Introducing the CGS AgChem Reference Guide

CGS has released its January 2022 edition of “AgChem Reference Guide” across its 12 national retail outlets.

Measuring 1.2m by 1.2m the guide was last updated five years ago and contains listings for over 443 widely used agricultural chemicals in farming including active ingredients, chemical groups, brand names, chemical formulation and manufacturer / suppliers.

The CGS AgChem Reference Guide is very comprehensive and is a must for farmers.

CGS AgChem Reference Guide in detail

AGCHEMICAL GROUPS

The agchemicals are split into convenient groups: Herbicides, Insecticides, Fungicides, Cotton Defoliants, Seed Treatments, Growth Regulators and Spray Adjuvants.

Under each group is a list of active ingredients, brand names, formulations and suppliers for ease of reference.

SPRAY APPLICATION CHECKLIST

A handy checklist to ensure you and your staff's safety while using agchemicals. This guide has a special coating so you can tick the items as you go through the list. Once completed, simply wipe off ready for next time.

BOOM CLEANING PROCESS

Information detailing the minimum cleaning process after using agchemicals and where to find decontamination instructions.

PHONE NUMBERS

The AgChem Reference Guide also has a section for phone numbers where you can list important contacts, including emergency numbers.

HAZARD INFORMATION AND PPE

This section gives a brief overview on Safety Data Sheets as well as detailing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) necessary when handling agchemicals.

tank mixing AGCHEMICALS guide

A step by step guide on how to safely mix the agchemicals and what equipment you will need - in a very simple format.

PRODUCTS TO BE ORDERED

This is a great space for noting what products are running low and need to be ordered. Not only that, with the AgChem Reference Guide you have all the information you need to re-order promptly. Once you have placed your order/s, simply wipe off the board.

SPRAY JOBS TO BE DONE

List all your upcoming spray jobs so you and your staff are aware of what needs to be done. Once the job is complete, simply wipe it off the board.

NOZZLE SELECTION GUIDE

A guide to some of the nozzles available including the spray droplet quality, suppliers, part numbers and a nozzle image. 

Further information

Contact your local CGS Branch