Metam Sodium Aria

Metam Sodium 32/7% SL

Nematicide & Fungicide

used primarily in agriculture as a preplant treatment to kill soil fungi, nematodes, weed seeds and soil insects. The product works by fumigation. It is applied prior to seeding or planting, creating a favorable biotope that promotes healthy crop growth. Metam sodium does not damage or leave residue in the planted crop. The activity is due to its decomposition into methyl isothiocyanate (MITC). Before applying metam sodium, always thoroughly cultivate the area to be treated, breaking up clods to facilitate the uniform distribution of the product. Keep soil humid 5 to 10 days prior to soil disinfection to activate and sensitize target organisms. Soil humidity at time of application must be between 50 and 75% of the water holding capacity. After the soil has been treated, it must be left for 2-4 weeks depending on the type of soil, the temperature and the moisture of the soil. Decomposition of any product still remaining in the soil after that time can be accelerated by aeration.Since methyl isothiocyanate is phytotoxic, planting may not take place until the product has completely decomposed and the treated soil has been fully aerated.

 By treating the soil with metam-sodium, fruit and vegetable growers can control weeds, reduce nematode populations, and control soil-borne pests. Metam-sodium may be used on all crops but is particularly important in the production of melons, peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, strawberries, citrus, grapes, almonds, artichokes, asparagus, carrots, lettuce, spinach, squash, forest tree seedlings, ornamentals, and cut flowers. By reducing competition from soil pests, metam-sodium promotes healthier plants and increased yields.