Caring for turf is a Shaw s family tradition.

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2 Caring for turf is a Shaw s family tradition. 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. 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 posi tioned ourselves for the next half-century with continuing investments in innovative production processes, product quality, structural management and environmental stewardship. This philosophy of reinvestment in the com pany has helped our products become recognized as leaders in consistent performance, quality and reliability. We re committed to helping you meet the challenges of golf course turf management. Today, both public and private golf courses are facing more turf management challenges than ever. Use is increasing, while water usage and environmental requirements are becoming more stringent. Knox is ready to help you meet all current and future challenges. We have the products; we have the understanding. And we re ready to help you grow your best. 3

4 Season-long fertilizer and control for sports turf managers. One early shot of Shaw s Turf Food with and takes care of crabgrass and grubs for the entire 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 Food with added and feeds turf while it takes care of crabgrass, grubs, and other weed and insect pests during the playing season. With, 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. Low risk is classified as Reduced Risk by U.S. EPA and Health Canada, Pest Management Regulatory Agency. With, you get: Excellent preemergence and early postemergence crabgrass control. Season-long control of other grasses and broadleaf weeds. No staining and low odor. COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTION LIKE NO OTHER The patented polymer coating used with XRT and SurfCote releases nitrogen in the same regular pattern that regulates turf demand for nitrogen. Urea Polymer coating Wax coating Whether you need 90, 120 or 180 days of consistent, time-released fertilizer, Shaw s brand fertilizers will meet your needs. 4 SurfCote : one comprehensive solution (even nutrient uptake)

5 XRT Extended- Fertilizer Technology 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. How it works. XRT uses an innovative polymer resin to provide temperature-dependent nutrient release. As temperatures rise during the season, urea nitrogen is released at a consistent rate, matching nutrient demands of turf and specialty crops. After complete release, the polymer decomposes into naturally occurring compounds. The XRT Advantage: Greener, healthier turf and specialty crops. 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. SurfCote controlled-release technology delivers nutrients throughout the season. SurfCote has the most advanced controlledrelease fertilizer technology an innovative and proprietary polymer resin encapsulation with a sustained release. 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 them most. 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. 5

6 Platinum turf fertilizer Micronized, dust-free pellets with patented technology that provides consistent, season-long release are at the heart of Platinum s success in delivering more usable nitrogen to your turf. Each uniform pellet contains the complete range of essential plant nutrients that are released slowly and consistently for an entire season, keeping greens, tees and fairways healthy and vigorous without risk of overconsumption or environmental issues. Platinum also offers: Less damage during shipping, handling and application due to the dust-free formulations. Even spreading and canopy penetration, thanks to the small pellet size. Low potential to burn due to the low salt index. Less runoff and leaching because plants take up nutrients as fast as they are released. Gro-Gard all-natural turf and ornamental fertilizer Gro-Gard is a proprietary blend of two bioactive amino acids and cofactors that activates two key plant amino acids that help regulate nutrient uptake and movement within the plant. With greater nutrient availability, plants can achieve their full genetic potential for growth and vigor. With Gro-Gard, roots grow deeper and with greater mass, delivering a healthier, lusher and greener course all season long. Your turf is protected, even during the peak golf season, because nutrient delivery is enhanced during the entire season. Flexible Plant Tube Study Only Gro-Gard Roots grow strong and deep with Gro-Gard Platinum works harder. Compared to other fertilizers, Platinum puts more nutrients into the plant by limiting the fraction of hot-water-insoluble polymers (HWIN) and free urea. Root Depth (mm) COMPETITORS C PLATINUM P Root Dry Weight (mg) Other Biostimulants (4) Gro-Gard Percent of Nitrogen by Type Gro-Gard fertilizers with controls provide flexibility. Gro-Gard, which is formulated with a fertilizer, gives you the richest, greenest fairways and greens. And if you need flexibility, Gro-Gard is also available in Shaw s complete line of preemergent fertilizers that provide weed and insect control HWIN Very slowly available nitrogen CWIN Slowly available nitrogen WSCRN Less readily available nitrogen UREA N Readily available nitrogen Spray-on applications offer more options. Gro-Gard SG is a spray-on solution for ornamentals and for turf trouble spots. Gro-Gard SG applications can begin as early as seeding or transplanting and continue throughout the growing season. It is compatible with most commonly used fungicides, insecticides, micronutrients and spray adjuvants. 6

7 Premium Blended Fertilizers with Surf Controlled- Technology SGN Size Nitrogen Source Units Slow % Slow (lbs. per Shaw s Straight Surf Materials with Gro-Gard ,600 Surf N (N) 100% ,500 Surf N (N) 100% ,600 Surf N (N) 100% , (K 2 O) 100% PC-SOP Shaw s Surf Blends with Gro-Gard (SGN Size 230) ,025 Surf N % PC-SOP ,000 Surf N % SOP ,190 Surf N % SOP ,190 Surf N % SOP ,000 Surf N % MOP ,195 Surf N % SOP Shaw s Surf Fairway Blends with Gro-Gard (SGN Size 150) ,000 Surf N % PC-SOP ,600 Surf N % SOP ,990 Surf N % PC-SOP ,200 Surf N % SOP ,190 Surf N % SOP Surf N-4 = Polymer-Coated Urea (4-Month Nitrogen ) Surf N-6 = Polymer-Coated Urea (6-Month Nitrogen ) PC-SOP = Polymer-Coated Sulfate of Potash SOP = Sulfate of Potash MOP = Muriate of Potash SurfCote Advantage Reduces nitrogen loss due to ammonia volatilization and leaching. Improves nitrogen efficiency. Consistent release of nutrients throughout the season. Delivers uniform color and growth. Extremely durable shell for more consistent performance. Saves time and money. 7

8 Premium Blended Fertilizers with XRT Controlled- Nitrogen Technology SGN Size Nitrogen Source Units Slow % Slow (lbs. per Shaw s Straight XRT Materials ,780 XRT 44.0 (N) 100% ,780 XRT 44.0 (N) 100% Shaw s XRT Blends (SGN Size 230) ,500 XRT % MOP ,866 XRT % MOP Gro-Gard 50 15,000 XRT % MOP ,500 XRT % MOP ,000 XRT % MOP Shaw s XRT Fairway Blends with Gro-Gard (SGN Size 150) ,000 XRT % SOP XRT = Polymer-Coated Urea MOP = Muriate of Potash SOP = Sulfate of Potash Premium Blended Fertilizers with Controlled- Phosphate and Nitrogen SGN Size Nitrogen Source Units Slow % Slow (lbs. per Shaw s Turf Fertilizers with Gro-Gard and Crystal Green Controlled- Phosphate ,555 MU/CG % SOP ,500 CG % ,500 CG % MU = Methylene Urea CG = Crystal Green SOP = Sulfate of Potash 8 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.

9 Homogeneous Controlled- Fertilizers SGN Size Nitrogen Source Units Slow % Slow (lbs. per Shaw s Platinum Fairway Fertilizers with Gro-Gard (SGN Size 160) ,500 MU % SOP ,500 MU/ORG % SOP Shaw s Platinum Greens Grade Fertilizers with Gro-Gard (SGN Size 90) ,500 MU % SOP ,500 MU/ORG % SOP MU = Methylene Urea ORG = Composted Chicken Poultry SOP = Sulfate of Potash Shaw s Water-Soluble Fertilizers SGN Size Nitrogen Source Water Soluble 25 Urea MOP Water Soluble 25 Urea NOP Water Soluble 25 Urea NOP Sprayable 25 Urea MOP = Muriate of Potash NOP = Nitrate of Potash Floor space is a valuable commodity. So we help our customers maximize floor space by palletizing products that can be stacked vertically with confidence. Knox maintains over 200,000 square feet of finished product storage equipped with more than 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. 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. 9

10 Shaw s One & Done Blends with Gro-Gard and Insect and Preemergent Weed Control Control A.I. per Acre Control A.I. per Acre Shaw s Surf Blends with Gro-Gard and Insect and Preemergent Weed Control (SGN Size 230) %.222%.253% Nitrogen Source Units Slow % Slow (lbs. per ,520 Surf N % PC-SOP ,520 Surf N % PC-MOP ,520 Surf N % ,520 Surf N % ,520 Surf N % Shaw s XRT Blends with Gro-Gard and Insect and Preemergent Weed Control (SGN Size 230) , MOP ,520 XRT N % Shaw s Surf Blends with Gro-Gard and Insect and Preemergent Weed Control (SGN Size 150) % ,520 Surf N % SOP ,520 Surf N % PC-SOP ,520 Surf N % SOP Shaw s XRT Blends with Gro-Gard and Insect and Preemergent Weed Control (SGN Size 150) Please see ONE & DONE s Section (page 4) for more options , SOP ,520 XRT N % Surf N-4 = Polymer-Coated Urea (Up to 4-Month Nitrogen ) Surf N-6 = Polymer-Coated Urea (Up to 6-Month Nitrogen ) XRT N-3 = Polymer-Coated Urea (Up to 3-Month Nitrogen ) PC-MOP = Polymer-Coated Potassium Chloride MOP = Potassium Chloride SOP = Potassium Sulfate PC-SOP = Polymer-Coated Potassium Sulfate Shaw s One & Done Blend with Insect and Preemergent Weed Control Control A.I. per Acre Control A.I. per Acre Shaw s XRT Blends with Insect and Preemergent Weed Control (SGN Size 230) XRT N-3 = Polymer-Coated Urea (Up to 3-Month Nitrogen ) Nitrogen Source Units Slow % Slow (lbs. per ,520 XRT N % MOP MOP = Potassium Chloride 10

11 Two Problems. one solution. Season-long crabgrass and grub control in one early application. Shaw s Turf Food with and. One early shot takes care of crabgrass and grubs for the whole season. So you can move on to other things. To learn more, call (574) or visit

12 Shaw s Premium Blends with Insect Control Control % Active Active Ingredient per Acre Nitrogen Source Units Slow % Slow (lbs. per Shaw s Surf Blends with Gro-Gard and Insect Control (SGN Size 230) Merit 0.20% ,286 Surf N % MOP ,520 Surf N % MOP Shaw s Surf Blends with Gro-Gard and Insect Control (SGN Size 150) Merit 0.20% ,286 Surf N % SOP ,520 Surf N % SOP Shaw s XRT Blends and Insect Control (SGN Size 230) Merit 0.20% ,286 Urea 0.0 0% Merit 0.20% ,286 XRT % MOP % ,520 XRT % MOP Allectus 0.225% ,052 XRT % MOP Shaw s XRT Fairway Blends with Gro-Gard and Insect Control (SGN Size 150) Merit 0.20% ,286 XRT % SOP ,520 XRT % SOP Surf N-4 = Polymer-Coated Urea (Up to 4-Month Nitrogen ) MOP = Muriate of Potash SOP = Potassium Sulfate XRT = Polymer-Coated Urea (Up to 3-Month Nitrogen ) EPA Reg. No. Control Premium Custom-Blended Fertilizers with Insect Control % Active PESTICIDE APPLICATION RATE INFORMATION Pounds A.I. per Acre* Pounds per Acre* Pounds per 1,000 sq. ft.* Weight Low High Low High Low High Low High Merit 0.20% ,286 11, ,535 7,267 *Always refer to the pesticide label for prescribed application rates. Those listed in the table above are only a guide. 12

13 Shaw s Premium Blends with Preemergent Weed Control Control % Active Active Ingredient per Acre Nitrogen Source Units Slow Shaw s Surf Blends with Gro-Gard and Preemergent Weed Control (SGN Size 230) % Slow (lbs. per Barricade 0.28% ,111 Surf N % PC-SOP Barricade 0.28% ,111 Surf N % MOP Barricade 0.28% ,111 Surf N % MOP Barricade 0.28% ,111 Surf N % MOP Barricade 0.38% ,500 Surf N % MOP Barricade 0.38% ,500 Surf N % Ronstar 1.00% ,893 Surf N % MOP Prodiamine 0.28% ,111 Surf N % MOP Shaw s Surf Blends with Gro-Gard and Preemergent Weed Control (SGN Size 150) % ,500 Surf N % SOP % ,500 Surf N % SOP Shaw s XRT Blends with Gro-Gard and Preemergent Weed Control (SGN Size 230) Barricade 0.28% ,500 XRT % MOP Barricade 0.28% ,500 XRT % MOP Barricade 0.28% ,500 XRT % MOP Barricade 0.38% ,500 XRT % MOP % ,500 XRT % MOP % ,500 XRT % MOP Shaw s XRT Fairway Blends with Gro-Gard and Preemergent Weed Control (SGN Size 150) Barricade 0.38% ,500 XRT % SOP Barricade 0.38% ,500 XRT % % ,160 XRT % SOP % ,160 XRT % % ,535 XRT % SOP *Always refer to the pesticide label for prescribed application rates. Those listed in the table above are only a guide. Surf N-4 = Polymer-Coated Urea (Up to 4-Month Nitrogen ) Surf N-6 = Polymer-Coated Urea (Up to 6-Month Nitrogen ) XRT = Polymer-Coated Urea (Up to 3-Month Nitrogen ) PC-SOP = Polymer-Coated Potassium Sulfate MOP = Muriate of Potash SOP = Sulfate of Potash 13

14 Premium Custom-Blended Fertilizers with Preemergent Weed Control EPA Reg. No. Control % Active PESTICIDE APPLICATION RATE INFORMATION Pounds A.I. per Acre* Pounds per Acre* Pounds per 1,000 sq. ft.* Weight Low High Low High Low High Low High Barricade 0.28% ,335 4, Barricade 0.38% ,794 5, % ,483 4, % ,727 5, % ,762 7, Ronstar 1.00% ,875 5, Ronstar 1.50% ,353 8,177 *Always refer to the pesticide label for prescribed application rates. Those listed in the table above are only a guide. Shaw s Blends with Postemergent Herbicide Control % Active Active Ingredient per Acre Nitrogen Source Units Slow % Slow (lbs. per Shaw s XRT Blends with Viper Postemergent Herbicide (SGN Size 150) Viper 1.58% ,000 XRT % MOP XRT = Polymer-Coated Urea (Up to 3-Month Nitrogen ) MOP = Muriate of Potash Shaw s Preemergent Weed Control Granules Control % Active Active Ingredient per Acre (lbs. per Treflan 5.00% , Shaw s Gro-Gard SG Bio-Active Amino Acid Control % Active Active Ingredient per Acre Lbs. per Acre Gro-Gard 100% 2 oz. 8# 43,560 2 ounces 64 2-ounce packets per pail 14

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16 Quality is our promise. Knox Fertilizer leads the lawn-and-garden plant food industry with rigid specification standards and quality control. We check our prod ucts 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, Inc. P.O. Box 248 Knox, IN Phone (574) Fax (574) One & Done is a trademark and Shaw s, Gro-Gard, the Gro-Gard shield, Platinum and Surf are registered trademarks of Knox Fertilizer Company, Inc. XRT and SurfCote are registered trademarks of KMB Technologies, LLC. Crystal Green is a registered trademark of Ostara Nutrient Recovery Technologies Inc. Barricade is a registered trademark of a Syngenta Group Company. is a registered trademark of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company or its affiliates. Merit, Allectus and Ronstar are registered trademarks of Bayer. Treflan and are registered trademarks of Dow AgroSciences LLC. Viper is a registered trademark of BASF Knox Fertilizer Company, Inc.