TM
Model 4900M0290-01
Rev. 8/19 3-19
Row Unit Operation
BAYER FLUENCY AGENT
Bayer Fluency Agent is an alternate seed lubricant by Bayer Crop Science. The intent of this product is to replace
graphite and talc lubricants and to lower the amount of dust emissions from planter vacuum fans.
This product, as tested by Kinze, is compatible with Kinze’s bulk fill system and vacuum meters. Due to limited testing,
wear life characteristics of meters and bulk fill systems that use Bayer Fluency Agent are not yet known. Please follow
Bayer Fluency Agent instructions for rates and mixing directions.
NOTE: Presently, Bayer Fluency Agent is only required to be used in Canada with Bulk Fill or Vacuum planters
that plant corn or beans treated with neonicotinoids. Farms outside of Canada, farms not using seed treated
with neonicotinoids, and farms not using pneutmatic metering devices do not need to use Bayer Fluency
Agent. All planters not equipped with vacuums or fans are exempt from using Bayer Fluency Agent.
80/20 TALC-GRAPHITE
Talc-Graphite lubricant is to be used for treated seed, providing benefits of both talc and graphite. It absorbs mositure
to prevent bridging, minmizes static electricity for improved seed flow, and lubricates seed and meters.
Conventional Hoppers
Mix ½ C. of 80/20 talc-graphite evenly with seed each time hoppers are filled. Regular graphite use prolongs life of the
seed meter components, improves seed spacing, and may reduce buildup of seed treatments.
NOTE: Talc-Graphite lubricant MUST be mixed evenly during fill.
Bulk Fill Hoppers
Mix 8 lbs. of 80/20 talc-graphite each time the bulk seed hopper is filled. Regular graphite use prolongs life of the seed
meter components, improves seed spacing, and may reduce buildup of seed treatments.
NOTE: Talc-Graphite lubricant MUST be mixed evenly during fill.
TALC
Talc seed lubricant may be used as a drying agent in addition to graphite lubrication. The drying agent may improve
seed release and/or to retard buildup of seed treatments on meter components.
1. Fill hopper ½ full of seed, add ¼ cup (conventional); 2 pounds (Bulk Fill) of talc and mix thoroughly.
2. Finish filling hopper, add another ¼ cup (conventional); 2 pounds (Bulk Fill) of talc and mix thoroughly.
3. Adjust rate of talc use as needed so all seeds are coated, while avoiding a buildup of talc in bottom of hopper.
Humid conditions and/or small sized seeds with extra seed treatment may require additional talc to maintain meter
performance.
NOTE: Liquid seed treatments or innoculants may create buildup on the seed disc or brushes. Check
frequently for proper population and/or seed delivery when using any liquid seed treatment.
Completely mix all treatments with seed following manufacturers’ recommendations. Seed treatment dumped on top of seed
after hopper is filled may not mix properly and cause seed bridging, reducing population or stopping meter from planting.
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