS
CROP/ WEEDS STATE RATE WHP CRITICAL COMMENTS
SITUATION
Oil tea tree See list of All Boom spray: 8 weeks Apply spray treatment along the sides of crops and
Nursery stock weeds States 1 to 5 L/ha (G) between rows of crops. Avoid overspray or
[(non-food) – controlled in incidental spray drift onto crop, as damage or
seedlings, plugs, Table 1 Hand-gun: death of plants may occur.
potted colour, trees, 300 to 500 Apply as necessary to actively growing weeds up
shrubs, foliage mL/100 L to a maximum three applications per season.
plants, palms, Use suitable ground application equipment.
grasses, fruit trees Ensure equipment is correctly calibrated. Use
(non- bearing)], cut higher rates for perennial grass weeds. Increase
flowers including the application rate as the size of target weeds
wildflowers and increases.
foliage. Only apply spray to actively growing grass weeds
free from environmental stresses.
Wildflower crops Avoid spraying when crops are in flower or fruiting.
[see Note below]
Note: Wildflower crops include
Banksia species (Banksia spp.) – cultivars and hybrids, Berzelia or button brush (Berzelia spp.), Black kangaroo paw (Macropidia spp.)
– cultivars and hybrids, Christmas bells (Blandfordia grandiflora), Christmas bush (Ceratopetalum gummiferum), Geraldton wax and
Waxflower species (Chamelaucium spp.) – cultivars and hybrids, Kangaroo paw (Anigozanthos spp.) – cultivars and hybrids,
Leucadendron species – cultivars and hybrids, Leucospermum species (Leucospermum spp.) – cultivars and hybrids (pincushions),
Protea (Protea spp.) – cultivars and hybrids, Riceflower (Ozothamnus diosmifolius), Waratah species
(Telopea speciosissima) – cultivars and hybrids.
NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR IN ANY MANNER, CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS
AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION.Page 10
Table 1: List of weeds controlled with recommended application rate.
APPLICATION RATE
ANNUAL WEEDS
Refer to maximum rate in Directions for Use table
COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME Boom or Handgun Knapsack
directed sprayer mL/100 L mL/15 L
L/ha
Amaranthus spp. Amaranthus spp. 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Apple of Peru Nicandra physalodes 1.5 to 3.0 300 45
Argentine peppercress Lepidium bonariense 2.0 to 3.0 300 45
Awnless barnyard grass Echinochloa colona 2.5 to 3.5 350 53
Barley grass Hordeum leporinum 2.0 to 3.0 300 45
Barnyard grass Echinochloa crus galli 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Bell vine Ipomoea plebia 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Billy goat weed Ageratum conyzoides 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Bitter cress Cardamine hirsuta 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Black bindweed (buckwheat) Fallopia convolvulus 1.8 to 5.0 500 75
(refer Note 2)
Bladder ketmia Hibiscus trionum 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Bordered panic Entolasia marginata 2.0 to 4.0 400 60
Brome grasses (refer Note 1) Bromus spp. 2.0 to 3.0 300 45
Calopo Calopogonium mucunoides 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Caltrop burr Tribulus terrestris 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Cape weed Arctotheca calendula 1.5 to 5.0 500 75
Clover (subterranean) Trifolium subterraneum 1.8 to 3.0 300 45
Cobbler’s peg Bidens pilosa 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Common morning glory Ipomoea purpurea 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Common storksbill Erodium cicutarium 1.5 to 4.0 400 60
Crowsfoot grass Eleusine indica 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Dead nettle Lamium amplexicaule 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Dwarf crumbweed Chenopodium pumilo 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Fat hen Chenopodium album 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Flax-leaf fleabane Conyza bonariensis 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Fumitory Fumaria officinalis 1.8 to 5.0 500 75
Green crumbweed Chenopodium carinatum 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Lesser canary grass Phalaris minor 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Liverseed grass Urochloa panicoides 1.5 to 5.0 500 75
Medics (annual) Medicago spp. 1.0 to 5.0 500 75
Milk thistle Sonchus oleraceus 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Mint weed Salvia reflexa 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
New Zealand spinach Tetragonia tetragoniodes 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Patterson’s curse Echium plantagineum 1.0 to 3.0 300 45
Peanuts Arachis hypogaea 1.5 to 3.0 300 45
Pigweed Portulaca oleracea 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Pinkburr Urena lobata 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Potato weed Galinsoga parviflora 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Prairie grass (refer Note 1) Bromus unioloides1 4.0 to 5.0 500 75
Prickly lettuce Lactuca serriola 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Red natal grass Rhynchelytrum repens 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Ryegrass (annual) Lolium rigidum 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Saffron thistle Carthamus lanatus 1.5 to 5.0 500 75
St. Barnaby’s thistle Centaurea solstitialis 1.5 to 5.0 500 75
Sago weed Plantago cunninghamii 2.0 to 3.0 300 45
Scarlet pimpernel Anagallis arvensis 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Setaria Setaria italica 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Sheep thistle Carduus tenuiflorus 2.5 to 5.0 500 75
Silver grass Vulpia myuros 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Sorghum/sudax Sorghum bicolor 2.0 to 5.0 500 75Page 11
Square weed Spermacoce latifolia 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Stagger weed Stachys arvensis 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Star of Bethlehem Ipomoea quamoclit 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Summer grass Digitaria ciliaris 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Thickhead Crassocephalum crepidioides 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Three cornered jack Emex australis 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Tomato Lycopersicon esculentum 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Townsville stylo Stylosanthes humilis 1.0 to 3.0 300 45
Turnip weed Rapistrum rugosum 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Variegated thistle Silybum marianum 2.5 to 5.0 500 75
Wheat Triticum aestivum 4.0 to 5.0 500 75
Wild carrot Daucus glochidiatus 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Wild gooseberry Physalis minima 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Wild mustard Sysimbrium orientale 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Wild oats Avena spp. 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Wild radish Raphanus raphanistrum 5.0 500 75
Wireweed Polygonum aviculare 1.5 to 5.0 500 75
PERENNIAL WEEDS
Blady grass Imperata cylindrica 3.0 to 4.0 400 60
Cape tulip Homeria spp. 2.0 to 3.0 300 45
Centro Centrosema pubescens 1.0 to 5.0 500 75
Clover glycine Glycine latrobeana 1.0 to 3.0 300 45
Couch grass Cynodon dactylon 2.5 to 5.0 500 75
Cow pea Vigna unguiculata 1.0 to 3.0 300 45
Giant sensitive plant Mimosa invisa 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Greenleaf desmodium Desmodium intortum 1.0 to 3.0 300 45
Johnson grass Sorghum halepense 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Panicum spp. Panicum spp. 2.0 to 5.0 500 75
Paspalum spp. Paspalum spp. 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Perennial bindweed Convolvulus arvensis 2.0 to 3.0 300 45
Shamrock Oxalis corymbosa 3.0 300 45
Sida weed Sida retusa 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Silver leaf desmodium Desmodium uncinatum 4.0 to 5.0 500 75
Siratro Macroptilium atropurpureum 1.0 to 3.0 300 45
Stink grass Eragrostis cilianensis 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
White clover Trifolium repens 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
White eye Richardia brasiliensis 3.0 to 5.0 500 75
Willow herb Epilobium spp. 4.0 to 5.0 500 75
Notes:
1. Well-established clumps of prairie grass and brome grasses may only be suppressed at these rates. Follow-up
treatments may be necessary to control regrowth.
2. Good control will be achieved on small and medium sized plants only in non-crop situation.Page 12
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Basta is a non-volatile herbicide with non-selective activity against many annual and perennial broadleaf weeds
and grasses. Basta is absorbed by plant foliage and green stems. It is not significantly translocated as an active
herbicide throughout the plant, and therefore will only kill that part of a green plant that is contacted by spray.
Basta does not provide residual weed control. Visible symptoms of control appear in 3 to 7 days, but complete
desiccation may take 20 to 30 days under cool conditions. Best results are achieved when application is made
under good growing conditions. Application to weeds under stress (e.g. due to continuous severe frosts, dry or
waterlogged conditions) should be avoided.
Soil fumigation / sterilisation
Basta is metabolised (broken down) by microorganisms in the soil to become inactive. Soil fumigation or sterilisation will
reduce the number of microorganisms present, thus slowing the breakdown of Basta. As damage to transplants or
seedlings may occur, it is not advisable to apply Basta in conjunction with soil fumigation or sterilisation.
Plastic mulches
Basta will remain active on inert surfaces such as plastic. Special care should be taken when applying Basta over plastic
mulches, as plant contact with the mulch after spraying may result in crop damage.
Compatibility
Basta is compatible with most residual herbicides e.g. simazine, diuron, oxyfluorfen (Goal ®), norfluazuron
(Solicam®) and oryzalin (Surflan®), and with glyphosate and metsulfuron-methyl. The addition of a wetting agent
or other adjuvant is generally not considered necessary, with the exception of the required addition of an adjuvant
to assist in control of Pinus spp. (refer to the Directions for Use table). However, benefit has been obtained using
a wetting agent or adjuvant on hard-to-wet weeds when using water rates in excess of 500 L/ha. The rate is 25
mL/100 L of a 1000 g/L non-ionic wetting agent, or equivalent.
For further information on suitable adjuvants, and compatibility with insecticides and other herbicides contact your
local BASF representative.
Mixing
Basta mixes easily with water. Clean water should always be used for mixing with Basta. Ensure that the spray
tank is free of any residues of previous spray materials.
Two-thirds fill the spray tank with clean water, and with agitator operating add the required amount of Basta. Add
other relevant compatible products. Top the tank up to the required volume with clean water with agitator running.
Application
A. Orchards, plantations, vineyards, sugarcane and other row crops
and
B. Commercial, industrial, non-agricultural areas, fencelines in agricultural areas and forestry
plantations
Apply by ground spraying equipment only. Aim to apply a thorough and even coverage of spray to the target plant.
Dense stands of weeds should be thoroughly wetted with spray. Incomplete coverage may result in poor control.
Equipment set-up should be such that adequate coverage, penetration and volume of spray liquid can be achieved
while the potential for off-target movement is minimised.
Boom, Shielded/Hooded or Directed Sprayer Equipment
Basta should be applied at label rates (refer to specific column in the list of weeds controlled) in sufficient water to
give thorough coverage of weeds. It has been found that 300 to 500 L/ha has given good results under most weed
conditions.
Special care must be taken when using sprayer/slasher combination units not to cause dust and turbulence, which
can carry spray into non-target areas.
For use in sugarcane, shielded or hooded sprayers should be set up in such a way to ensure that no spray
intercepts susceptible parts of the crop being sprayed, but provides good coverage of weeds. Directed sprayingPage 13
equipment should be set up in such a way that practically no spray intercepts susceptible parts of the crop being
sprayed, but provides good coverage of weeds.
Knapsack and Handgun Equipment
Basta should be applied at label rates (refer to specific columns in the list of weeds controlled) in adequate water
to thoroughly wet the weeds being sprayed, i.e. 500 to 1000 L/ha. Dense stands will require up to 1000 L/ha of
spray mixture, whereas less dense stands will require less water. High volume application using hollow-cone
nozzles for hand spraying is recommended.
Controlled Droplet Application (CDA) Equipment
Basta may be applied through CDA row spraying equipment fitted with a solid (impermeable) shroud or skirt, at
rates as recommended for boom or directed sprayers (refer to specific column in the list of weeds controlled),
provided thorough spray coverage of weeds can be achieved. Apply preferably when weeds are less than 15 cm
in height, with the equipment set up so that the spray dome only just touches the tops of the weeds. A total spray
volume of 20 to 30 L/ha has been found to give good results. Do not mix residual herbicides or any spray adjuvants
with Basta when using CDA equipment.
Warning: Because the spray solution is highly concentrated particular care must be taken when using Basta
through CDA equipment to avoid contact of the spray solution with any part of the crop trunk or canopy. DO NOT
apply Basta through equipment fitted with bristle skirts. Particular care should be taken when using CDA equipment
around green or uncalloused bark. Please refer to PROTECTION OF CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER NON-
TARGET PLANTS. CDA equipment must not be used for application in cherry orchards.
C. Summer fallow situations
Apply by ground spraying equipment only. Aim to apply a thorough and even coverage of spray to the target weed.
Incomplete coverage may result in poor control. Equipment set-up should be such that adequate coverage, penetration
and volume of spray liquid can be achieved while the potential for off-target movement is minimised.
Basta should be applied at the recommended rate in sufficient water to give thorough coverage of weeds. Application
volumes of at least 100 L /ha through nozzles that will deliver a MEDIUM spray droplet as defined by ASABE S572
Standard or BCPC Guideline are recommended.
Sprayer clean-up
Clean all equipment after use by thoroughly flushing with water.