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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Genfarm Alpha Cypermethrin 250SC is a suspension concentrate acting as a contact and residual insecticide. It can be used as a protective treatment at regular intervals or as a knockdown treatment to control existing infestations.

MIXING:

• Shake or roll the container before measuring to ensure thorough mixing.

• No pre-mixing is required. Add the product to the partly filled spray vat while agitating.

• Continue agitation while topping up the tank and during spraying.

• Reseal partly used containers immediately after use.

APPLICATION:

• Genfarm Alpha Cypermethrin 250SC can be applied by ground or aircraft.

• Thorough coverage is crucial for adequate control.

• Always apply with a non-ionic surfactant unless specified otherwise on the label of a tank mix partner.

• Apply during the cooler parts of the day or night.

GROUND APPLICATION:

• For low-volume spraying of field crops with ground rigs, use a total volume of 50-200 L/ha, except for sweet corn, tomatoes, and tobacco, where higher volumes should be used.

• Use drop arms on ground rigs in row crops taller than 30 cm.

• Apply as a fine spray, preferably using hollow cone nozzles, unless otherwise directed in the Critical Comments.

AERIAL APPLICATION:

• Do not apply to trellis tomatoes by aircraft.

• Use a minimum spray volume of 20 L/ha.

• For spring/early summer application to cereals, linola, canola, rice, and other dense crops, apply in a total spray volume of 30 to 35 L/ha.

• If possible, spray in a crosswind. Avoid spraying in calm conditions or when wind is light and variable in direction.

• Apply with a fine spray droplet size category.

RESISTANCE WARNING:

• Genfarm Alpha Cypermethrin 250SC is a Group 3A insecticide. Some naturally occurring insect biotypes resistant to this and other Group 3A insecticides may exist due to normal genetic variability in any insect population.

• The effectiveness of Genfarm Alpha Cypermethrin 250SC on resistant individuals could be significantly reduced.

• No liability is accepted for losses resulting from the failure of the product to control resistant insects.

• Specific resistance management strategies may apply, and users are encouraged to seek advice.

PRECAUTION:

• Do not use human flaggers unless protected by engineering controls such as vehicles with cabs.

RE-ENTRY PERIOD:

• Do not allow entry into treated areas for 12 hours after application.

• When prior entry is necessary, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, and chemical-resistant gloves.

• Clothing must be laundered after each day’s use.

PROTECTION OF LIVESTOCK:

• Dangerous to bees. Do not spray on plants in flower while bees are foraging.

• Genfarm Alpha Cypermethrin 250SC may deter foraging bees for a short period after spraying. Reduce risk to bees by spraying in early morning or late evening when bees are not foraging.

PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEANS, AND ENVIRONMENT:

• Dangerous to fish and aquatic invertebrates.

• Do not contaminate fish ponds, dams, drains, rivers, or streams with the product or used containers.

• Drift and runoff from treated areas may be hazardous to fish in adjacent sites.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL:

• Store in the closed, original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.

• Triple-rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to the spray tank. Do not dispose of undiluted chemicals on site.

• If recycling, replace the cap and return clean containers to the recycler or designated collection point.

• Refillable containers (110 L): Empty contents fully into application equipment. Close all valves and return to the point of supply for refill or storage.