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For the control of certain insect pests in Barley, Cotton, Wheat and various field crops as per the Directions for Use

DIRECTIONS FOR USE
For ULV application: KARATE ZEON can be bulked up with spraying oils for all uses except those indicated in the Critical Comments

BARLEY, WHEAT
Pest: Blackhead Pasture Cockchafer (Aphodius tasmaniae)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 20 or 40 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Treat as soon as possible after the autumn rains stimulate egg hatching and activity of existing larvae. This can be ascertained by monitoring soil populations in known areas. For best results spray when the larvae have surfaced to feed after rain. Preferably use a boom spray delivering 70 to 100 L water/ha. Use the lower rate until early June and the higher rate after mid-late June.
DO NOT USE ULV APPLICATION FOR THIS PEST

Pest: Brown or Pink Cutworm (Agrotis munda)
State: All States
Rate: 12 or 18 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)

Pest: Common Cutworm (Agrotis infusa)
State: NSW only
Rate: 12 or 18 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)

Critical Comments: For best results apply at first sign of infestation before larvae are 10 mm long. If larvae are larger than 10 mm use the higher rate. Use a minimum 50 L water.

Pest: Pasture Webworm (Hednota spp.)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA onl
Rate: 12 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: 
Pre-seeding: The product can be tank mixed with knockdown herbicides.
Post-crop emergence: Inspect crop regularly from sowing. Spray at first sign of damage. Use a minimum 50 L water/ha. Apply at first sign of infestation before larvae are 10 mm long.

Pest: Redlegged Earthmite (Halotydeus destructor)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA onl
Rate: 9 mLΔ/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: If mites are present on an establishing crop, apply at first sign of crop emergence. Monitor crop regularly for reinfestation and respray if necessary.

Pest: Aphids (Rhopalosiphum spp.) (Barley yellow dwarf virus vectors)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA onl
Rate: 12 or 18 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: To control aphids sprays should be applied at 4 and 8 weeks after emergence to reduce aphid colonisation and suppress Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus. Use the higher rate when greater than 15 aphids on 50% of tillers is expected during the season.

BROCCOLI, BRUSSELS SPROUTS, CABBAGES, CAULIFLOWERS, FORAGE BRASSICAS
Pest: Cabbage Cluster Caterpillar (Crocidolomia parvonana), Cabbage White Butterfly (Pieris rapae), Diamond Back Moth (Plutella xylostella)
State: All States
Rate: 24 or 36 mL/ha plus Agral® Spray Adjuvant at 10 mL/100 L spray volume
WHP: 2 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Apply at first sign of infestation. For schedule spraying on a weekly basis, use the lower rate. For spraying as needed, use the higher rate for longer persistence. Use a minimum 500 L water/ha.

CANOLA
Pest: Cabbage White Butterfly (Pieris rapae), Cabbage Moth / Diamond Back Moth (Plutella xylostella)
State: All States
Rate: 24 mL/ha
WHP: 7 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Apply as soon as larvae reach threshold numbers. Check with local officer of the Department of Agriculture for thresholds applicable to the particular growth stage of the crop.

Pest: Grey Cluster Bug, Rutherglen Bug (Nysius spp)
State: All States
Rate: 36 mL/ha
WHP: 7 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Apply only near maturity when severe infestations are likely to downgrade yields.

Pest: Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 24 or 36 mL/ha
WHP: 7 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: For best results, apply at hatching or soon after. Use higher rate if the crop is dense or the larvae are larger than 10 mm.

Pest: Thrips (Thrips tabaci)
State: Qld, NSW, Vic, Tas, WA, NT only
Rate: 36 mL/ha
WHP: 7 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Apply only near maturity when severe infestations are likely to downgrade yields.

Pest: Redlegged Earthmite (Halotydeus destructor)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 9 mL†/ha
WHP: 7 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: If mites are present on an establishing crop, apply at the first sign of crop emergence. Monitor the crop regularly for reinfestation and respray if necessary.

CHICKPEAS, FABA BEANS, LENTILS, VETCH
Pest: Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera)
State: NSW, Vic, SA, WA only
Rate: 24 or 36 mL/ha
WHP: 7 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: For best results, apply at hatching or soon after. Use the higher rate if the crop is dense or the larvae are larger than 10 mm.

Pest: Redlegged Earthmite (Halotydeus destructor)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 9 mLΔ/ha
WHP: 7 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: If mites are present on an established crop, apply at first sign of crop emergence. Monitor crop regularly for reinfestation and respray if necessary. Control of Lucerne Flea will not be obtained with application.

COTTON
Pest: Apple Dimpling Bug (Campylomma liebknechti), Brokenbacked Bug (Taylorilygus pallidulus), Brown Mirid (C. pacificus), Cottonseed Bug (Oxycarenus luctuosus), Green Mirid (Creontiades dilutus), Leafhoppers (Austroasca viridigrisea, Amrasca terraereginae), Pale Cotton Stainer (Dysdercus sidae)
State: Qld, NSW, WA, NT only
Rate: 60 mL/ha
WHP: 21 days (H)
Critical Comments: Apply at recommended threshold levels as indicated by field checks.

Pest: Cotton Bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera), Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera)
State: Qld, NSW, WA, NT only
Rate: 60 mL/ha
WHP: 21 days (H)
Critical Comments: Apply when egg laying is light, less than 25 eggs/100 terminals and no larvae are present.
Rate: 70 mL/ha
WHP: 21 days (H)
Critical Comments: Apply when egg laying is moderate, greater than 25 eggs/100 terminals and/or when less than 12 newly hatched larvae/100 terminals are present.
Rate: 85 mL/ha
WHP: 21 days (H)
Critical Comments: Apply when egg laying is heavy and continuous and/or when H. punctigera larvae are greater than 10 mm in length. For H. armigera, apply only to larvae less than 5 mm in length.

Pest: Pink-Spotted Bollworm (Pectinophora scutigera)
State: Qld, NT only
Rate: 70 mL/ha
WHP: 21 days (H)
Critical Comments: Controlled with the Helicoverpa spp. program when used at this rate. If the Pink-Spotted Bollworm is the only pest present, apply when more than 10 adult moths are caught in pheromone traps on 2 consecutive nights.

FIELD PEAS
Pest: Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera)
State: NSW, Vic, SA, WA only
Rate: 24 or 36 mL/ha
WHP: 7 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: For best results, apply at hatching or soon after. Use higher rate if the crop is dense or the larvae are larger than 10 mm.

Pest: Pea Weevil (Bruchus pisorum)
State: NSW, SA only
Rate: 24 mL/ha
State: Vic, WA only
Rate: 36 mL/ha
WHP: 7 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: 
SA only: Follow State Department of Agriculture guidelines for controlling Pea Weevil. If these are unavailable, monitor the crops regularly once flowering commences and apply as soon as adult weevils are detected. Adults must be controlled before egg laying begins. Both Native Budworm and Pea Weevil populations can be easily monitored using a sweep net in the top section of the crop.
WA only: Commence monitoring the crop for Pea Weevil presence using a sweep net, prior to flowering. Spray when 1 weevil/100 sweeps is found for milling grade seed, or 1 weevil/25 sweeps for feed grade seed. Continue monitoring after spraying and respray if necessary. Use either a border spray (most cases) or whole crop spray, depending on Pea Weevil penetration of the crop.

Pest: Redlegged Earthmite (Halotydeus destructor)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 9 mLΔ/ha
WHP: 7 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: If mites are present on an establishing crop, apply at the first sign of crop emergence. Monitor crop regularly for reinfestation and respray if necessary. Control of Lucerne Flea will not be obtained with this application.

LEMONS, ORANGES
Pest: Fullers Rose Weevil (Asynonychus cervinus)
State: All States
Rate: 300 mL/100 L
as a directed spray
WHP: 4 weeks (H)
Critical Comments: Firstly ensure that the trees are skirted and all weeds under the trees are removed. Apply 250 mL spray solution to the tree trunk at about 300 mm from the ground in a 100 mm band. Deliver the spray through a U shaped wand fitted with 4 nozzles evenly spaced around the tree. Trees must be treated in the early stages of the adult weevils emerging from the ground.

LUCERNE
Pest: Blackhead Pasture Cockchafer (Aphodius tasmaniae)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 20 or 40 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Treat as soon as possible after the autumn rains stimulate egg hatching and activity of existing larvae. This can be ascertained by monitoring soil populations in known areas. For best results spray when the larvae have surfaced to feed after rain. Preferably use a boom spray delivering 70 to 100 L water/ha. Use the lower rate until early June and the higher rate after mid-late June.
DO NOT USE ULV APPLICATION FOR THIS PEST

Pest: Lucerne Leaf Roller (Merophyas divulsana)
State: All States
Rate: 24 or 36 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: For best results apply at hatching or soon after. Use higher rate if the crop is dense or the larvae are larger than 10 mm. Apply the first spray when about 30% of the terminals are rolled.

Pest: Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera)
State: All States
Rate: 24 or 36 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: For best results apply at hatching or soon after. Use higher rate if the crop is dense or the larvae are larger than 10 mm.

Pest: Pea Aphid (Acyrthosiphon pisum)
State: All States
Rate: 24 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Good coverage, particularly the stems, is essential. Use hollow cone nozzles.

Pest: Redlegged Earthmite (Halotydeus destructor)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 9 mLΔ/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: If mites are present on an establishing crop, apply at first sign of crop emergence. Monitor crop regularly for reinfestation and respray if necessary. Control of Lucerne Flea will not be obtained with this application.

LUPINS
Pest: Brown Pasture Looper (Ciampa arietaria)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 12 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Once crop has emerged, inspect regularly and apply at the first sign of damage. Use a minimum 50 L water/ha.
DO NOT USE ULV APPLICATION FOR THIS PEST

Pest: Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera)
State: NSW, Vic, SA, WA only
Rate: 24 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: For best results, apply at hatching or soon after when larvae are small.
WA only: Environmental factors may cause populations of small caterpillars to decline, reducing damage potential. Spraying should commence once caterpillars are 12 mm in length.

Pest: Redlegged Earth Mite (Halotydeus destructor)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 9 mLΔ/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: If mites are present on an establishing crop, apply at the first sign of crop emergence. Monitor crop regularly for reinfestation and respray if necessary. Control of Lucerne Flea will not be obtained with this application.

MUNG BEANS, NAVY BEANS
Pest: Corn Earworm (Helicoverpa armigera), Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera)
State: Qld, NSW, NT only
Rate: 60 or 70 mL/ha
WHP: 
1 day (H/G) if harvested green
14 days (H/G) if harvested dry
Critical Comments: Apply when flower or pod feeding larvae reach a population of 1 to 2/m of row in navy beans and 1/m of row in mung beans. Use the higher rate if pest numbers are high or if larvae are larger than 10 mm.
Qld, Nth NSW: Where Corn Earworm has established resistance to pyrethroids DO NOT apply to Corn Earworm larvae larger than 5 mm.

ONIONS Bulbs
Pest: Onion Thrips
State: All States
Rate: 40 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H)
Critical Comments: Apply when thrips first appear. Apply via ground equipment in a minimum 300 L water/ha. DO NOT exceed a maximum of 4 applications per crop with a minimum retreatment interval of 7 days between consecutive sprays.

PASTURE
Pest: Blackhead Pasture Cockchafer (Aphodius tasmaniae)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 20 or 40 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Treat as soon as possible after the autumn rains stimulate egg hatching and activity of existing larvae. This can be ascertained by monitoring soil populations in known areas. For best results spray when the larvae have surfaced to feed after rain. Preferably use a boom spray delivering 70 to 100 L water/ha. Use the lower rate until early June and the higher rate after mid-late June.
DO NOT USE ULV APPLICATION FOR THIS PEST

Pest: Brown Pasture Looper (Ciampa arietaria)
State: All States
Rate: 12 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: DO NOT USE ULV APPLICATION FOR THIS PEST

Pest: Brown or Pink Cutworm (Agrotis munda)
State: All States
Rate: 12 to 18 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)

Pest: Common Cutworm (Agrotis infusa)
State: NSW only
Rate: 12 to 18 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)

Critical Comments: For best results apply at first sign of infestation before larvae are 10 mm long. If larvae are larger than 10 mm, use the higher rate. Use a minimum 50 L water.

Pest: Pasture Webworm (Hednota spp)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 12 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Apply once larvae are present using adequate water to ensure good penetration.

Pest: Redlegged Earthmite (Halotydeus destructor)
State: NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 9 mLΔ/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: If mites are present on an establishing crop, apply at first sign of crop emergence. Monitor crop regularly for reinfestation and respray if necessary. Control of Lucerne Flea will not be obtained with this application.

POTATOES
Pest: Vegetable Jassid (Austroasca viridigrisea)
State: All States
Rate: 24 mL/ha
WHP: 7 days (H)
Critical Comments: Apply only when numbers are excessive.

SORGHUM
Pest: Corn Earworm (Helicoverpa armigera)
State: Qld, NSW, NT only
Rate: 60 or 70 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Apply when larval numbers reach 2/head. Use the higher rate if pest pressure is severe. Best results are achieved on small larvae.

Pest: Sorghum Midge (Contarinia sorghicola)
State: Qld, NSW, NT only
Rate: 18 or 36 mL/ha
WHP: 14 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Apply when midge numbers reach 1 to 2/head. Use the higher rate for residual protection.

SOYBEANS
Pest: Corn Earworm (Helicoverpa armigera), Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera)
State: Qld, NSW, Vic, NT only
Rate: 60 or 70 mL/ha
WHP: 21 days (H/G)
Critical Comments: Apply when flower or pod feeding larvae reach a population of 2/m of row in soybeans. Use the higher rate if pest numbers are high or if larvae are larger than 10 mm.
Qld, Nth NSW: DO NOT apply to resistant H. armigera larvae larger than 5 mm in length.

SUNFLOWERS
Pest: Corn Earworm (Helicoverpa armigera), Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera)
State: Qld, Nth NSW only
Rate: 60 or 70 mL/ha
State: Sth NSW, Vic only
Rate: 48 or 60 mL/ha
WHP: 28 days (H)
Critical Comments: Apply when an average of 2 to 3 larvae are present/head or when larvae are damaging plants. Use the higher rate if pest numbers are high and/or H. punctigera larvae are larger than 10 mm in length.
Qld, Nth NSW: DO NOT apply to resistant H. armigera larvae larger than 5 mm in length.
General comments: If flowering has started, application should be deferred until after flowering but before the heads turn down. If treatment is unavoidable during flowering and bees are actively foraging in the crop, there will be minimal effect in the colony if spraying occurs early morning or late afternoon.

Pest: Grey Cluster Bug, Rutherglen Bug (Nysius spp)
State: All States
Rate: 36 mL/ha
WHP: 28 days (H)
Critical Comments: Apply when numbers reach 10 to 15 adults/plant at budding in dry land crops or 20 to 25 in irrigated crops.
Qld, Nth NSW: If Helicoverpa armigera are also present, use a minimum 60 mL product.

TOMATOES bush
Pest: Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera)
State: All States
Rate: 4 or 5 mL/ 100 L or 30 or 36 mL/ha
WHP: 1 day (H)

Pest: Tomato Grub (Helicoverpa armigera)
State: Vic, Tas, SA, WA only
Rate: 4 or 5 mL/ 100 L or 30 or 36 mL/ha
State: Qld, NSW, NT only
Rate: 4 mL/100 L or 60 mL/ha
WHP: 1 day (H)

TOMATOES trellis
Pest: Native Budworm (Helicoverpa punctigera), Tomato Grub (Helicoverpa armigera)
State: All States
Rate: 4 or 5 mL/ 100 L
WHP: 1 day (H)

Critical Comments: Treat plants on a 7 to 14 day schedule.
Qld, Nth NSW: DO NOT apply to H. armigera larvae larger than 5 mm in length.
Other areas: For best results apply soon after egg lay.
To help contain resistance, alternate sprays between different chemical groups. Check the crop every few days and follow the Summer Crop Insecticide Strategy. There may be phytotoxicty with some varieties especially Floradade.

ΔBlue Oat Mites often co-occur with Redlegged Earth Mites and the 9 mL/ha rates of KARATE ZEON may be less effective against Blue Oat Mites
NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR IN ANY MANNER, CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION

WITHHOLDING PERIODS
Harvest
Mung Beans (if harvested green), Navy Beans (if harvested green), Tomatoes:
DO NOT HARVEST FOR 1 DAY AFTER APPLICATION
Cabbages, Cauliflowers, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts:
DO NOT HARVEST FOR 2 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION
Canola, Chickpeas, Faba Beans, Field Peas, Lentils, Potatoes, Vetch:
DO NOT HARVEST FOR 7 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION
Barley, Lucerne, Lupins, Mung Beans (if harvested dry), Navy Beans (if harvested dry), Onions, Pasture, Sorghum, Wheat:
DO NOT HARVEST FOR 14 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION
Cotton, Soybeans:
DO NOT HARVEST FOR 21 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION
Lemons, Oranges, Sunflowers:
DO NOT HARVEST FOR 4 WEEKS AFTER APPLICATION
Grazing
Mung Beans (if harvested green), Navy Beans (if harvested green):
DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT FOR STOCK FOOD FOR 1 DAY AFTER APPLICATION
Forage Brassicas:
DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT FOR STOCK FOOD FOR 2 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION
Canola, Chickpeas, Faba Beans, Field Peas, Lentils, Vetch:
DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT FOR STOCK FOOD FOR 7 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION
Barley, Lucerne, Lupins, Mung Beans (if harvested dry), Navy Beans (if harvested dry), Pasture, Sorghum, Wheat:
DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT FOR STOCK FOOD FOR 14 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION
Soybeans:
DO NOT GRAZE OR CUT FOR STOCK FOOD FOR 21 DAYS AFTER APPLICATION

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Mixing
SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE
For ground or aircraft application with water: KARATE ZEON mixes readily with hard or soft water. Add the required quantity of product to water whilst under agitation to ensure thorough mixing. Agitate while spraying. It is not advisable to allow the mixed solution to stand longer than 24 hours before use. In extremely alkaline water (pH 9) spray immediately after mixing.
For ULV (ultra low volume) application with oil: It is recommended that KARATE ZEON is mixed with a mineral spraying oil. See Compatibility section for list of recommended mineral spraying oils. Add the required quantity of product to oil whilst under agitation to ensure through mixing. Agitate while spraying. It is not advisable to allow the mixed solution to stand longer than 24 hours before use.

Application
Good coverage is essential to ensure adequate control. The product may be applied by ground rig or aircraft.
DO NOT apply if rain is expected within 6 hours.
Acceptable threshold values for eggs and larval numbers may vary according to the stage of crop development and the pest management program undertaken. Alternative higher thresholds may be acceptable under certain circumstances.
Diluted with water: For ground rigs the volume of liquid applied should be 50 to 100 L/ha. Aerial application should be under conditions normally suitable for water based insecticides. Apply in at least 10 to 20 L water/ha.
Mixed with oil: Apply the recommended rate of KARATE ZEON bulked with oil to total volume of 3 to 5 L/ha for cotton, sorghum and sunflowers. The total volume for all other crops should be 1.5 L/ha.

Timing
This product is a contact and residual insecticide. Best results will be obtained if KARATE ZEON is applied as a protective treatment at regular intervals. However, if spraying frequency is based on scouting, then for Helicoverpa spp. application at egg hatch will give optimum results.

Crop Checking
Frequent and thorough checking of whole plants, terminals, squares, flowers, bolls or fruiting bodies as required, should be made over a random sample of plants, representative of the whole crop area.
Inspect crops after spraying to ensure a thorough kill has been obtained, however, note that maximum kill may not be achieved until 48 hours after treatment. Then check at frequent intervals, not more than 2 days apart when insect pressure is heavy. Apply the recommended treatment as soon as a crop check indicates spraying is necessary.

Compatibility
This product when applied as a water based spray, is compatible with the following products: Actellic 900SF, Fortress, Fusilade, Gramoxone, Pirimor, Spray.Seed and Touchdown.
This product when used in an ultra low volume application is compatible with Caltex Summer Spray Oil*, DC Tron*, DC Tron Cotton*, Omex*, Trycol*, Ulvapron* and other mineral spraying oils.

Insecticide Resistance Warning
GROUP 3A INSECTICIDE
For insecticide resistance management KARATE ZEON Insecticide is a Group 3A insecticide. Some naturally occurring insect biotypes resistant to KARATE ZEON and other Group 3A insecticides may exist through normal genetic variability in any insect population. he resistant individuals can eventually dominate the insect population if KARATE ZEON or other Group 3A insecticides are used repeatedly. The effectiveness of KARATE ZEON on resistant individuals could be significantly reduced. Since occurrence of resistant individuals is difficult to detect prior to use, Syngenta accepts no liability for any losses that may result from the failure of KARATE ZEON to control insects. KARATE ZEON may be subject to specific resistance management strategies. For further information contact your local supplier, Syngenta Crop Protection representative or local agricultural department agronomist.
Helicoverpa armigera (Heliothis) resistance in Nth NSW and Qld: To help contain pyrethroid resistance in H. armigera, the Summer Crop Insecticide Strategy as developed by AIRAC, Qld Department of Primary Industries and the NSW Department of Agriculture and Fisheries should be adhered to. Failure to observe the strategy may result in widespread resistance affecting the future viability of summer cropping.