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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
DiPel SC contains live spores and endotoxin of a naturally occurring bacterium. This product is toxic only to caterpillars of certain Lepidopterous insects (moths and butterflies). It does not harm beneficial insects and mite predators and there are no harmful crop residues. The product does not kill immediately. Once a caterpillar eats treated foliage, it stops feeding, thus protecting the crop from further damage, but it may remain on the foliage before rotting and dropping to the ground, which normally occurs within 3-4 days.

INSECTICIDE RESISTANCE WARNING:
® For insecticide resistance management DiPel SC is a Group 11A insecticide. Some naturally occurring insect biotypes resistant to DiPel SC and other Group 11A insecticides may exist through normal genetic variability in any insect population. The resistant individuals can eventually dominate the insect population if DiPel SC or other Group 11A insecticides are used repeatedly. The effectiveness of DiPel SC on resistant individuals could be significantly reduced. Since occurrence of resistant individuals is difficult to detect prior to use, Valent BioSciences and Sumitomo Chemical Australia accept no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of DiPel SC to control resistant insects. DiPel SC may be subject to specific resistant management strategies. For further information contact your local supplier, Sumitomo Chemical Australia representative or local agricultural department agronomist.

MIXING:
Ground and low-volume application: When combining DiPel SC with other compatible products in spray tanks, ensure that tanks are first emptied of all insecticides and washed out thoroughly. Add water to the spray tank to the level which provides maximum agitation. Add a buffering agent when using water with a pH greater than 8.5. With the agitator running, add the DiPel SC. Continue the agitation, add the other ® products and then the balance of water. Maintain the suspension whilst loading and spraying.

APPLICATION:
As this product must be ingested, thorough spray coverage is essential. If rain falls shortly after treatment, re-treatment may be necessary. For best results time application to coincide with egg hatch and avoid day time spraying of DiPel SC during hot weather. Repeat treatments as indicated by regular crop checking. To obtain maximum assistance from beneficial insects, avoid use of broad spectrum insecticides during a programme of the above sprays. Ensure label recommendations for any product mixed with DiPel SC are followed when mixing with DiPel ® ® SC. Ground Application: Apply in a minimum of 100L/ha to ensure good coverage. Aerial ULV Application: Apply in a minimum total volume of 3L/ha. If necessary, use Ampol D-C-Tron spray oil to make up to this volume. Use constant agitation when tank mixing. Aerial Low Volume Application: Apply in a minimum of 30L/ha for low volume aerial application.

COMPATIBILITY:
DiPel SC is compatible with most insecticides and fungicides including most ULV formulations. Any product formulated as an emulsifiable concentrate (EC) should only be used as an EC formulation not as a ULV when mixed with DiPel SC. DO NOT apply as a tank mix with or within 2 days of application of alkaline products such as cupric hydroxide (Kocide), foliar nutrients (except for flowable Zintrac and zinc sulphate), liquid fertilizers or Bordeaux mixture.

PRECAUTIONS:
DO NOT use human flagger/markers unless they are protected by engineering controls such as enclosed cabs. DO NOT use ULV product for ground (handheld or rig) application.

RE-ENTRY:
DO NOT enter until the spray has dried. When prior entry is necessary, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing), chemical resistant gloves and a disposable mist/fume mask. Clothing must be laundered after each day's use.

PROTECTION OF CROPS, NATIVE AND OTHER NON-TARGET PLANTS:
DO NOT contaminate ponds, waterways or drains with the product or used containers. The empty container must not be re-used for any other purposes.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL:
Store in the original container, tightly closed in a safe well-ventilated area as cool as possible. DO NOT expose to extremes of temperature or to direct sunlight. Triple or preferably pressure rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to spray tanks. DO NOT dispose of undiluted chemicals on site. If recycling, replace cap and return clean containers to recycler or designated collection point. If not recycling, break, crush or puncture and bury empty containers in a local authority landfill. If no landfill is available, bury the containers below 500 mm in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable vegetation and tree roots. Empty containers and product should not be burnt.