Defiance 0.86 EC IGR

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.

READ ENTIRE LABEL. USE STRICTLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS AND DIRECTIONS, AND WITH APPLICABLE STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS.

Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either directly or through drift. Only protected handlers may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for pesticide regulation.

TANK MIXES

NOTICE: Tank mixing or use of this product with any other product which is not specifically and expressly authorized by the label shall be the exclusive risk of the user, applicator and/or application advisor, to the extent allowed by applicable law. Read and follow the entire label of each product to be used in the tank mix with this product.

PLANT TOLERANCE 

IMPORTANT

A large number of existing ornamental varieties and cultivars coupled with the constant introduction of new varieties makes it impossible to field test Defiance 0.86 EC in every locale where sold or in all of the combinations created by these differences. These differences include the soil or media type, pH moisture or fertility, environmental conditions such as temperature, lighting or degree-days and horticultural practice and the manner of use and application of this product.

To ensure that Defiance 0.86 EC is compatible with the variety or cultivar under your specific conditions, test the product on a limited scale and observe for phytotoxicity for two weeks before making large-scale applications. Phytotoxicity has been observed on the following plants: Salvia (Salvia spp.), Ghost Plant (Graptopetalum paraguayense), Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata), Schefflera (Schefflera spp.), Gardenia (Gardenia spp.), and Coral Bells (Heuchera sanguinea). It is therefore recommended that Defiance 0.86 EC not be used on these plants. Do not apply to Poinsettia after bract formation.

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare no more spray mixture than is necessary for the immediate operation. Thoroughly clean spray equipment before using this product. Agitate thoroughly before and during application. Flush spray tank thoroughly with clean water daily after use and dispose of pesticide rinsate by application to a previously treated area. Add 1/2 to 2/3 of the required amount of water to the spray or mix tank. With the agitator running, add the required amount of Defiance 0.86 EC. Continue agitation while adding the remainder of the water. Begin application of the spray solution after Defiance 0.86 EC has been added and completely dispersed into the mix water. Maintain agitation until all of the mixture has been applied.

COMPATIBILITY

Defiance 0.86 EC is compatible with most commonly used insecticides, fungicides and spray adjuvants used in the production of ornamental plants. When using Defiance 0.86 EC in tank mixes with other pesticides, observe all directions for use and precautions on the respective tank mix label. When making an application of a tank mix for the first time, it is recommended that a few plants be treated and observed for phytotoxicity for two to four weeks before making large-scale applications.

LOW VOLUME SYSTEMS

Defiance 0.86 EC has been evaluated and shown to be effective for foliar applications when applied through Electrostatic Spraying Systems, PulsFOG® Systems or other low volume systems. To calculate the amount of product to be applied, use the appropriate amount of Defiance 0.86 EC for the square footage to be treated with spray as listed. The amount of carrier (water) is dependent on the amount needed for adequate coverage. Do not use low volume systems to control soil-inhibiting insects such as fungus gnats and shore flies.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE IN IRRIGATION SYSTEMS

California: Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system.

Important: First-time users of Defiance 0.86 EC through irrigation systems should make an application to a small area with only a few plants present to ensure that the irrigation system is delivering a uniform, even application across the application area.

Chemigation: Do not apply Defiance 0.86 EC through any type of irrigation system when applying for control of foliar insects. Defiance 0.86 EC may be applied through overhead irrigation at rates recommended in this label to provide proper coverage of all surfaces when treating for fungus, gnats and shore flies. Overhead irrigation systems include overhead sprinklers such as impact or micro-sprinklers, mist-type irrigation such as fog systems and hand-held calibrated irrigation equipment such as a hand-held wand with the injector. Do not apply this product through any other type of irrigation system. Plant injury or lack of effectiveness, or illegal pesticide residues in a crop can result from the non-uniform distribution of treated water. If you have questions about calibration, contact either State Extension Specialists, equipment manufacturers, or other experts. Do not connect an irrigation system (including greenhouse systems) used for pesticide applications to a public water system, unless the pesticide label prescribed safety devices for public water systems are in place. A person knowledgeable of the chemigation system and responsible for its operation, or under the supervision of the responsible person, shall shut the system down to make necessary adjustments should the need arise.

Operation Instructions

1. The system must contain a functional check valve, vacuum relief valve, and low-pressure drain appropriately located on the irrigation pipeline to prevent water source contamination from backflow.

2. The pesticide injection pipeline must contain a functional, automatic, quick-closing check-valve to prevent the flow of fluid back toward the injection pump.

3. The pesticide injection pipeline must also contain a functional, normally closed, solenoid-operated valve located on the intake side of the injection pump and connected to the system interlock to prevent fluid from being withdrawn from the supply tank when the irrigation system is either automatically or manually shut down.

4. The system must contain functional interlocking controls to automatically shut off the pesticide injection pump when the water pump motor stops.

5. The irrigation line or water pump must include a functional pressure switch, which will stop the water pump motor when the water pressure decreases to the point where pesticide distribution is adversely affected.

6. Systems must use a metering pump, such as a positive displacement injection pump (e.g., diaphragm pump), effectively designed and constructed of materials that are compatible with pesticides and capable of being fitted with a system interlock.

7. Do not apply when wind speed favors drift beyond the area intended for treatment. Avoid spray overlap, as injury may result.

8. Prepare a minimum mixture of 1 gal of water with the desired rate of Defiance 0.86 EC and inject this mixture into the system. Injecting a larger volume of a more dilute mixture will usually provide more accurate calibration of metering equipment. Maintain sufficient agitation to keep Defiance 0.86 EC in suspension.

9. Meter into irrigation water during the beginning of the irrigation cycle. It is important to continue running the system after the Defiance 0.86 EC application is finished to remove all the product from the foliage and get it into the areas where the immature insect stages are located.

Systems Connected to Public Water Systems

1. Public water system means a system for the provision to the public of piped water for human consumption if such system has at least 15 service connections or regularly serves an average of at least 25 individuals daily at least 60 days of the year.

2. Chemigation systems connected to public water systems must contain a functional, reduced pressure zone, backflow preventer (RPZ) or the functional equivalent in the water supply line upstream from the point of pesticide introduction. As an option to the RPZ, the water from the public water systems should be discharged into a reservoir tank prior to pesticide introduction. There shall be a complete physical break (air gap) between the outlet end of the fill pipe and the top or overflow rim of the reservoir tank of at least twice the inside diameter of the fill pipe.

3. The pesticide injection pipeline must contain a functional, automatic, quick-closing check valve to prevent the flow of fluid back toward the injection pump.

4. The pesticide injection pipeline must also contain a functional, normally closed solenoid-operated valve located on the intake side of the injection pump and connected to the system interlock to prevent fluid from being withdrawn from the supply tank when the irrigation system is either automatically or manually shut down.

5. The system must contain functional interlocking controls to automatically shut off the pesticide injection pump when the water pump motor stops, or in cases where there is no water pump when the water pressure decreases to the point where the pesticide distribution is adversely affected.

6. Systems must use a metering pump, such as a positive displacement injection pump (e.g., diaphragm pump), effectively designed and constructed of materials that are compatible with pesticides and capable of being fitted with a system interlock.