2. Non-spur type trees: Mix 3-1/3 pints of ETHREL* in 100 

 gallons of water (10 pints in 300 gallons). Spray trees 

 thoroughly and uniformly to the point of runoff. This 

 rate may completely defruit trees. 



Treat when air temperatures are between 



60°F 



and 



90°F 



Our studies show that concentrations much less than those 

 recommended on the label for non-spur trees will reduce fruit set 

 drastically when applied as late as 44 days after full bloom (F.B.) 

 Therefore, until more is known about ethephon, we suggest it not 

 be used on bearing trees to promote flower bud initiation if fruit 

 thinning is undesirable . 



We have conducted no trials with ethephon on non-bearing trees, 

 However, research elsewhere indicates that if this chemical is com- 

 bined with Alar-85*, it is possible to promote flower bud formation 

 with lower rates of each chemical. Therefore, we offer the follow- 

 ing suggestions for trial by those interested in initiating flower 

 bud development on non-bearing, non-spur type trees. Mix 1-2/3 

 pints of ethephon plus 1 lb. of Alar-85* in 100 gallons of water. 

 Apply this mixture 1 or 2 weeks after F.B. (as determined by bear- 

 ing trees in the area). Suppression of vegetative growth should 

 occur during the season of application as well as increased flower 

 bud formation. 



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All pesticides listed in this publication are registered and cleared 

 for suggested uses according to Federal registrations and State Laws 

 and regulations in effect on the date of this publication. 



When trade names are used for identification, no product endorsement 

 is implied, nor is discrimination intended against similar materials, 



NOTICE: THE USER OF THIS 

 INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE 



INFORMATION ASSUMES ALL RISKS FOR PERSONAL 



WARNING: PESTICIDES ARE POISONOUS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL DIRECTIONS 

 AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON LABELS. HANDLE CAREFULLY AND STORE IN 

 ORIGINAL LABELED CONTAINERS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN, PETS AND LIVE- 

 STOCK. DISPOSE OF EMPTY CONTAINERS RIGHT AWAY, IN A SAFE MANNER 

 AND PLACE. DO NOT CONTAMINATE FORAGE, STREAMS AND PONDS. 



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