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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops PRODUCT LAUNCH PRESENTATION MARCH 2009

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

PRODUCT LAUNCH PRESENTATION

MARCH 2009

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

A new addition, to the Activist range of Rapid Uptake & Sustained Release

high analysis suspension fertilisers

Activist REDLaunched, early-2009

Activist ZincLaunched, mid-2007

Activist MAX zincLaunched, mid-2008

Activist MAG-FLO Launched, late-2008

2009

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

AGENDA• Role of copper in plant growth• Copper deficiency symptoms• Nitrogen induced copper deficiency• Broadacre crop copper removal figures• Activist - foliar nutrition technology• Key benefits• Comparative copper analysis• Field trial results• Field trial - Coonalpyn wheat• Application rates and information• Summary• Additional information

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

COPPER is essential for the production of key enzymes responsible for photosynthesis

COPPER is generally

considered to be an

immobile plant nutrient and

is therefore, unable to be

readily translocated from the

older leaves to the growing

tips.

TIP: To identify Copperdeficiency, look at the newleaves first - in particular look for stunted growth.

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Copper deficiency symptoms are usually found in younger leaves

Role of Copper in plant growth

COPPER is essential for the production of lignin, leading to reduced lodging

COPPER is essential for fruit and grain setting and filling

COPPER leads to increased lignification, enhancing resistance to nematodes and root diseases.

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

COPPER is generally

considered to be an

immobile plant nutrient and

is therefore, unable to be

readily translocated from the

older leaves to the growing

tips.

TIP: To identify Copperdeficiency, look at the newleaves first - in particular look for stunted growth.

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Copper deficiency symptoms are usually found in younger leaves

Role of Copper in plant growth

Copper deficiency in wheat

Copper deficient asian vegetable

COPPER is essential for the production of key-enzymes responsible for photosynthesis

COPPER is essential for fruit and grain setting and filling

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Common copper deficiency symptoms include:• scorching of leaf tips• deformed new growth• pale-yellowing of shoots• twisting intertwined growth• severe lodging in cereals• colourless bent heads in cereals - “whiplash”

COPPER DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMSCommon in a wide range of crops

Legume Cereal

Copper deficient Peanut plant Copper deficient Wheat crop

Image from - Micronutrients for Sustainable Food, Feed, Fibre and Bioen-ergy Production - IFA, 2008

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

COPPER DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMSCommon in a wide range of crops

Vegetable Fruit

Copper deficient Potato plant Copper deficient Citrus plant

Common copper deficiency symptoms include:• scorching of leaf tips• deformed new growth• pale-yellowing of shoots• twisting intertwined growth• severe lodging in cereals• colourless bent heads in cereals - “whiplash”

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Nitrogen induced Copper deficiency

Common in a wide range of crops

• The application of excessive Nitrogen, particularly in the form of Ammonia oftenleadstoN-inducedCopperdeficienciesduetohighN:Curatio.

• During periods of rapid plant growth, particularly in spring the uptake of CopperisofteninhibitedbyexcessiveNitrogen.

• Slower release forms of Copper are more suitable for ensuring a more constantuptakeofCopper,reducingtheriskofdeficiencies.

• Activist RED enables a large proportion of a plants Copper requirements to beappliedatoncewithreducedphytotoxicityrisks.

• Activist RED is compatible with a commonly used Nitrogen source - UAN (Urea Ammonium Nitrate) for ‘down the tube’ applications, further addressing theCopperrequirementsofagivencrop.

• It is important to note that small amounts of Nitrogen actually improve the uptakeandmetabolismofCopper.(ActivistREDcontains6.9%Nitrrogen)

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Broadacre crop Copper removal figures

CROP TYPE Copper Removal(g/T)

Wheat 4.5

Barley 5

Oats 5

Canola 6

Chickpea 7

Field Peas 5

Lupins 5

Depending on the intensity of cropping, continual cropping is responsible for ‘mining’ significantamountsofnativeCopperandifthesereservesarenotreplenished,majorlossesinproductioncanbeexpected.

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Activist RED incorporates Agrichem’s foliar nutrition technologies including:• Superior particle sizing with finer and more uniform composition

• Addition of a range of proprietary adjuvants including penetrants and dispersal agents

• Produced in ISO9000 accredited production facilities

• Agrichem’s innovative ACTIVIST TECHNOLOGY

Plant Plant leaf Leaf cross-section Leaf cuticle cross-section

Cuticle

Upper epidermisPalisade mesophyll cell

Xylem

Phloem

Lower epidermisSpongy mesophyll cellGuard cell

Cuticle

Stoma

Fertiliser droplet

Absorption

Ex-cuticularmovement

Nutrient translocation

FOLIAR NUTRITION TECHNOLOGY

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Mode of Action: Copper Oxide is hydrolysed with water under the control of a proprietary catalyst which regulates the rate of hydrolysis providing a controlled-release source of Copper Hydroxide to supplement the faster-acting componentoftheformulation.

Other additives in Activist Products:• dispersal agents• cuticular penetrant• phyto-chemicals

Particle SpecificationsDiameter: < 0.5 micronSurface Area: highChemical Properties: advancedOxide Retention: highCation Dispersal: highCation Uptake: highUptake Uniformity: advanced

DispersalAgent

CuticularPenetrant

ReactiveCatalyst

Enhanced Phyto-Chemicals

Improved Coverage of leaf surface with microfinesuspensionparticles

Improved Penetration of leaf cuticle by copper cation

Controlled Release of plant available nutrient

Enhanced Metabolism of nutrient in plant growth

Leaf-cuticle surface

Strong-sticking based on; - small particle-size- optimal surface chemistry- hydrophillic leaf-surface

Mode of Action: Copper Oxide is hydrolysed with water, and the resulting Copper cation is partially absorbed through the leaf surface at an uncontrolledrate.

Particle SpecificationsDiameter: 10 - 20 micronSurface Area: lowChemical Properties: poorOxide Retention: lowCation Dispersal: poorCation Uptake: lowUptake Uniformity: poor Leaf-cuticle surface

Poor-sticking based on; - large particle-size- inferior surface chemistry- hydrophobic leaf-surface

Large particles with poor dispersal

FOLIAR NUTRITION TECHNOLOGY

Conventional Copper Suspension

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

The Activist Range has been designed to incorporate a number of revolutionary technologies developed by Agrichem over 25years of researching the mechanisms for enhanced Nutrient Uptake. These technologies combined with a range of additives that effectively act as adjuvants are designed to improve the efficiency and safety of trace element fertiliser applications.

Products in the Activist Range have both a fast-acting component and a slower release component with regards to nutrient-uptake and the formulations are highly flowable.

Copper(I) Oxide Ionic Copper (hydrolysed)Chemical Reaction:

ReactiveCatalyst

DispersalAgent

CuticularPenetrant

Enhanced Phyto-Hormones

Agrichem Exclusive Additives

controlled reaction

TECHNOLOGY

Chemical Reaction:

Conventional Suspension

HighPlant Availability

FOLIAR NUTRITION TECHNOLOGY

LowPlant Availability

Copper Oxide Copper (various forms)

uncontrolled reaction

VariablePlant Availability

LowPlant Availability

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Key Benefits of

• Enhanced uptake of copper

• Sustained uptake of copper

• High analysis source of copper

• Highly flowable formulation

• Contains 6.9% nitrogen

• Compatible with UAN

• Compatible with broader range of Agrochemicals(refer to Activist RED compatibility chart)

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Chemical Formulation comparison

Analysis(w/w%)

Comment

50%(w/v%)33.2% (w/w%)

High analysis and highly plant available source of Copper incorporating Activist Foliar Nutrition Technology. Impressive compatibility and minimal phytotoxicity.

75%(w/v%)43.9% (w/w%)

Ultra high analysis source of Copper with reduced risk of phytotoxicity.

Drawbacks include reduced compatibility.

Copper Hydroxide 57.3% High risk of phytotoxicity, short-lived copper availabiilty. More suitable as a fungicide.

Copper Sulphate (mono) 35% High risk of phytotoxicity, short-lived copper availabiilty.

Copper Sulphate (penta) 25% High risk of phytotoxicity, short-lived copper availabiilty.

Copper EDTA Chelate 13% Good compatibility but low copper analysis and very expensive per unit of copper

Copper HEDTA Chelate 9% Good compatibility but very low copper analysis and very expensive per unit of

copper

Comparative Copper Analysis

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Field Trial Results

During the 2008 Australian broadacre season, Activist RED was

extensively trialled under a range of different growing conditions

across the major broadacre crop growing regions across Australia.

Activist RED was trialled in regions where Copper is known to be a limiting nutrient.

The application of Copper also has been demonstrated to provide varying levels of enhanced natural immunity of a wide range of bacterial and fungal diseases through enhanced lignification.

Copper deficiency induced poor grain fill, and subsequently sub-optimal yields achieved.

Yield losses due to various bacterial and fungal diseases infecting plants.

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Field Trial Results 2008/09- Coonalpyn South Australia

Location: Coonalpyn 200km SE Adelaide

Rainfall: 350mmave.p.a.

Soil type: Sand over sandy loam

Observation: Severecopperdeficiencies visible,withpoorgrainfill and extensive lodging

Trial conducted by Agrichem South Australia Broadacre Area Manager, Des Andriske.CONTROL

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Field Trial Results 2008/09- Coonalpyn South Australia

Activist RED was applied as either a 150ml/Ha or a 500ml/Ha rate or both, and the applications were made as either earlyorlate(duringtheseason)orboth.

All treatments with Activist RED achieved significant improvements in yield.

The image on the left is from a crop that was treated with a 150ml/Ha application ofActivistRED.

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Field Trial Results 2008/09- Coonalpyn South Australia

Control YieldsThe control plots in the trial achieved yields of 0.958t/Haand1.005t/Ha,respectively.Average yield 0.981t/Ha.

Activist RED YieldsApplication amount & timing Yield (t/Ha)

150mlearly 2.416

150mlearly&late 2.305

500mlearly 2.523

500mlearly&late 2.430

500mllate 1.081

ConclusionThe application of Activist RED early in the season is effective in improving in-situ plant copper levels resulting in greater than 100%improvementsinyield.

ROI > 100 : 1A return of greater $100 achieved for every $1

spent on the purchase of Activist RED

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Directions for useAgitate contents well before dilution. Suitable for application by:

Aerial Spray Foliar Down the Tube

CROP RATE / ha MINDILUTION* COMMENTS

BEANS 150 – 375 ml 1 : 200 Spray 10 – 14 days after planting or emergence

BRASSICAS 150 – 375 ml 1 : 200 Spray 10 – 14 days after planting or emergence

CANOLA 150 – 525 ml 1 : 50 Apply at 4 weeks and again if necessary at the onset of stem elongation

CEREALSBarley, oats, wheat-foliar-down-the-tube

150 – 525 ml75 – 150 ml

1 : 50 Spray at stem extension and again at booting

CORN, MAIZE 345 - 525 ml 1 : 50 Apply at 6 leaf stage

CITRUS 225 –375 ml 1 : 200 Apply post harvest to copper deficient trees, not during budding or fruit development

CUCURBITSCucumbers, melons, pumpkins, zucchini

150 – 375 ml 1 : 200 Spray 10 – 14 days after planting or emergence

LETTUCE, SPINACH AND OTHER LEAFY VEGETABLES

150 – 375 ml 1 : 200 Spray 10 – 14 days after planting or emergence

LUCERNE 150 - 375 ml 1 : 100 For grazing or seed production:Apply early in the season, after 1st cutApply at bud formation

ONIONS 225 - 375 ml 1 : 200 Apply when sufficient leaf area

POTATOES, ROOT, BULB OR TUBER CROPS

150 - 375 ml 1 : 100 Spray 10 – 14 days after planting or emergence

SOLANACEOUS CROPSChillies, eggplant, peppers, tomatoes

150 - 375 ml 1 : 100 Spray 10 – 14 days after planting or emergence

SUGAR CANE 525 - 600 ml 1 : 100 Can be applied as a billet application or as a spray 10 – 14 days after crop emergence

TREE CROPS 225 – 1500 ml 1 : 100 Apply in spring and autumn

MINIMUM DILUTION: A dilution of 1 : 100 means 1 part product : 100 parts water.In hot weather, use higher dilution rates

WARNING: DO NOT apply Activist Red in tank mix with acidic formulations. Care should also be taken when. applying acidic products over the top of copper residues on plants, as burn may occur

. Care should also be taken when applications are made with certain pesticides and herbicides. If the combination has not been used before, ensure a small area of crop is tested prior to widespread usage

NOTE: The suggested rates of application are designed for typical Australian conditions and such should be used as a guide only. Each farmer’s climatic conditions, water quality, soil types, application processes and practices may differ and therefore necessitate corrections to ensure optimum results. Good agricultural practice requires that application be

avoided under extreme weather conditions such as temperatures over 28oC, high humidity, frost, rain etc. It is recommended that when applying to a crop or area for the first time, or in combination with other chemicals, a small test area should be sprayed and observed prior to the total spray. Where possible, it is recommended that regular leaf (sap) tests are conducted

to determine actual plant nutrient availability during each growth cycle. Soil tests at least once per year are essential.

Application rates and information

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Summary

• Revolutionary new copper formulation with highly effective plant

uptake resulting in significant improvements in crop yields where

copper is a limiting plant nutrient

• Enhanced uptake of copper

• Sustained uptake of copper

• High analysis source of copper

• Highlyflowableformulation

• Contains6.9%nitrogen

• Compatible with UAN

• Compatible with a wide range of Agrochemicals (refer to Activist RED compatibility chart)

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50% flowable copper formulation for the correction of copper

deficiencies and growth maintenance in all crops

Analysis Australia (w/v%)

Copper (Cu) 50.0

Nitrogen (N) 6.9

Additional information

For more information on:• Activist RED Application• Product Information Sheets• Nutrition Application Programs• Compatibility Information

Contact your local Agrichem Area Manager

or

Agrichem directly on:1800 654 758

www. .com.au