turf s Up AND GROWING. General turf products

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1 turf s Up AND GROWING. General turf products

2 Caring for turf is a Shaw s family tradition. Knox purchases domestic and imported raw materials from terminals and production points across North America, using our nation s river terminal and mass rail systems to ensure the best economic advantage in raw material procurement. Knox Fertilizer leads the lawn-and-garden plant food industry with rigid specification standards and quality release programs. Quality checks are performed on incoming raw materials, in-process production and analytical pass/fail release protocols. We guarantee the products you buy will perform consistently, day in and day out. Since 1950, the Shaw family has been recognized for quality lawn and professional turf care products. Today, the third generation of the family is prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st century in environmental stewardship, quality packaging and structural management programs. Knox Fertilizer leads the lawn-and-garden plant food industry with rigid specification standards and quality release programs. Quality checks are performed on incoming raw materials, in-process production and analytical pass/fail release protocols. We guarantee that package claims are met and the products you buy are consistent day in and day out. Our main facilities are in northwest Indiana, near Chicago. Being on the outskirts of this world trade center, we re ideally positioned to buy high-quality ingredients at low cost and manufacture and ship products that provide the utmost in value for our customers. We re committed to helping you meet the challenges of turf management. Over the years, packaging technology has evolved, and Knox works hard to keep pace with the cutting edge in strength, stacking and presentation of the packaging we send into the marketplace. Whether it s an athletic field, public park or lawns, turf managers are facing more management challenges than ever. The demand for quality turf is increasing, while at the same time water usage and environmental requirements are becoming more stringent. Knox is ready to help you meet these challenges now and in the future. We have the products, the knowledge and the understanding. And we re ready to help you grow your best. 2 2

3 We re proud of our past and poised for the future. Knox Fertilizer has been in the specialty segment of the plant food business for over half a century. We ve positioned ourselves for the next half-century with continuing investments in innovative production processes, product quality, structural management and environmental stewardship. Floor space is a valuable commodity. So we help our customers maximize floor space by palletizing products that can be stacked vertically with confidence. This philosophy of reinvestment in the company has helped our products become recognized as leaders in consistent performance, quality and reliability. Today, we re ready to meet all current and future market and environmental requirements. We re ready to help you grow your best. We re proud to be associated with these leading companies: BASF Corporation Bayer Environmental Science Dow AgroSciences LLC DuPont Company FMC Corporation Gowan Company LLC PBI/Gordon Corporation SePRO Corporation Syngenta Knox maintains over 200,000 square feet of finished product storage equipped with over two dozen loading docks. This resource gives us the ability to be prepared for large volume surges and shipping requirements to meet our customers seasonal demands. Watch our videos online. We ve developed a series of videos to help you understand the technology behind our products and how to use them for optimum results. You can watch these videos online with your smartphone. First, download a free QR code app, and then scan the code associated with the product using your phone s camera. The code will take you to the video on the Knox Fertilizer website. Look for the QR codes throughout the catalog. 3

4 Code Analysis Wt. per Bag (lbs.) Cover per Bag Units Slow Release Premium Fertilizers % Slow Release Nitrogen Source Lbs. per Acre Bags per Acre Lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. Premium Blended Fertilizers with XRT Controlled-Release Nitrogen Technology SGN Size Nutrients (lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft.) N P 2 O 5 K 2 O , XRT MOP , XRT MOP , XRT MOP , XRT MOP K Source XRT = Polymer-Coated Urea MOP = Potassium Chloride Successful turf and crop management is all about consistent efficient nutrition, reduced labor costs and environmental stewardship. s with the XRT technology extend nutrient release by up to 90 days, keeping turf and other crops healthy, lush and green all season long. With XRT, plants consistently receive the nutrients they need, when they need them, saving you time and money for multiple applications. Get the advantage with XRT. XRT Extends Nitrogen Release Up to 90 Days The XRT Advantage: Greener, healthier turf Consistent release of nutrients for up to 90 days Uniform color and growth Improves nutrient efficiency Improves environmental stewardship Saves labor, time and energy Less potential loss of nutrients to air and groundwater Enhances nutrient uptake through gradual nutrient release Reduces N losses due to ammonia volatilization and leaching Nitrogen is released slowly and consistently for up to 90 days. Nitrogen release vs. time TVA test for coated nitrogen products St. Augustine grass is rated higher in quality all season with XRT. U Florida/St. Augustinegrass Quality Ratings Rating scale Percent N release Weeks after treatment Weeks after treatment Control XRT University of Florida quality ratings over 12 weeks. 4

5 Premium Blended Fertilizer Combinations with Pesticides Code Analysis Control % Active Herb. A.I. / Acre Wt. / Bag (lbs.) Cover / Bag Nitrogen Source Units Slow Release % Slow Release (lbs. / Acre) Bags / Acre (lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft.) SGN Size Nutrients (lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft.) N P 2 O 5 K 2 O K Source Shaw s Blends with Preemergence Herbicides* Barricade ,500 XRT MOP Barricade ,500 XRT MOP Barricade ,500 XRT MOP Dimension ,500 XRT MOP Dimension ,500 XRT MOP Pendimethalin ,500 XRT MOP Team Pro ,500 XRT MOP Tupersan ,977 A/M MOP Shaw s Blends with Postemergence Herbicides* Viper ,000 XRT MOP Shaw s Blends with Insecticides* Merit ,286 A/M Merit ,286 XRT MOP Acelepryn ,520 XRT MOP Allectus ,226 XRT MOP *Always refer to the pesticide label for prescribed application rates. Those listed in the table above are only a guide. Code Analysis Control % Control % Herb. A.I. / Acre Wt. / Bag (lbs.) Cover / Bag Nitrogen Source Units Slow Release % Slow Release (lbs. / Acre) Bags / Acre (lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft.) SGN Size Nutrients (lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft.) N P 2 O 5 K 2 O K Source Shaw s Blends with Insecticides and Herbicides Acelepryn.167 Dimension ,520 XRT MOP *Always refer to the pesticide label for prescribed application rates. Those listed in the table above are only a guide. Key: XRT = Polymer-Coated Urea A/M = All Mineral MOP = Potassium Chloride 5

6 XRT Extended-Release Fertilizer Technology XRT uses innovative polymer resin to provide a temperature-dependent nutrient release. As temperatures warm, urea nitrogen is released at a consistent rate, to match the nutrient demand of the turf. The warmer it gets, the more nutrients XRT delivers. After complete release, the polymer decomposes into naturally occurring compounds. By extending nutrient release by up to 90 days, XRT helps plants achieve their full potential for growth and vigor. It keeps turf and even specialty crops healthy, lush and green, all season long. Each XRT fertilizer granule is encased in a durable microthin shell. The patented polymer coating releases nitrogen con sistently, depending on temperature. Plants get the nutrition they need, when they need it most. Urea Polymer coating Wax coating The patented polymer coating releases nitrogen in the same regular pattern that regulates turf demand for nitrogen. Watch the video. FPO Shaw s Control Granules Code Control % Active A.I. / Acre Wt. / Bag (lbs.) Bag Coverage (lbs. / Acre) Bags / Acre (lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft.) SGN Size Shaw s Granular Preemergent Weed Control Granules* Treflan , Team Pro , Shaw s Fungicide Granules* Bayleton , Shaw s Postemergent Weed Control Granules* Trimec , Shaw s Bed and Edge Weed Control Granules (0-0-7)* Gallery + Team Pro , *Always refer to the pesticide label for prescribed application rates. Those listed in the table above are only a guide. 6

7 Season-Long Fertilizer and Control for Sports Turf Managers One early shot of Shaw s Turf Food with Acelepryn Food with added Acelepryn and Dimension feeds and Dimension takes care of crabgrass and grubs turf while it takes care of crabgrass, grubs and other for the entire season. weed and insect pests during the playing season. The advanced controlled-release properties of SurfCote give sports turf managers the flexibility to address increasing regulations that restrict fertilizer and pesticide applications while schools are in session and/or require advance notification to parents. One early application of Shaw s Turf With Acelepryn, you get: Season-long control of grubs, residual cutworm, residual sod webworm, annual bluegrass weevil and billbugs. Low impact on nontarget organisms, including birds, honeybees, fish and mammals. L ow risk Acelepr y n is classified as Reduced Risk by U.S. EPA and Health Canada, Pest Management Regulatory Agency. With Dimension, you get: Excellent preemergence and early postemergence crabgrass control. Season-long control of other grasses and broadleaf weeds. No staining and low odor. ONE. AND DONE. One early application for season-long crabgrass and grub control. Introducing Shaw s Turf Food with Acelepryn and Dimension. One early shot takes care of crabgrass and grubs for the whole season. So you can move on to other things. To learn more, contact your local dis trib utor or call (574) KnOx Fertilizer COmpany

8 However You Manage, We Have a Program to Meet Your Needs Whatever your lawn care philosophy, Shaw s controlled-release programs keep turf clean and green all season long. Our innovative coated products ensure that turf receives a consistent source of nitrogen from early applications on, keeping it healthy and green all season long. Sample Program Six Applications Application N Rate (lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft.) Date Pesticide 1 March Preemerge 2 April 15 Liq May Grub Control 4 July August October % CRN % Urea N Shaw s Shaw s Controlled-Release Program Sample Program Six Applications Pounds of Nitrogen Released Shaw s Week Premium Custom-Blended Fertilizers with Preemergent Weed Control* Control % Active Pounds A.I. per Acre* pesticide application rate information Pounds per Acre* Pounds per 1,000 sq. ft. Wt. per Bag (lbs.) Coverage per Bag EPA Reg. No. Low High Low High Low High Low High Barricade ,335 4, Barricade ,794 5, Dimension ,483 4, Dimension ,727 5, Dimension ,762 7, Ronstar ,875 5, Ronstar ,353 8,177 *Always refer to the pesticide label for prescribed application rates. Those listed in the table above are only a guide. Premium Custom-Blended Fertilizers with Insect Control* Control % Active Pounds A.I. per Acre* pesticide application rate information Pounds per Acre* EPA Reg. No. Low High Low High Low High Low High Merit ,286 11,111 *Always refer to the pesticide label for prescribed application rates. Those listed in the table above are only a guide. 8 Pounds per 1,000 sq. ft. Wt. per Bag (lbs.) Coverage per Bag Acelepryn ,535 7,267

9 SurfCote N-4 Controlled-Release Technology Delivers Nutrients for Up to 120 Days SurfCote N-4 has the most advanced controlledrelease fertilizer technology an innovative and proprietary polymer resin encapsulation with a sustained release of up to 120 days. Each fertilizer granule is encased in a durable microthin shell that allows soil moisture to gradually diffuse into the granule, dissolving the urea fertilizer. Rising temperatures liquefy the urea, which remains encapsulated, then slowly and consistently passes through the polymer to meet the ongoing nutrient demands of your turf. Fertilizer granules with SurfCote are tougher than sulfur-based compounds. The integrity of the shell is protected against breakage with normal handling and abrasion. Reduced loss means more nutrients going to work on your turf, and less opportunity for leaching. With SurfCote, every blade of grass gets the nutrients it needs, when it needs it most, for up to 120 days. This means: Fewer applications, saving time, labor and energy costs. Greater uptake and more efficient use of fertilizer. Improved environmental stewardship through on-demand release. Reduced potential for loss of nutrients in air and groundwater. EASy CONTROL FOR HARD-TO-REACH PLACES IT S IN THE BAG Introducing another Shaw s innovation for lawn care professionals Bed & Edge Weed Control in a new, easy-to-use shaker bag. Bed & Edge Weed Control takes care of 95 broadleaf weeds around driveways, sidewalks, flower beds and other hard-to-reach places. All with a shake of the bag. To learn more, ask your local distributor or visit knoxfert.com. Knox Fertilizer Company, Inc. PO Box 248, Knox, IN Phone (574)

10 Quality is our promise. Knox Fertilizer leads the lawn-and-garden plant food industry with rigid specification standards and quality control. We check our products every step of the way, from incoming raw materials to in-process production to in-depth analytical release protocols. As a result, we guarantee that the products you buy will consistently deliver the performance you expect. Ask your Knox Fertilizer representative for complete information. Knox Fertilizer Company P.O. BOX 248 Knox, IN Phone (574) Fax (574) Bed & Edge Weed Control is a trademark and Shaw s is a registered trademark of Knox Fertilizer Company, Inc. Allectus is a trademark and Merit, Ronstar and Bayleton are registered trademarks of Bayer. Viper is a trademark of Nufarm Americas, Inc. Gallery, Dimension, Team and Treflan are registered trademarks of Dow AgroSciences LLC. Trimec is a registered trademark of PBI/Gordon Corporation. Tupersan is a registered trademark of Gowan Company LLC. Barricade is a registered trademark of a Syngenta Group Company. XRT and SurfCote are registered trademarks of KMB Technologies, Inc. Acelepryn is a registered trademark of E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company or its affiliates Knox Fertilizer Company, Inc.