Draft  Various Findings regarding
suitability of Callisto for Red Raspberry


Quality Assurance Procedures of Mfg. Company (the below needs to verified)
Studies
 Use Notes.
Suitability of Callisto for Red Raspberry

Notes: It would be prudent to get the documentation regarding the batch control of Callisto.
There may be a means of tracking the batch by date and sales records to distribution.
I have worked with companies using ISO standards that produce quite granular records down to the day, hour or even individual item.

(the below needs to verified)

Syngenta AG adheres to a number of quality assurance standards in the USA, including:

  • The Federal Seed Act (7 U.S.C. 1581 et seq.), which regulates the production, importation, and sale of seeds in the United States.
  • The Association of Official Seed Analysts (AOSA) standards, which are used to assess the quality of seeds.
  • The GlobalGAP (Good Agricultural Practices) standards, which are used to ensure the safety and quality of agricultural products.
  • The ISO 9001:2015 quality management system standard, which is used to ensure that Syngenta's products and services meet customer requirements.

In addition to these standards, Syngenta also has its own internal quality assurance procedures in place. These procedures cover all aspects of the company's operations, from the development and production of products to the distribution and marketing of those products.

By adhering to these high standards, Syngenta is able to provide its customers with high-quality products that meet their needs. The company is also committed to continuous improvement and is constantly working to raise the bar for quality assurance.

Here are some additional details about each of the standards mentioned above:

  • The Federal Seed Act (7 U.S.C. 1581 et seq.) regulates the production, importation, and sale of seeds in the United States. The Act establishes minimum quality standards for seeds and requires that all seed sold in the United States be labeled with the name of the seed variety, the germination rate, and the purity of the seed.
  • The Association of Official Seed Analysts (AOSA) standards are used to assess the quality of seeds. These standards cover a wide range of topics, including the germination of seeds, the purity of seeds, the weight of seeds, and the physical properties of seeds. The AOSA standards are recognized by governments and organizations around the world as the gold standard for seed testing.
  • The GlobalGAP (Good Agricultural Practices) standards are used to ensure the safety and quality of agricultural products. These standards cover a wide range of topics, including the use of pesticides, the management of soil and water, and the welfare of animals. The GlobalGAP standards are recognized by governments and organizations around the world as a way to improve the safety and quality of agricultural products.
  • The ISO 9001:2015 quality management system standard is a set of international standards that can be used to ensure that a company's products and services meet customer requirements. The ISO 9001 standard covers a wide range of topics, including the planning, control, and improvement of processes. The ISO 9001 standard is recognized by governments and organizations around the world as a way to improve the quality of products and services.

QA Syngenta EU
Syngenta AG adheres to a number of quality assurance standards in Europe, including:

  • The European Seed Marketing Directive (2009/128/EC), which sets out requirements for the marketing of seeds in the European Union.
  • The International Seed Testing Association (ISTA) standards, which are used to assess the quality of seeds.
  • The GlobalGAP (Good Agricultural Practices) standards, which are used to ensure the safety and quality of agricultural products.
  • The ISO 9001:2015 quality management system standard, which is used to ensure that Syngenta's products and services meet customer requirements.

In addition to these standards, Syngenta also has its own internal quality assurance procedures in place. These procedures cover all aspects of the company's operations, from the development and production of products to the distribution and marketing of those products.

By adhering to these high standards, Syngenta is able to provide its customers with high-quality products that meet their needs. The company is also committed to continuous improvement and is constantly working to raise the bar for quality assurance.

Here are some additional details about each of the standards mentioned above:

  • The European Seed Marketing Directive (2009/128/EC) sets out requirements for the marketing of seeds in the European Union. These requirements cover a wide range of topics, including the labelling of seeds, the testing of seeds, and the traceability of seeds. The Directive is designed to ensure that seeds sold in the European Union are of high quality and meet the needs of farmers.
  • The International Seed Testing Association (ISTA) standards are used to assess the quality of seeds. These standards cover a wide range of topics, including the germination of seeds, the purity of seeds, and the weight of seeds. The ISTA standards are recognized by governments and organizations around the world as the gold standard for seed testing.
  • The GlobalGAP (Good Agricultural Practices) standards are used to ensure the safety and quality of agricultural products. These standards cover a wide range of topics, including the use of pesticides, the management of soil and water, and the welfare of animals. The GlobalGAP standards are recognized by governments and organizations around the world as a way to improve the safety and quality of agricultural products.
  • The ISO 9001:2015 quality management system standard is a set of international standards that can be used to ensure that a company's products and services meet customer requirements. The ISO 9001 standard covers a wide range of topics, including the planning, control, and improvement of processes. The ISO 9001 standard is recognized by governments and organizations around the world as a way to improve the quality of products and services.
 There have been several studies supposedly to register and or establish the usefulness of  mesotrione / callisto on red raspberry.

I see some Callisto studies have been funded by Syngenta but have yet to find evidence that they funded any for Red Raspberry.


 These studies were tested on various varieties.
Results varied but the general consensus is that it should be used pre budding of the raspberries and at its lower concentration.

Most  of these studies seem to be behind pay walls.

I will ad links as I get access.

Studies conducted at.
UC Davis
Oregon
Wisconsin
Purdue

WSU (Mt. Vernon)
No mention of Callisto for Red Raspberry

WSU Lynden Berries
no mention of Callisto for red raspberry.

WSU Blueberry

Studies that are funded by Syngenta have drawn criticism regarding pressure being put on the researchers to keep their products registered IE Atrazine.

The EPA has been called out for weakening standards.





My readings suggests that a normal protocol for using a new pesticide or herbicide on  a field is for the farmer to do a test plot before using it on the  entire field due to all the variances between crops and fields.
  • Variety
  • The age of the planting
  • Soil Type
  • Type of Weed to be controlled
  • Climate
It is regularly suggested  to talk to the local extension office if in doubt.

I suspect that the co-op field person is generally relied upon.
 
Mesotrione is an analog of a chemical found in nature that was found to surpress plant growth around the base of bottlebrush trees.

Bottle Brush
That chemical is the natural substance leptospermone. it  inhibits the enzyme 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase.
The invention of the triketone class of herbicides had its beginnings in an observation in 1977 of allelopathic weed control near a bottlebrush tree, Callistemon citrinus. Chemists at the Stauffer Chemical Company identified the compound responsible as leptospermone, a known natural product[6] which had not previously been reported as having biological activity.


Stauffer Chemical Company was an American chemical company which manufactured herbicides and pesticides for various agricultural crops. It was acquired by Imperial Chemical Industries from Chesebrough-Pond's Inc. in 1987.[1] In 1987, Stauffer's head office was in Westport, Connecticut.[1] Late that year, Imperial sold Stauffer's basic chemicals business to Rhône-Poulenc S.A.[2]
Bottle Brush Plant Ethnic Uses
M This article aims to provide a comprehensive review on the phytoconstituents and pharmacological aspects of C. citrinus. It is obtained from wet tropics, notably Australia, South America and tropical Asia, but is now spread all over the world. They are woody aromatic trees and The different parts of this herb have been used in common remedies for treatment of diarrhoea, dysentery and rheumatism. It is also used as a water accent, anticough, antibronchtits and insecticide in folk medicine .The innumerable medicinal properties and therapeutic uses of C. citrinus as well as its phytochemical investigations prove its importance as a valuable medicinal plant.

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