NAVIGATE
FACT SHEET
TECHNICAL SERVICE REPORT NO. 140-398
EPA Reg. No.
228-378-8959
EPA Est. No.
228-IL-1
Navigate is
manufactured for Applied Biochemists.
WHAT IS NAVIGATE? NAVIGATE
is a granular aquatic herbicide registered for use in lakes and ponds.
BASIC FACTS
a. is a granular formulation
containing 27.6% active ingredients. The active ingredient is the
butoxyethyl ester of 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid.
b. selectively controls some
of the most troublesome aquatic plants such as watermilfoil, coontail, water
stargrass and spatterdock.
c. readily sinks to the
bottom around plants where it is most effective.
d. provides gradual release
and systemic action for complete kill of entire plant.
APPLICATION RATE
Apply NAVIGATE at the
rate of 100-200 pounds per surface acre (1-2 lbs. per 430 sq.ft.).
Application should be made on smooth surface infested with weeds so granules
will settle to the bottom around roots and stems.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Granules may be applied with
a dry fertilizer spreader or broadcast in the treatment area.
CONTAINER SIZE
NAVIGATE is available
in 50 pound bags.
ADVANTAGES
a. NAVIGATE controls
a large number of nuisance aquatic plants.
b. NAVIGATE controls
weed for up to 1 or 2 years.
c. NAVIGATE has a low
toxicity to fish and other aquatic organisms.
d. NAVIGATE can be
used to spot treat along shorelines and beaches and around docks.
RESTRICTIONS
Restrictions vary from state
to state. Contact your local fish and game agency in order to determine what
restrictions may exist on fishing, swimming, irrigation, stock watering and
water used for domestic purposes.
