This publication provides a guide to weed control in grain and forage sorghum, maize, sweetcorn, soyabean, sunflower, azuki bean [ Vigna angularis], cowpea, lablab, mung bean, pigeon pea, navy bean [ Phaseolus vulgaris], groundnut and millet in New South Wales, Australia. Information is presented on poison warnings, safety directions and first aid instructions on herbicide labels; successful use of herbicides; managing legal responsibilities in applying herbicides; testing for herbicide residues; tips for tankmixing herbicides; use of adjuvants, surfactants and oils with herbicides; water quality for herbicide application; reduction of herbicide spray loss (drift); nozzle selection for ground application; boomspray preparation and calibration; and cleaning and decontamination of boomsprays. Tabulated data are also given on the compatibility of herbicides with rotation and tillage practices to effectively control weeds affecting summer crops.
