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A suspension concentrate containing 120 g/litre (11.6% w/w) spinosad. A selective insecticide for use in PROTECTED CROPS OF CUCUMBER, TOMATO, PEPPER and AUBERGINE for the control of WESTERN FLOWER THRIP. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE
IMPORTANT: This information is approved as part of the Product Label. All instructions within this section must be read carefully in order to obtain safe and successful use of this product

PROTECTED CUCUMBER, TOMATO, PEPPER AND AUBERGINE
Time of application
Apply when the nymphs or adults are first seen. Monitor carefully pest development to determine whether repeat applications are necessary. A 2 spray programme at 7 day intervals should be applied when conditions favour rapid pest development.
Apply a maximum of 2 consecutive sprays followed by a minimum 28 day interval before any further applications of CONSERVE.
In protected situations the total number of applications of any spinosad containing product must not exceed 6 per glasshouse/protected structure in a 12 month period, regardless of the crop being treated (including ornamentals).
If the final insecticide chemical application to a crop was spinosad, choose a different insecticide active ingredient to begin spraying on the next crop.
Do not apply later than 3 days before harvest.

RESISTANCE
GENERAL
To reduce the possibility of the development of resistance:
Total reliance on one pesticide will hasten the development of resistance: Spinosad has a different mode of action from other insecticides and is most effective when applied in planned programmes with other insecticides with different modes of action.
Avoid use of the same active ingredient or mode of action on consecutive generations of insects. However, multiple applications to reduce a single generation are acceptable. If uncertain of the generation cycle, no more than two consecutive applications should be used, or should there be continuous use for more than 30 days.
Do not use CONSERVE on consecutive generations for insects which show a high risk of resistance such as Western flower thrip.
Do not use reduced label rates when applied alone or in tank mixtures.

PROTECTED CROPS
Western flower thrips have shown resistance to certain chemical groups and resistance management steps should be taken as it is considered a high resistance risk pest in protected crops/plants.
Before undertaking a spray programme with CONSERVE establish whether incoming plant material has previously been treated with CONSERVE or another spinosad containing product.
Carry out careful monitoring and apply when the Western flower thrip is first seen making repeat applications at 5-7 day intervals for protected ornamentals with a maximum of 2 consecutive sprays, and 7 day intervals for protected cucumbers, tomato, pepper and aubergine only if needed, with a maximum of 2 consecutive sprays.
For protected ornamental plants apply a maximum of 2 consecutive sprays followed by a minimum 10 weeks interval before any further applications of CONSERVE (a maximum of 3 blocks of 2 sprays).
For protected cucumber, tomato, pepper and aubergine, apply a maximum of 2 consecutive sprays followed by a minimum 28 day interval before any further applications of CONSERVE.
• In protected situations the total number of applications of any spinosad containing product must not exceed 6 per glasshouse/protected structure in a 12-month period regardless of the crop being treated.
The maximum of 6 applications per structure in a 12 month period applies even if only part of the structure is treated at each application, such as with all year round (AYR) chrysanthemums.
Apply in programmes with other insecticides with a different mode of action and use no further sprays of CONSERVE. (or any other spinosad containing products) once the maximum number of sprays have been applied.
If the final insecticide application to a crop was spinosad, choose a different insecticide active ingredient to begin spraying on the next crop.
Applications should be targeted against early insect developmental stages whenever possible.
Do not use reduced label rates.
Whenever possible use an Integrated Pest Management programme.
Choose resistant cultivars.

INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT
Whenever possible use an Integrated Pest Management programme

BEES
Do not apply in the heat of the day when bees may be foraging as contact with direct spray may be harmful. Remove the hive during spraying as exposure to direct spray may be harmful to bees. Dow AgroSciences take the most restrictive approach and recommend that a period of 24 hours after application and all spray deposits are thoroughly dry before exposure of bees. Water pools with residues of spinosad will continue to pose a risk and should be avoided

PROTECTED CROPS

As part of an Integrated Pest Management Programme.
Inspect all incoming plant material for presence of Western flower thrip and treat if necessary.
Monitor ornamental stock routinely to determine need for control measures.
Monitor ornamental stock routinely to determine need for control measures
Use screens or barriers to prevent insects migrating
Use predators and parasites
Carefully choose any chemical products used in the pesticide programme and consider any side effects on bees and beneficial arthropods.

CONSERVE has been tested on a wide range of predators and parasites used to control pests in protected ornamentals. The active ingredient, spinosad has been shown to be of low impact to many insect and mite predators but harmful to adults of most parasitic wasps (Hymenoptera).

Exposure to direct spray is harmful to bumble bees, but dry spray deposits are harmless.

When applied to plants where insect and mite predators are present CONSERVE may cause a temporary reduction in abundance.

For susceptible predators (parasitic hymenoptera) re-introduction is possible after 7 days following application (with perhaps 14 days in winter months). For most other predators introduction is possible 24 hours after application. Re-introduction of Orius laevigatius is advised one week later.

CONSERVE, when used according to good agricultural practice is unlikely to pose an unacceptable risk to honeybees and beneficial arthropods.

MIXING
To ensure thorough mixing of the product invert the container several times before opening. Half fill the spray tank with water, begin agitation and add the required quantity of CONSERVE. Fill up the spray tank, agitating continuously to ensure thorough mixing, and maintain agitation until spraying is complete. Use only clean water for mixing.
For knapsack sprayers, half fill the spray tank with water and add the required quantity of CONSERVE. Fill up the spray tank agitating continuously to ensure thorough mixing. Use the spray solution immediately after preparation.

SPRAY VOLUME
Apply in a high volume spray to ensure thorough coverage of leaves, stems and buds to the point of run off.
Water volume should reflect the need for uniform cover and penetration of the leaf canopy.

Protected cucumber, tomato, pepper, aubergine Minimum: 600 litres/ha Maximum: 1000 litres/ha
Apply in a high volume spray to ensure thorough coverage of leaves, stems, buds, flowers and fruiits to the point of run off.

APPLICATION EQUIPMENT
Apply CONSERVE using either a hydraulic nozzle motorised sprayer or knapsack sprayer. Ensure the equipment is in good working order and has been calibrated according to the manufacturers’ recommendations.

NOTES
Wash spray tank and equipment (including knapsack sprayers) thoroughly with water and a liquid detergent immediately after use. Spray out. Fill with clean water and leave overnight. Spray out again before using another product.

MODE OF ACTION
CONSERVE insecticide enters the insect primarily through contact and ingestion. Contact occurs by direct application or by insect movement on a treated surface. Ingestion occurs from feeding on treated surfaces. Following entry, CONSERVE acts on the nicotinic and GABA receptor sites of the insect.

Dow AgroSciences Conditions of Supply
All goods supplied by us are of high grade and we believe them to be suitable but, as we cannot exercise control over their storage, handling, mixing or use, or the weather conditions before, during or after application which may affect the performance of the goods, all conditions and warranties, statutory or otherwise, as to the quality or fitness for any purpose of our goods are excluded. No responsibility will be accepted by us or re-sellers for any failure in performance, damage or injury whatsoever arising from their storage, handling, application or use. These conditions cannot be varied by our staff or agents whether or not they supervise or assist in the use of such goods.