Insecticides
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Runoff
:
Do not apply to terrain where there is a potential for surface runoff to enter aquatic systems.
Leaching
:
Imidacloprid demonstrates the properties and characteristics associated with chemicals detected in
groundwater. The use of Admire 240/Alias 240 SC/Grapple/Grapple
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in areas where soils are permeable, particularly
where the water table is shallow, may result in groundwater contamination.
Toxicity
Acute oral toxicity LD
50
(
rats) = 4,143 - 4,870 mg/kg. Dermal toxicity LD
50
(
rabbits) = 2,000 mg/kg. Highly toxic to
bees.
Storage
Store in cool, dry place and avoid cross contamination with other pesticides, fertilizers, food and feed. Store in
original container.
Assail 70 WP
Group 4
Formulation
Product
Company
Active ingredient Formulation
Container size
Assail 70 WP (PCP# 27128)
E.I. duPont Canada Acetamiprid: 70% Wettable powder
340
g
Crops, Insects Controlled and Rates
Crop
Insects controlled Rate per acre Specific comments
Potato
Aphids
22.7 - 34.8
g
Use the higher rates when the majority of the Colorado potato beetle
population is in the adult stage and for heavy pest pressure. Do not make
more than 2 applications per crop year. Do not exceed a total of 69.5 grams
of product per acre per season.
Colorado potato beetle 16.2 - 32.4 g
Alfalfa
(
seed)
Alfalfa plant bug
35.2 - 68.8
g
Apply from pre-bloom up to when 50% of seed pods are ripe. Begin when
adults and/or 4-5th instar nymphs have reached economic threshold levels.
Use the higher rate for heavier infestations A maximum of 3 applications
per season.
Tarnished plant bug
(
suppression)
Corn
(
sweet)
Aphids
22.7-34.8
g
Begin applications when treatment thresholds have been reached.
Adequate spray coverage is essential to obtain optimum control.
Registered Tank Mixes
None registered.
Application Information
How to Apply
:
Apply with ground equipment. Aerial application for potatoes only.
Water Volume
:
Ground: 80 L/acre for corn and potatoes; 40 L/acre for alfalfa. Aerial (Potatoes): 19 L/acre.
Application Tips
Thorough coverage is important to obtain optimum control. Do not apply more than once every 7 days.
How it Works
Assail 70 WP is absorbed into plant tissue and translocated to protect tender new shoots, passing through leaves to
provide underside coverage. Assail works on insect pests through both contact and ingestion.
Admire 240 Flowable /Alias 240 SC/Grapple/Grapple
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cont’d)