docker: production image + Gitea Actions for monthly refresh

Dockerfile: self-contained image with corpus + Chroma + BM25 baked
in. Drawbar's compose pulls + runs without volume mounts. Built from
sources.json (labels schema), PRODUCT_NAME=crop_chem by default,
HYBRID_SEARCH=true (always-on for production quality). RERANK_URL +
OLLAMA_URL get set at compose time.

.gitea/workflows/refresh.yml: monthly cron (1st @ 06:00 UTC) does
full scrape → reindex → image push. Scrapes Bayer (~30 min) +
EPA PPLS row-crop filtered (~7h). Skips reindex+push if no corpus
diff. Tags pushed: :latest, :<sha12>, :corpus-<YYYY.MM.DD>.

.gitea/workflows/image-only.yml: on-demand or auto on code-only
pushes to main (paths: docs_mcp/, rag/, scrape/, requirements.txt,
Dockerfile, sources.json). Reindexes from committed corpus, builds
image, pushes. ~10 min vs ~9h full refresh.

.gitignore: corpus/ now COMMITTED (4,159 labels, 265 MB of .md +
sidecars). Lets image-only.yml rebuild indexes without re-scraping.
chroma/ + bm25/ still gitignored (regenerable binary indexes).

.dockerignore: drops venv, eval results, PLAN/README/CLAUDE.md,
deploy/, .git/ — keeps the image lean. corpus + chroma + bm25
explicitly NOT in dockerignore (those go INTO the image).

Co-Authored-By: Claude Opus 4.7 (1M context) <noreply@anthropic.com>

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+# DUPONT RELIANCE STS HERBICIDE
+
+- EPA Reg No: **352-584**
+- Registrant: CORTEVA AGRISCIENCE, LLC
+- Signal word: Caution
+- Active ingredients: Thifensulfuron (9%); Chlorimuron (16%)
+- Label accepted: 1997-05-06
+- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000352-00584-19970506.pdf
+
+---
+'. 
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+Reliance™ STS® 
+soybean herbicides 
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+"RELIANCE STS" HIGHLIGHTS 
+• RELIANCE STS is available in a measurable 
+form in containers-aswell as in premeasured 
+2.0 ounce Soluble packS. .. . . 
+• RELIANCE provides selective postemergence 
+weed control in soybean varieties designated 
+as "STS". 
+• RELIANCE is applied at a rate of 0.5 ounce 
+per acre. See Rate. 
+• RELIANCE may be tank mixed with ASSURE 
+II, or other products for increased weed 
+control. 
+• Inclyde a spray additive recommended in this 
+label. See Spray Additives. 
+• Include a nitrogen fertilizer (example: 2-4 
+quarts of 28-0-0). See Spray Additives. 
+• May be applied by ground (broadcast or band) 
+or by air~ 
+• For ground application, apply in 10-25 gallons 
+of water at 25-60 psi. Use flat fan nozzles to 
+optimize RELIANCE performance. 
+.• Apply to actively growing weeds at the 
+recommended sizes. See Rate. 
+• Tank mix only with pesticides specified by this 
+or other supplemental labeling. See Tank Mix 
+Applications. 
+• Certain environmental conditions,snch as cool 
+and dry, or hot and humid weather, affect the 
+performance of RELIANCE: See . 
+Environmental Conditions. 
+Consult label text for complete instructions. 
+Always read and follow label directions for use. 
+TABLE OF CONTENTS 
+Precautionary Statements .......... , ................ I 
+. Directions For Use ...................................... 2 
+Application Information ........................ 2 
+When to Apply ....................................... 2 
+Cultivation ............................................. 4 
+Rate anci Weeds Controlled ...................... 2 
+No TilIlConservation Till ......................... 2 
+Spray Additives ..................................... 3 
+Tank Mix Applications ............................. 3 
+Mixing Instructions ................................... 3 
+Application Equiprnlmt ... ::...................... 4 
+Ground Application ............................... 4 
+Aerial Application ................................. 4 
+Environmental Conditions 
+and Biological Activity .......... ~............... 4. 
+Rotational Crop Guidelines ........ ::............... 4 
+. . Sprayer Preparation and Cleanup ............. 5 
+Spray Drift Management ......................... 5 
+Important Precautions ............................. 6 
+InfoanatiQn QnResistant Weeds ................. 6 
+Storage and Disposal......... ............ ........... 6 
+Notice of Warranty................................ 7
+
+) 
+) 
+c[UPONP 
+Reliance™ STS® 
+soybean herbicide 
+Dry Flowable 
+Active Ingredients: By Weight 
+Thifensulfuron methyl 
+Methyl 3-[[[[( 4-methoxy-6-methyl-l .3,5-
+triazin-2-yl)aminojcarbonyljaminoj 
+sulfonylj-2-thiophenecarboxylate 9.0% 
+Chlorimuron Ethyl 
+Ethyl 2-[[[[( 4-chloro-6-methoxypyrimidin-
+2-yl,) aminojcarbonyljaminojsulfonylj-
+benzoate 16.0% 
+Inert Ingredients 75.0% 
+TOTAL 100.0% 
+EPA Reg. No. 352 - 584 
+U.S. Patent No. 4,547,215, 4,481,029 &4,394,506' 
+FOR USE ONLY ON SOYBEAN VARIETIES 
+DESIGNATED AS "STS". 
+• Application to soybean varieties not 
+designated as "STS" will result in severe crop 
+injury and/or yield loss. 
+• DuPont will not warrant the safety of this 
+treatment to seed saved from previous year's 
+production (bin run seed). 
+• These "STS" varieties must be purchased 
+from an authorized seed supplier. 
+• The "STS" designation indicates the soybean 
+variety contains a proprietary trait that . 
+enhances the soybean's natural tolerance to 
+DuPont soybean sulfonylurea herbicides. 
+Information on "STS" soybean varieties may 
+be obtained from your seed supplier or 
+DuPont representative. 
+-----'-J CCEJ?TED 
+MAY ~6 1M? 
+.31/ D 
+r---------------------------, 
+1 
+KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 
+CAUTION 
+. PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 
+HAZARDS TO HUMANS 
+AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 
+Caution! May be harmful if absorbed through skin. 
+Causes (moderate) eye injury (irritation). 
+Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Wash 
+thoroughly with soap and water after handling. 
+STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 
+IF IN EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water. Call a 
+physician if irritation persists. 
+IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get 
+medical attention. . 
+For medical emergencies involving this 
+product, cal/ tal/-free 1-800-441-3637. 
+PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 
+Applicators and other handlers must wear: 
+Long-sleeved shirt and long pants. 
+Waterproof gloves. 
+Shoes plus socks. 
+Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining 
+PPE. If no such instructions for wasbables, use detergent 
+and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other 
+laundry. 
+ENGINEERING CONTROL STATEMENTS 
+When handlers use closed systems, enclosed cabs or 
+aircraft in a manner that meets the requirements listed in 
+the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) for agricultural 
+pesticides [40 CFR part 170Sedion 170.240 (d)(4-6)], the 
+handler PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as 
+specified in the WPS. 
+USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 
+USERS SHOULD: Wash hands before eating, 
+drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the 
+toilet. 
+ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 
+ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 
+Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface 
+water is present, or to intertidal areas below the mean high 
+water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of 
+equipment wash waters.
+
+) 
+-DIRECTIONS FOR USE 
+It is a violation offederallaw to use this product in a 
+manner inconsistent with its labeling. 
+Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers 
+or other persons, either directly or through drift. Only 
+protected handlers may be in the area during application. 
+For anyrequirementSsi£tificto· your Siate oiTnbe, consolt· 
+the agency responsible for pesticide regulation. 
+AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 
+Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and 
+with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR part 170. 
+This Standard contains requirements for the protection of 
+agricultural workers on fanns, forests, nurseries, and 
+greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural pesticides: It 
+contains requirements for training, decontamination, 
+notification, and emergency assistance. It also contains 
+specific instructions and exceptions pertaining to the 
+statements on this label about personal protective 
+equipment(pPE) and restricted-entry interval. The 
+requirements in this box only apply to uses of this 
+product that are covered by the Worker Protection 
+Standard. 
+Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas 
+during the restricted entry interval (REI) of 12 hours. 
+PPE required for earlyentitlo treated areas thatis 
+permitted under the Worker Protection Standard and that 
+involves contact with anything that has been treated, such 
+as pJants? soil, or water, is: 
+Coveralls. 
+Waterproof Gloves 
+Shoes plus socks. 
+Cultivation 
+A timely cultivation may be necessary to control suppressed 
+weeds, weeds that were beyond the maximum size at the 
+time of application, or weeds ~ihat emerge after an 
+application of RELIANCE. 
+Do not cultivate before, during, orwithin 7 days after the 
+·application. Cultivation maydecrease weed control by 
+pruning roots and placing the weed under stress. 
+• The hesctime to cultivate is approximately 14 days after 
+application. 
+Rate and Weeds Controlled 
+Apply RELIANCE STS at a rate of 0.5 ounce per acre or at 
+a rate of one soluble pack per 4 acres for selective 
+postemergenee broadleaf weed control. 
+When applied as directed, RELIANCE will control the 
+following weeds: 
+Height (incbes) 
+Weeds Controlled at A 22lication 
+Annual SmartweedS 2-8 
+Cocklebur 2-6 
+Common Milkweed 
+(above ground portion onl~) 2-6 
+Common Ragweed 1-3 
+Jimsonweed 2-5 
+Larnb!9uarters 2-4 
+Marestail 2-5 
+Pigweed species 2-12 
+Velvetleaf 2-6 
+Wild Mustard u2 to 4" in dia. 
+Wild Sunflower 2-8 
+Height (roches) 
+) APPLICATION INFORMATION Weeds SU22ressed* at A22lication 
+Monningglory species DuPont REUANCE soybean herbicide is a convenient 
+dispersible granule formulation which readily dissolves in water. 
+. Make only one application of RELIANCE per season. 
+When to Apply 
+RELIANCE performs best when applied to small weeds a few 
+weeks after planting. 
+Timing to Crop Stage 
+Entireleaf 1-2 
+Ivyleaf 1-2 
+Pitted 1-2 
+Srnall6Qwer 
+Tall ---- . 
+Yellow nulSed e 
+'" Weed suppression is a visual uction in weed competition (reduced 
+-population, size, and/or vigor) as compared to an untreated area. Degree of 
+control can be increased by treating weeds when actively growing and not 
+. under stress. 
+No- Till/Conservation Till 
+• RELIANCE may be applied any time after the first 
+trifoliate has opened but no later than 60 days before 
+soybean maturity. 
+Timing 10 Weeds 
+~ __ RElJANc:~ lI\~y be used for postemerEenee weed control 
+in no-till/conservation till operations. A bumdown treatment 
+• Apply RELIANCE when weeds are young and actively 
+growing (after the first trueh,aves bave expanded, but before 
+the weeds exceed the size indicated in the table below). 
+Applications made to weedslhat are in the cotyledon stage, 
+larger than the size indicated, or to weeds under stress may 
+result in unsatisfactory control. .. .. _. . 
+2 
+is recommended before planting. . 
+RELIANCE may be used alone or tank mixed with 
+postemergence grass herbicides such as DuPont ASSUREII 
+Herbicide for total postemergence weed control. 
+• ••• ___ ••• L .,
+
+) 
+) 
+Spray Additives 
+Applications of RELIANCE must include a crop oil 
+concenlIate and an ammonium nitrogen fertilizer. Refer to the 
+00 Pont blllietin "Approved Adjuvants for Use with Du Pont ... 
+Row crop and Cereal Herbicides" for a list of approved 
+adjuvants and suggested ~se rates for .RE.LIANCE. 
+Products that combine ammonium fertilizers with surfactants 
+or crop oils must meet all of the surfactant/crop oil and 
+ammonium nitrogen fertilizer requirements. 
+REUANCE +100zof"Assure"Ilperacre 
+Grass Size (Height) inches 
+rhizome johnsongrass 10 - 24 
+• Include a crop oil concenlIate with the tank mix of 
+REUANCE and postemergence grass herbicides. Use the 
+rate listed in the Soybean Spray Additives section. 
+• RELIANCE may be tank mixed with other grass herbicides 
+such as Poast Plus', Select', Fusion', or Fusilade' 2000. Read 
+and follow label directions for any tank mix produCL 
+Crop OilCi:/ncentrati-
+. - ---- ----+. Under certain coiHlifiansRELIANCEmay reduce the 
+• Apply crop oil concenlIate at 8 pt per 100 gal of spray 
+solution (1.0% v/v). -
+• Use a good-quality, petroleum·based or methylated seed oil­
+based crop oil concenlIate with at least 14% emulsifiers and 
+80% oil. 
+Ammonium Nitrogen Fertilizer 
+In addition to a crop oil concenlIate, an ammonium nitrogen 
+fertilizer 1s _required. 
+• Use a high-quality, liquid nitrogen fertilizer such as 28-0-0 at 
+a rate of 4-8 pt per acre, ora 10-34-0 at a rate of2-4 pt per 
+acre. 
+• Alternatively, a high-quality, sprayable grade of ammonium _ 
+sulfate (21-0-0) may be used at arateo£;!-4lb per acre. . 
+• Use the lower rate of fertilizer for spray volumes of less than 
+15 gal peraere. 
+TANK MIX APPLICATIONS 
+RELIANCE AND 
+POSTEMERGENCE GRASS HERBICIDES 
+RELIANCE may be tank mixed with 
+posternergence grass herbicides such as Ou Pont 
+ASS~ II Herbicide. 
+The types of grass present determine the amount of ASSURE II 
+to be tank mixed with REUANCE. When applied as directed, 
+a tank mix of RELIANCE and ASSURE II will control the 
+following grasses: 
+REUANCE +5 ozof"Assure"Il per acre 
+Grass ~ize (Height) inches 
+Volunteer Com 6 - 18 
+Shattercane 6 -12 
+Giant Foxtail 2 - 4 (pretiller) 
+Seedling Johnsongrass 2-8 
+REUANCE + 70z of "Assure "II per acre 
+Grass . . Size(H eight) inches 
+Giant Foxtail 4 - 8 
+Wild Proso Millet 2 - 6 
+REUANCE +8 oz of "Assure "II per acre 
+Grass ..... -. - Size (Height) inches 
+Fall Panicum 2 - 6 
+Green Foxtail 2-4 
+Bristly Foxtail 2-4 
+Field Sandbur 2.6 
+Volunteer Cereals 2-6 
+Witchgrass 2.6 
+Wild Oat 2-6 
+3 
+activity of the grass hemicide. The broadleaf activity of 
+RELIANCE will nat be affected. . .. . . 
+• For best results apply RELIANCE either 7 days before or I 
+day after the grass herbicide. Refer to the grass herbicide label 
+for precautions and specific use information. 
+RELIANCE + Cobra' 
+Waterhemp and Nightshade 
+Tank Mix PrecauihJns 
+Do not tank mix REUANCE with any other pesticide or spray 
+adjuvant except as specified on this or other supplemental 
+labeling. 
+MIXING INSTRUCTIONS 
+1. Fill the tank 114 to l/3 full of water. 
+2. While agitating, add the required amount of RELIANCE. 
+3. Continue agitation untIl the RELIANCE is fully dispersed, at 
+least 5 minutes. 
+4. REUANCE should he thoroughJy mixed with water in 
+the spray tank hefore adding any other material. As the 
+tank is filling, add the required spray adjuvants (Crop Oil 
+Concentrate. nonionic surfactant, liquid nitrogen fertilizer, or 
+ammonium sulfate). 
+5. If the mixture is not continuously agitated, settling will occur. 
+If settling occurs, thoroughly re-agitate before using. 
+6. Apply RELIANCE spray pieparaliori:wlthin 24houfS of 
+mixing toavoid product degradation. 
+7_If the mixture bas serrIed, thoroughly reagitate before using. 
+8. If REUANCE and a tank mix partner are to be applied in 
+_ mui1iple loads, pre-slurry the REUANCE in clean water prior 
+to ad~in~to the taI]k. This :vii) p,:,ventthe tank mix partner 
+from mterrenng WIth the dIssolutIOn of the RELIANCE.
+
+) 
+) 
+Additional Use and Handling Information for 
+RELIANCE STS When Packaged in Water 
+Soluble Packets 
+Soluble Packs are contained in waterproof, resealable plastic 
+bags, with plastic bags enclosed in a cardboard box. The 
+individual Soluble Packs will dissolve completely in water. 
+Open rhe outer resealaole plaitic bag, remove tli" requUed 
+number of Soluble Packs for the application rate of one 2.0 
+ounce Soluble Pack per 4 treated acres and follow the mixing 
+instructions above. 
+Precautions: 
+The outer reseal able plastic bag is NOT soluble in water. 
+DO NOT place it in the spray tank. 
+• Excessive handling of the packs, or exposure to moistnre, 
+will cause breakage. 
+• Do not touch the packs with wet hands or place them on wet 
+surfaces. 
+~-- ----~-- --
+• Prqtect unused Soluble Packs by resealing them in the 
+resealable bag. 
+APPLICATION EQUIPMENT 
+Ground Application 
+(See Also Spray Drift Management) 
+Broadcast Application 
+• Use a minimum of 10 gal water per acre. 
+Under heavy weed pressure or dense crop foliage, increase 
+minimum spray volume to 15-25 gal peiacre. 
+Use flat fan nozzles at 25-60 psi for RELIANCE 
+applications. 
+Do not use flood, rain drop, whirl chamber, or controlled 
+droplet applicator (CDA) type nozzles. Unacceptable crop 
+injury, excessive spray drift, or poor weed control may result 
+For proper spray coverage adjust the boom and nozzle height 
+according to the specifications listed by rhe nozzle 
+manufactnrer. 
+Band Application 
+Because band applicators spray a narrower area than 
+broadcast applicators, use proportionately less spray solution 
+for band applications. . 
+Carefully calibrate the band applicator to not exceed rhe 
+labeled rate. 
+Flat fan nozzles are recommended. 
+Carefully follow rhe nozzle manufacturer's instructions for 
+nozzle orientation, distance of tile nozzles from the crop arid 
+weeds, spray volumes, calibration, and spray pressure for 
+band applications. 
+For additional information on rOW banders, see DuPont 
+bulletin, "Application Accuracy - Row Banders." 
+4 
+Aerial Application 
+(See Also Spray Drift Management) 
+Use nozzle types and arrangements that will provide for 
+optimum spray distribution and maximum coverage at 
+5 to 10 GPA. 
+Do not apply during aterIlperature-inversion 
+condition, when winds are gusty, or when other 
+conditions will favor poor coverage and/or off­
+target spray movement. 
+Use a minimum of 5 gallons of water per acre. 
+ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 
+AND BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITY 
+RELIANCE rapidly inhibits the growth of susceptible 
+weeds. Leaves of susceptible plants yellow 3-5 days after 
+application, followed. in controlled plants, by the death of 
+the growing point RELIANCE will provide complete 
+control of susceptible weeds in 7-21 days. Suppressed plants 
+may remain green but will be stunted and noncompetitive. 
+RELIANCE will provide best results when applied to 
+young, actively growing weeds_ Degree of control 
+depends on: weed spectrum; weed size (if weeds are 
+large, use higher spray volume); growing conditions at 
+and following treatment; soil moisture; precipitation; 
+and spray adjuvants. Treating weeds under stress or large 
+weeds may reSult in only parna! control. Stress may be 
+caused by: 
+• abnormal weather (hot or cold) 
+mechanical injury frpmcultivatiQn 
+drought 
+water-saturated soil 
+• disease 
+insect injury 
+prior herbicide injury 
+Stre$S affects som~ weeds, such as pigweed, more than others. 
+Delay application until stress passes and weeds start to grow 
+again. 
+Severe stress (drought, disease, insect damage, or nulrient 
+deficiency stich as iron chlorosis) following application may 
+also result in poor weed control. . 
+Do not apply RELIANCE if rain is expected within 
+1 hour or weed control may decrease.
+
+) 
+) 
+. ROTATIONAL CROP GUIDELINES 
+The following rotational intervals mustbe observedwoen 
+using RELIANCE on STS soybeans: . .. 
+SPRAYER PREPARATION AND CLEANUP 
+Pnor to application of R:ELLllic:E, st.rtwitl! cl~an: w~ll 
+. inainwned application equipment I!1lIlidiately following 
+Crop application, thoroughly clean all application equipment 
+Postponing action, even for a few hours, only makes effective Rotational Interval In· Months 
+Soybeans cleanup more difficult Failure to clean spraying equipment 
+Cereal Grains thoroughly may result in injury to subsequently sprayed crops. 
+Anytime 
+Pasture Grasses When spraying multiple loads of RELIANCE over an extended 
+(such as Fescue and Ryegrnss) 3 period of time, rinse the equipment with clean water at the end 
+Peanut 6 of the day. Leave water in the equipment overnight to prevent 
+:..Fl:::· e~ld:,:C::::o",rn=(IR=) __ ~,-,,-,-,,_,-,--,-= .. ..::8,--,----,-,--,-~ . deposits from drying on surfa.:es. 
+Alfalfa When applications of RELIANCE are completed and prior to 
+Clover 
+Cotton 
+Cucumber 
+Dry Beans 
+Field Corn"" 
+Kidney )l~ns 
+Peas 
+Popcorn 
+Pumpkin 
+Rice 
+Snap Beans 
+Sorghum 
+Sunflower 
+Sweet Corn" 
+Tobacco (transplant) 
+Tomato (fransplant) 
+Watermelon 
+Cabbage 
+Canola (Rapeseed) 
+Flax 
+Lentils 
+Mustard 
+Carrots 
+Onions 
+Potatoes 
+Sugar Beets 
+Any Crop Not Listed 
+9" 
+18 
+30 
+* If applied after August I, extend rotational crop intervals for a 
+crops currently listed at 9 months to I] months. 
+**The term Ilfield Com" is defined to include only that _com grown 
+for grain or silage or tor seed com relative to the-Rotational Crop 
+Guidelines section oftflis label. 
++ Rotational crop intervals are for processing Sweet Corn varieties 
+only. The rotational crop interval for other Sweet C~m varieties 
+is 18 months. 
+using the. sprayer and associated eguil'ment for other products or 
+for crops other than soybeans, thoroughly clean the equipment 
+using the procedure below. 
+STEP 1. Drainspray equipment Thorooghly rinse spraye~, and 
+flUSh hoses, boom l!lld nOZZles with clean water. 
+Loosen and physically remove visible deposits. 
+STEP 2. Fin thesprayer With dean Water and add hOl!$OhoJd 
+... anunonia(one gallon of3% active for every 100 
+gallons of water) or correct amount of a DuPont 
+approved cleaner*. Flush hoses, boom and nozzles. 
+Tum off the boom and top off the tank with clean 
+water. C"rrcula.te through the spraying System for 15 
+minutes. Flush the hoSes, bo<:>m and nozzles with the 
+Cleaning sOlution. Drain iIie tank.· .. 
+. STEP 3. Remove and clean nozzle, screens and strainers in a 
+bucket of fresh cleaner and water. 
+5 
+STEP 4. Repeat STEP 2. 
+STEp· 5. Thoroughly rinse the sprayer, hoses, boom and nozzles 
+. with clean water, several times. 
+Clean alr other associated appliCation equipment Take all 
+necessary safety precautions when cleaning equipment Do not 
+clean near wells, water sources or near desirable vegetation. 
+Dispose of waste rinse wattr in accordance with local 
+regulations. 
+'" For additional infonnation on sprayer cleanup and a listing of DoPont­
+approved c~eaners. see DuPont ~~netin "A G~ide To Application 
+Equip~ent Cleanout For DuPont S!llfonyl~rea Herbicides".
+
+) 
+) 
+SPRAY DRIFT MANAGEMENT 
+The interaction ofniarWeqiJipment arid weather-related factors 
+determines the potential for spray drift. The applicator is 
+responsible for considering all these factors when making 
+application decisions. . -
+AVOIDING SPRAY DRlFf IS TIlE RESPONSIBlLITY OF 
+TIlE APPLICATOR. 
+IMPORTANCE OF DROPLET SIZE 
+The most effective way ioreduce drift potential is to apply large 
+Note: Local terrain can influence wind patterns. Every 
+applicator should be familiar with local wind patterns and how 
+they affect spray dilti. _. . . . -
+TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY 
+When making applications inhot anddry conditions, set up 
+-equipment to produce largercti6pleiS-to reduce effects of -­
+evaporation. 
+TEMPERATURE INVERSIONS 
+droplets (>150 - 200 mlCrons). The best drift management Drift potential is high during a temperature inversion. 
+strategy is to apply the largest droplets that provrde sufficient TemperatUre inverSioils restiicfvertiChl air mixing, which causes 
+coverage and control. The presence of sensitive species nearby, small suspended droplets to remain dose to the ground and 
+the environmental conditions, arid pest pressure may affecthow move laterally in a concentrated cloud. Temperature inversions 
+an applicator balances drift control and coverage. APPLYING are characterized by increasing temperature with altitude and are 
+LARGER DROPLETS REDUCES DlUFfPOTEN11AL, BUT commonOfi nights with limited doud cover and light to no 
+WILL NOT PREVENT DRlFf IF APPLICATIONS ARE wind. They begin to form as the sun sets and often continue into 
+MADE IMPROPERLY OR UNDER UNF:A YORABLE the moming. Their presence can be indicated by ground fog; 
+ENVIRONMENTAL CONDIDONS! See Wind, however, if fog is not presen~ inversions can also be identified 
+Ternpebiure and HuDliillti, afidT-eniperalUrefuversfOiiS --- -oylhe movement of smoke from a ground source or an aircrnft 
+sections of this label. smoke generator. Smoke that layers and moves laterally in a 
+Controlling Droplet Size - General Techniques 
+• Volume - Use high flow rate nozzles to apply the highest 
+practical spray volume. Nozzles with higher rated flows 
+produce larger droplets. 
+Pressure - Use the lower spray pressures recommended for 
+the nozzle. Higher pressure reduces droplet size and does not 
+improve canopy penetration. WHEN IDGHER FLOW 
+RATES ARE NEEDED, USEAIDGHER-CAPAClTY· 
+NOZZLE INSTEAD OF INCREASING PRESSURE. 
+Nozzle Type - Use a nozzle type that is designed for the 
+intended application. With most nozzle types, narrower spray 
+angles produce larger droplets. Consider using low-drift 
+nozzles. 
+Controlling Droplet Size - Aircraft 
+Number of Nozzles - Use the mirtimum number of nozzles 
+with the highest flow rate that provide uniform coverage. 
+Nozzle Orientation - Orienting nozzles so that the spray is 
+emitted backwards, parallel to the airstream will produce 
+larger droplets than other orientations. 
+Nozzle Type - Solid stream nozzles (such as disc and core 
+with swirl plate removed) oriented straight back produce 
+larger-droplets than other nozzle types. 
+Boom Length - The boom length should not exceed 3/4 of 
+the wing or rotor length- longer booms increase drift 
+potentiaL 
+Application Height - Application more than 10 ft above the 
+canopy increases the potential for spray drift 
+BOOM HEIGHT 
+Setting the bOOin at the lowest labeled heighi\if speCified) 
+which provides uniform coverage reduces the exposure of 
+droplets to evaporation and wind. For ground equipment, the 
+boom should remain level with the crop and have minimal 
+bounce. 
+WIND 
+Drift potential increases at wind speeds ofless than 3 mph (due 
+to inversion potential) or more than 10 mph. However, many 
+factors, including droplet size and equipment type determine 
+drift potential at any giverlwind speed. AVOID GUSTY OR . 
+WINDLESS CONDmONS. 
+6 
+concentrated cloud (under low wind conditions) indicates an 
+inversion, while smoke that moves upward and rapidly 
+dissipates indicates good vertical air mixing. 
+SHIELDED SPRAYERS 
+Shielding the boom or individual nozzles can reduce the effects 
+of wind. However, it is the responsibility of the applicator to 
+verify that the shields are preventing drift and not interfering 
+with uniform deposition-of the product 
+AIR ASSISTED (AIR BLAST) 
+FIELD CROP SPRAYERS 
+Air assiSted field crop sprayers cany droplets to the target via a 
+downward directed air stream.S()IDe may reduce the potential 
+for drift, but if a sprayer is unsuitable for the application and/or 
+set up improperly, high drift potential can result It is the 
+responsibility of the applicator to determine that a sprayer is 
+suitable for the intended application, is configured properly, and 
+that drift is not occurring. -
+Note: Air assisted field sprayers can affect product performance 
+by affecting spray coverage and canopy penetration. Consult 
+the application eqUipment section ·of this label to determine if 
+use of an air assisted sprayer is recommended. 
+AIR ASSISTED (AIR BLAST) 
+TREE AND VINE SPRAYERS 
+Air assistea tree and vine sprayeriCany droplets into the canopy 
+of trees and vines via a radially or laterally directed air stream. 
+These sprayers are not suitable for applying herbicides. 
+In addition to the general drift management principles already 
+described, the following specific practices will further reduce the 
+potential for drift.: 
+• Adjust deflectors and aiming devices so that spray is only 
+directed into the canopy. 
+Bfr.?fkr!.IfJgzl'!§!tsJ.ypi1Jl~cLngzz/e~ __ wb~!11h(!!g 1$ 00 ____ _____ _ 
+overhanging canopy. -
+Use only eTUJugh air volume to penetrate the canopy and 
+provide good coverage. 
+Do not aI/ow spray to go beyond the edge of the cultivated 
+area .. SEray the outside row only from outside the planting.
+
+) 
+) 
+1MPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 
+Do not graze treated fields or harvest for forage or hay. 
+Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation 
+equipment 
+Injury to or loss of desirable trees or vegetation may result from 
+failure to observe the following: 
+• Do not apply RELIANCE-ordrain or flllsh equipment on or -
+near desirable trees or other plants, on areas where their roots 
+may extend, or in locations where the chemical may be 
+washed or moved into contact with their roots. 
+Do not use on lawns, walks, driveways, tennis courts or 
+similar areas. 
+Many crops are sensitive to RELIANCE. All direct or 
+indirect contact (such as spray drift) with crops other than 
+soybeans should be avoided. 
+• Thoroughly clean all application equipment immediately after 
+use ahd-prior to spraying crops other than soybeans. 
+RELIANCE is for use only on soybean varieties 
+designated as "STS". 
+INFORMATION ON RESISTANT WEEDS 
+When herbicides with the same mode of action are used 
+repeatedly over several years to controL the same weed 
+STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 
+Storage: Store product in original container only. Do not 
+contaminate water, other pesticides, fertilizer, food or feed 
+in storage. 
+Product Disposal: Do not contaminate water, food or 
+feed by disposal. Waste resulting from the use of this 
+product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste 
+disposal facility . 
+Container Disposal: Triple rinse (or equivalent), then 
+offer for recycling or reconditioning, or puncrore and 
+dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or, if 
+allowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If 
+burned, stay out of smoke. 
+Container Disposal (Water-soluble Packet Packaging): 
+Do not reuse the outer box or the resealable plastic bag. 
+When all water-soluble packets are used, the outer 
+packaging should be clean and may be disposed of in a 
+sanitary landfill or by incineration, or if allowed by state 
+and local authorities, by open burning. If burned, stay out 
+of smoke. If the resealable plastic bag contacts the 
+formulated product in any way, the bag must be triple­
+rinsed with clean water. Add the rinsate to the spray tank 
+and dispose of the outer wrap as descrihed above. 
+species in the same field, naroraIIy-occurring resistant weed Notice to Buyer: Purchase of this material does not 
+biotypes may survive a correctly applied herbicide confer any rightsunder patents of countries outside of the 
+treatment, propagate, and become dominant in that field. United States_ Use of this quantity of!"lrchased 
+These resistant weedlllotypes may iiOroe adequati:Iy- - -- -RELIANCE STS soybean herbicideis permitted under claim 
+controned. Culroral practices such as tillage, preventing 24 du.s. Patent 5,084,082. -
+weed escapes from going to seed, and using herbicides with 
+different modes of action within and between crop seasons 
+can aid in delaying the proliferation and possible dominance 
+of herbicide resistant weed biotypes. 
+Integrated Pest Management 
+DuPont recommends the use of Integrated Pest Management 
+(!PM) programs to control pe.sts. This product may be used 
+as part of an Integrated Pest Management (!PM) program 
+which can include biological, culroral, and genetic practices 
+aimed at preventing economic pest damage. AppliCation of­
+this product should be based on !PM principles and 
+practices Including field scouting or other detection 
+methods, correct target pest identification, population 
+monitoring, and treating when targetpestpopulaiions reach 
+locally determined action thresholds. Consult your state 
+cooperative extension service. professional consu-ltantS or 
+other qualified authoriGes to determine appropriate action 
+treatment threshold levels for treating specific pestlcrpl? or 
+site systems in your area: 
+7
+
+) 
+) 
+LIMITATION OF 
+.. 
+WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 
+NOTICE: Read This Limitation ofWananty arid 
+Liability Before Buying or Using This Product. If the . 
+Terms Are Not Acceptable, Return the Product at Once, 
+Unopened, and the Purchase Price Will Be Refunded. 
+It is impossible to eliminate all risks associated wIth the·· 
+use of this product. Such risks arise from weather 
+conditions, soil factors, off target movement, 
+unconventional farming techniques, presence of other 
+materials, the manner of USc or application, or other 
+unknown factors, all of which are beyond the control of 
+DuPont. These risks can cause: ineffectiveness of the 
+produc~ crop injury, or; injury to non-target crops or 
+plants. 
+DuPont does not agree to be an insurer of these risks. 
+WHEN YOU BUY OR USE THIS PRODUCT, YOU 
+AGRlill TO ACCEPT THESE RISKS. 
+DuPont wanants that this product confonms to the 
+chemical description on the label thereof and is 
+reasonably fit for the purpose stated in the Directions for 
+Use, subject to the inherent risks described above, when 
+used in accordance with the Directions for Use under 
+normal conditions. 
+DUPONT MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS OR ~ 
+IMPLIED W ARRANJY OF FITNESS OR OF 
+MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER EXPRESS 
+OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. 
+IN NO EVENT SHALL DUPONT OR SELLER BE 
+LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, ~ 
+CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES . 
+RESULTING FROMTHE USE OR HANDLING OF 
+THIS PRODUCT. BUYER'S OR USER'S 
+BARGAINED·FOR EXPECTATION IS CROP 
+PROTECTION. THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF 
+THE USER OR BUYER AND THE EXCLUSIVE 
+LIABILITY OF DUPONT OR SELLER, FOR ANY 
+AND ALL CLAIMS, LOSSES, INJURIES OR 
+DAMAGES (INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED ON 
+BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONTRACT, 
+NEGLIGENCE, TORT OR STRICT LIABILITY). 
+WHETHER FROMFAILtJRE TO PERFORM OR 
+INJURY TO CROPS OR OTHER PLANTS, AND 
+RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF 
+THIS PRODUCT. SlIALL !lETHE RETURN OF TIfE­
+PURCHASE PRICE OFTHE PRODUCT, OR-AT THE 
+ELECTIONOFDU1'm,nJRSELLER.THE ~~ --­
+REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT. 
+DuPont or its Authorized Retailer must have prompt 
+notice of any claim so that an immediate -inspection of 0 
+buyers or users growing crops can be made. Buyer and 
+all users shall promptly notify DuPont or a DuPont 
+Authorized Retailer of any claims, whether based on 
+contract~ negligence, strict liability, other tort or 
+otherwise or be barred from any remedy. 
+This Limitation of Warranty and Liability may ~noi be 
+amended by any oral or written agreement. 
+~~ 1. Registered Trademark ofBASF 
+2. Registered Trademark of Valent USA 
+3. Registered Trademark of Zeneca Inc. 
+SL - 267-1 9126 9/26/96 
+© 1996 E. I.du Ponfde-Nemours and Company, AgricnItur:li Products, Wilmington, Delaware 19898 
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