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GENERAL INFORMATION
This package contains NEALT Miticide, a suspension concentrate (SC). The active ingredient in NEALTA Miticide, cyflumetofen, is a member of the benzoylacetonitrile class of chemistry.
NEALTA Miticide is highly active on all life stages of tetranychid mites, including eggs, nymphs, and adults. When used as directed, NEALTA Miticide provides knockdown and residual control of two spotted spider mite, European red mite and McDaniel spider mite.
Due to its selective activity on tetranychid mites, NEALTA Miticide will not harm beneficial arthropods and is a good fit within Integrated Pest Management.


DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Shake container well before use.
For NEALTA Miticide to be most effective, apply at the first sign of mites before the buildup of heavy pressure. Application must be timed to coincide with locally recommended threshold levels.
Foliar applications may be made using properly calibrated ground application equipment as indicated in Table 1: NEALTA Miticide Application Instructions. NEALTA Miticide requires thorough coverage of all plant parts. Applications made with less than thorough coverage may result in slower activity and/or less control. Use of higher water volumes is recommended for thorough coverage.
Do not use in the greenhouse.
NEALTA Miticide is rainfast one (1) hour after an application has dried.

Plant Tolerance
This product has been tested on a number of crop varieties with no phytotoxicity observed at labeled rates; however, NEALTA Miticide has not been tested on all varieties and cultivars. Due to the large number of plant species and their associated varieties or cultivars, and due to variable growing conditions, it is impossible to test every plant for tolerance to this product.
It is the responsibility of the user to determine if this product can be used safely prior to commercial use. In a small test area, test the specified rates on plants for phytotoxicity prior to general use.
Before using any tankmix, test the combination on a small portion of the crop to be treated to ensure that a phytotoxic response will not occur as a result of application. Treat a small group of target crop including plant cultivars and evaluate for 3-7 days prior to making an application to your entire crop.
Consult a BASF representative or local agricultural authorities for more information concerning tank mixes.

Table 1. NEALTA Miticide Application Instructions

Crop(s) – Grape
Pest(s) – European red mite; Two-spotted spider mite; McDaniel spider mite
Amount of Product per Application (L/ha) – 1
Pre-Harvest Interval (days) – 14

Crop(s) – Pome Fruits (Crop Group 11-09): Apple; Asian pear; Azarole; Chinese quince; Crabapple; Japanese quince; Mayhaw; Medlar; Pear; Quince; Tejocote
Pest(s) – European red mite; Two-spotted spider mite; McDaniel spider mite
Amount of Product per Application (L/ha) – 1
Pre-Harvest Interval (days) – 7

Crop(s) – Strawberry
Pest(s) – Two-spotted spider mite; McDaniel spider mite
Amount of Product per Application (L/ha) – 1
Pre-Harvest Interval (days) – 1

Crop(s) – Tomato
Pest(s) – Two-spotted spider mite
Amount of Product per Application (L/ha) – 1
Pre-Harvest Interval (days) – 3

Maximum of 2 applications per growing season.
Allow a minimum of 14 days between applications. Monitor pest population and reapply if necessary once thresholds are reached.
Apply in a minimum spray volume of 500 L/ha. Higher water volumes are recommended for thorough coverage.
Do not apply if rain is expected within 1 hour.
Ground application only. Do not apply by air.
Do not apply through any type of irrigation system.
Do not use in the greenhouse.


As this product is not registered for the control of pests in aquatic systems, DO NOT use to control aquatic pests.
DO NOT contaminate irrigation or drinking water supplies or aquatic habitats by cleaning of equipment or disposal of wastes.
Field sprayer application: DO NOT apply during periods of dead calm. Avoid application of this product when winds are gusty. DO NOT apply with spray droplets smaller than the American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE) medium classification. Boom height must be 60 cm or less above the crop or ground.


RESISTANCE-MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
NEALTA Miticide has a mode of action that belongs to the group of respiration inhibitors classified by the Insecticide Resistance Action Committee as a Mitochondria complex II electron transport inhibitor belonging to Group 25. Any mite population may contain individuals naturally resistant to NEALTA Miticide and other Group 25 miticides. The resistant individuals may dominate the mite population if this group of miticides is used repeatedly in the same fields. Repeated use of miticides with similar modes of action may lead to build up of resistant strains of mites.
Other resistance mechanisms that are not linked to site of action but are specific for individual chemicals, such as enhanced metabolism, may also exist. Appropriate resistance-management strategies should be followed.
To delay resistance:
Where possible rotate the use of NEALTA Miticide or other Group 25 miticides with different groups that control the same pests.
DO NOT exceed two applications of NEALTA Miticide per season.
Use tank mixtures with miticides from a different group when such use is permitted.
Miticide use should be based on an IPM program that includes scouting and record keeping, and considers cultural, biological and other chemical control practices.
Monitor treated pest populations for resistance development.
Contact your local extension specialist or certified crop advisors for any additional pesticide resistance management and/or IPM recommendations for the specific site and pest problems in your area.
For further information or to report suspected resistance contact BASF at 1-877-371-2273 or at www.agsolutions.ca.


MIXING
1. Ensure the spray tank is clean before use. Follow the clean-out recommendations stated on the label of the product that was previously used.
2. Fill the tank one-half full of water and start agitation.
3. Add the required amount of NEALTA Miticide to the tank.
4. Add the required amount of tank mix partner to the tank if required.
5. Continue agitation while filling the remainder of the spray tank.
6. Clean the spray tank after use.


PRECAUTIONS
1. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
2. During mixing, loading, application, clean-up and repair, wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, socks and shoes. In addition, wear chemical resistant gloves, during mixing, loading clean-up and repair. Wear a suitable dust mask approved by NIOSH when handling.
3. Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or using the toilet. Change out of work clothes and take a bath or shower after handling or spraying the product. Launder protective clothing before re-use.
4. Do not enter treated areas during the restricted entry interval of 12 hours.
5. Clean spray equipment thoroughly after use.
6. Apply only when the potential for drift to areas of human habitation or areas of human activity such as houses, cottages, schools and recreational areas, is minimal. Take into consideration wind speed, wind direction, temperature inversions, application equipment and sprayer settings.
7. If this pest control product is to be used on a commodity that may be exported to the U.S. and you require information on acceptable residue levels in the U.S., visit CropLife Canada’s web site at www.croplife.ca.