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PRODUCT INFORMATION
CURZATE 60DF is a locally systemic fungicide labeled for use in potatoes, potato seed pieces, tomatoes, cucurbit crops, hops, lettuce (head and leafy), and spinach. Apply as a spray with ground, air, or chemigation equipment (potatoes, cucurbits, lettuce, spinach, and tomatoes only), except as otherwise directed, using sufficient water to obtain thorough coverage of plants. Rainfastness: CURZATE 60DF rapidly penetrates into plant tissues and is rainfast within 2 hours after application.

RESTRICTIONS
DO NOT use CURZATE 60DF alone. Always tank-mix with a labeled rate of protectant fungicide. Follow the more restrictive labeling of any tank mix partners. Do not tank mix with products that contain a prohibition on tank mixing. Use only in commercial or farm plantings. Not for use in residential plantings or once any commercial crop is turned into U-Pick, Pick Your Own or similar operation. Pilots must use an enclosed cab that meets the definition listed in the WPS for agricultural pesticides [40 CFR 170.305].

RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
For resistance management, Curzate 60DF contains a Group 27 fungicide. Any fungal population may contain individuals naturally resistant to Curzate 60DF and other Group 27 fungicides. A gradual or total loss of pest control may occur over time if these fungicides are used repeatedly in the same fields. Appropriate resistance-management strategies should be followed.
To delay fungicide resistance, take one or more of the following steps:
• Rotate the use of Curzate 60DF or other Group 27 fungicides within a growing season sequence with different groups that control the same pathogens.
• Use tank mixtures with fungicide from a different group that are equally effective on the target pest when such use is permitted. Use at least the minimum application rate as labeled by the manufacturer.
• Adopt an integrated disease management program for fungicide use that includes scouting, uses historical information related to pesticide use, and crop rotation, and which considers host plant resistance, impact of environmental conditions on disease development, disease thresholds, as well as cultural, biological and other chemical control practices.
• Where possible, make use of predictive disease models to effectively time fungicide applications. Note that using predictive models alone is not sufficient to manage resistance.
• Monitor treated fungal populations for resistance development.
• Contact your local extension specialist or certified crop advisor for any additional pesticide resistance-management and/or IPM recommendations for specific crops and pathogens.
• For further information or to report suspected resistance contact your DuPont representative. You can also contact your pesticide distributor or university extension specialist to report resistance.

TANK MIXTURES
CURZATE 60DF must be applied in a tank-mix with a rate of protectant fungicide (EBDC, chlorothalonil, copper, etc.) labeled for late blight or downy mildew control. The protectant fungicide must have a different mode-of-action from CURZATE 60DF (non-Group 27 fungicide). Refer to tank-mix partner label(s) for information on fungal diseases controlled, application information and conditions, and use restrictions. Read and follow all the manufacturer's label directions for the tank-mix products. If those directions conflict with this label, do not tank mix the product with CURZATE 60DF.
The crop safety of all potential tank-mixes, including additives and other pesticides, on all crops, has not been tested. Before applying any tank-mixture not specifically listed on this label, the safety to the target crop must be confirmed. To test for crop safety, apply the combination to a small area of the target crop in accordance with the label instructions to ensure that a phytotoxic response will not  occur.
It is the pesticide user’s responsibility to ensure that all products are registered for the intended use. Read and follow the applicable restrictions and limitations and directions for use on all product labels involved in tank mixing. Users must follow the most restrictive directions for use and precautionary statements of each product in the tank mixture. Consult a DuPont representative or local agricultural authorities for more information concerning tank mixtures.

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Application Volumes
• For conventional ground application, apply a minimum of 20 gallons per acre, increasing the spray volume as the plants mature to ensure thorough coverage of foliage.
• For air-assisted ground application, apply a minimum of 10 gallons per acre.
• For aerial application, apply a minimum of 5 gallons per acre.

Chemigation
• For chemigation information for potatoes, cucurbits, lettuce, spinach, hops and tomatoes, see chemigation section following the crop-specific application directions.

Potato Seed Piece Treatment
• For potato seed piece treatment, see the Potato Seed Treatment section of this label. Pesticide Handling
• Calibrate sprayers only with clean water away from the well site.
• Make scheduled checks of spray equipment.
• Ensure accurate measurement of pesticides by all operation employees.
• Mix only enough product for the job at hand.
• Avoid overfilling of spray tank.
• Do not discharge excess material on the soil at a single spot in the field/grove or mixing/loading station.
• Dilute and agitate excess solution and apply at labeled rates/uses.
• Avoid storage of pesticides near well sites.
• When triple rinsing the pesticide container, be sure to add the rinsate to the spray mix.

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Fill the tank 1/4 to 1/3 full of water.
2. While agitating, add the required amount of CURZATE 60DF.
3. Continue agitation until the CURZATE 60DF is fully dispersed, at least 5 minutes.
4. Once the CURZATE 60DF is fully dispersed, maintain agitation and continue filling tank with water. Thoroughly mix CURZATE 60DF with water before adding any other material.
5 As the tank is filling, add tank mix partner(s), then add the necessary volume of any desired adjuvants. See tank mix partners labels for recommended adjuvants. CURZATE 60DF does not require an adjuvant.
6. If the mixture is not continuously agitated, settling will occur. If settling occurs, thoroughly re-agitate before using.
7. Apply CURZATE 60DF spray mixture within 12 hours of mixing to avoid product degradation.
8. If CURZATE 60DF and a tank mix partner are to be applied in multiple loads, pre-slurry the CURZATE 60DF in clean water prior to adding to the tank. This will prevent the tank mix partner from interfering with the dissolution of the CURZATE 60DF.

PHYSICAL COMPATIBILITY
CURZATE 60DF is compatible with many commonly used fungicides, liquid fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, adjuvants and biological control products. However, since the formulations of products are always changing, it is important to test the physical compatibility of desired tank mixes and check for undesirable physical effects, including settling out or flocculation. To determine the physical compatibility, add the proportions of the tank mix products and water to a small container, mix thoroughly and allow to stand for 20 minutes. If the combination remains mixed, or can be re-mixed readily, it may be considered physically compatible.