Basamid G for Turf - Fumigant

The First Step on the Road to Perfection

The reasons for renovating may vary, but the desired result is always the same–a perfect stand of lush, beautiful turf. Basamid®, the only granular soil fumigant on the market, is the quickest, most dependable way to achieve that perfect turf.

Basamid Soil Fumigant

Basamid penetrates deep to sterilize the soil and quickly eliminate virtually all weeds, nematodes, grasses and soil diseases. You can then reseed and get your new turf off to a healthy, vigorous start in as little as 10 to 12 days.

Redefining Renovation

The non-restricted, granular formulation of Basamid requires no complicated application equipment or tarps, offering you the flexibility to renovate a single green or all 18 fairways. Because Basamid is a granule, it becomes a soil fumigant only when activated by moist soil. Basamid also offers you a short 24-hour reentry interval. Basamid makes traveling the road to perfection smoother than ever before.

Preparing Fairways and Athletic Fields for Application of Basamid

The success of renovation efforts using Basamid is largely dependent upon proper site preparation. Please contact your local Certis USA sales representative before applying Basamid. We’ll make sure you will successfully eliminate weeds, nematodes and diseases from the areas you treat and achieve optimal growth of your newly planted turf.

Fairway Renovation

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Renovation Guide

Renovation Guide Check out this excellent guide to turf renovation produced by the editors of Golfdom magazine and sponsored by BASF Corporation.

“Renovating Putting Greens Without Methyl Bromide”
By Peter J. Landshoot, Ph.D. and Bradley S. Park
Golf Course Management, February 2004

Basamid Fast Facts

Q:	How is Basamid granular soil fumigant different from other soil fumigants?
A:	Basamid is the only granular soil fumigant on the market. The non-restricted granular formulation requires no complicated application equipment or tarps, thereby reducing your labor costs and eliminating many of the hassles typically associated with soil fumigation. And because Basamid is not a gas or liquid formulation, it doesn't release active gas until it is mixed with moist soil, thereby reducing the concern for applicator exposure. In addition, Basamid offers you a 24-hour reentry interval.

Q:	How soon can I reseed after applying Basamid granular soil fumigant?
A:	Basamid allows you to prepare turf and other seedbeds for reseeding in as little as 10 to 12 days. Prior to seeding, Basamid offers effective control of most weeds, nematodes, grasses and soil diseases to help you get tree, ornamental and turf seedlings and plantings off to a healthy, vigorous start.

For Successful Results
Effect of Soil Temp on Seeding
Preparing for Application
Water Management is Critical
Effect of Too Much Water
Basamid Summary

The Choice for Turf Professionals:

Basamid® is a granular fumigant that requires no tarping
Controls a broad spectrum of weed seeds, tubers, rhizomes, diseases and nematodes
Unlike other herbicides, Basamid controls vegetative growth, as well as roots, tubers and seeds
Controls poa annua, poa trivialis, nutsedge, bermudagrass and many other difficult-to-control weeds
Economical wide-spectrum, non-persistent soil sterilant
Halogen-free and has no ozone depleting properties
Non-restricted use (except California)
Can be used in many turf and horticultural systems
Used worldwide and is a proven soil sterilant

What is Basamid?

Basamid (active ingredient dazomet) is a finely textured granular formulation
It is applied to the top of soils or incorporated into moist soils
Moist conditions, irrigation or rainfall convert the product to a sterilizing gas (MITC)
MITC controls weeds, seeds, tubers and rhizomes, soil pathogens and insects
After the gas has dissipated, planting, seeding or sodding can begin
Basamid leaves no harmful residues
The final breakdown products are plant nutrients

Basamid/Formulation:

Active Ingredient	Dazomet
Formulation	99 percent microgranule
Packaging	50-lb. bag
Storage	Stable at room temp for two years
Flammability	Non-flammable
Mode of Action	Toxicant (MITC) is released in moist soil
Water Solubility	Insoluble

Basamid is Ideal for Use On:

Golf Courses
Athletic Fields
Commercial and Residential Lawns
Nursery/Horticultural Sites
Soil Media
Sod Farms
Lawn Bowling Greens
Non-food Crops

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Comes First:

Safety Clothing: Coveralls over short-sleeved shirt and short pants
Footwear: Chemical resistant footwear plus socks
Waterproof Gloves: Required
Re-entry Interval: 24 hours (seven days for non-essential workers)
Signal Word: Warning

Use Rates:

350 pounds of product per acre
Higher rates (up to 530 pounds) may be required to control certain nematodes

For Successful Results:

Record temperature at 4-inch depth before application
Properly calibrate drop spreader (ex: Gandy)
Closely mow fairway or turf area to be treated
Provide even irrigation to treatment area
Keep soil moist for a minimum of five days
Conduct germination test prior to seeding

Effect of Soil Temperature on Seeding:

Soil Temp at 4-inch Depth	Waiting Period to Reseed
Above 94 degrees F.	10 days
Above 65 degrees F.	10-12 days
59-65 degrees F.	12-18 days
54-59 degrees F.	15-20 days
47-54 degrees F.	22-27 days
43-47 degrees F.	Above 30 days

Soil Temperatures Above 68 Degrees F:

Allows for soil sterilization in a shorter time–formation of sterilizing gases is enhanced
Water management is critical if high winds and heat persists

Soil Temperatures Below 50 Degrees F:

Requires longer periods for sterilization and degradation
Can be easily carried out in idle soils during winter months

Getting Ready for Your Basamid Application:

Remove flags, markers from treatment area
Post “course closed” signs and mark treatment area
Mow, remove clippings and fill low areas
Irrigate if needed two days before treatment
Aerate, remove cores and dethatch

Water Management is Critical Following Application:

Irrigate immediately following application
Apply water three times per day as a light irrigation for five to seven days to maintain good soil moisture
Do not overwater or Basamid could be moved past the target zone or soils could remain saturated, reducing the ability to produce gas
Sandy soils will require more frequent monitoring to maintain proper soil moisture whereas care should be taken not to overwater clay soils
Allow soils to dry out after seven days to have gas escape, prior to seeding

The Effect of Too Much Water:

Clay or Silt Soils:

Potential for runoff, damage to untreated areas of the roughs, etc.
Water standing on soil surface for prolonged periods will dilute the concentration of the product over time. Winds can move the toxicant from the treated area.

Sandy Soils:

Potential for leaching the Basamid through the soil profile, resulting in loss of effectiveness
Percolation rate is extremely high, especially in sand-based greens
Surface is likely to dry out much faster, allowing toxicant to escape

Loamy Soils:

Saturated soils will have little or no air movement between the pores resulting in a potentially longer degradation period. Winds and high heat can move the toxicant off-target.

Basamid Summary:

Halogen-free: No ozone depleting potential
Solid Material: Stays inert until after application
Ease of Application: Adapted to large and small uses; no complicated equipment
No Harmful End Products: Breakdown products become plant nutrients
Tarping Optional: Little or no decrease in efficacy

Renovation Library

“Olympic Fields C.C. Historic Renovation; Basamid Use is Key”
By Samuel MacKenzie, CGCS
Midwest Association of Golf Course Superintendents, 2008

“Focus on: Renovation Equipment”
Grounds Maintenance, June 1, 2003

“A New Product for Fairway Renovation: A Granular Soil Fumigant May Be the Answer for Superintendents Looking at Renovation Projects.”
By Bradley S. Park and Peter J. Landschoot, Ph.D.
Golf Course Management, July 2003

“The Enemy Below”
By Austin Hagan, Auburn University
Grounds Maintenance, Oct. 1, 2002

“Turf Talk: Practice Tee Renovation”
By Teresa Carson
Golf Course Management, January 2002

“CHEMICAL HOTLINE: Life After Methyl Bromide”
Grounds Maintenance, Aug. 1, 2001

“Nematodes: Turf's Hidden Enemy”
By Enrique Perez and Edwin Lewis, Virginia Polytechnic and State University
Grounds Maintenance, Aug. 1, 2001

“Seedling Turf Needs an Edge Against Weeds: Planting date, seedbed preparation and herbicide affect seedlings.”
By Zachary Reicher, Ph.D.
Golf Course Management, June 2001

“Super Tips: Bentgrass Conversion In Chicago”
By David Schingel
Golf Course Management, April 2001

“Seeking Alternatives for Methyl Bromide”
By J. Bryan Unruh, Ph.D. and Barry J. Brecke, Ph.D.
Golf Course Management, March 2001

“Banned in the USA”
By J. Bryan Unruh
Grounds Maintenance, Jan. 1, 2001

“Is Your Course Losing Its Shape?”
By Ronald W. Fream
Grounds Maintenance, Oct. 1, 2000

“Planning a Course for Improvement”
By Barry Jordan
Grounds Maintenance, February 1, 2000

“Control Landscape Weeds Pre-emergently”
Jeffrey F. Derr, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Grounds Maintenance, Mar. 1, 1999

“How to: Renovate a Sand Bunker”
By Wallace “Tinker” Clift, Texas State Technical College
Grounds Maintenance, January 1, 1999

“Elements and Issues of Greens Renovation”
By David Willoughby
Grounds Maintenance, January 1, 1998

“Part II: Warm-season Turf, Diagnosing and Managing Nematodes”
Robert A. Dunn, University of Florida
Grounds Maintenance, May 1, 1997

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