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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

LEAP is a highly selective insecticide for use against listed caterpillars (larvae) of Lepidopterous insects. Close scouting and early attention to infestations is highly recommended. Larvae must eat deposits of LEAP to be affected. Use of LEAP will also induce a systemic response in treated plants, enhancing the ability of the plant to resist disease infection and spread. Always follow these directions:

• Treat when larvae are young (early instars) and before economic thresholds of damage have been exceeded.

• Larvae must be actively feeding on treated, exposed plant parts.

•Thorough spray coverage is needed to provide a uniform deposit of LEAP where larvae feed and for maximal disease control. For some crops directed drop nozzles by ground machine are required. As crop matures and the canopy increases in size, increase water volume to ensure complete foliage coverage.

• LEAP does not need an adjuvant to deliver consistent performance of pests/diseases claimed on the label. However, if adjuvant(s) must be utilized because of crop protection products in the tank the following must be followed: a) Ensure that the adjuvant to be utilized does not adversely change the chemical and physical properties of the tank mixture contents; b) Utilize only adjuvants that comply with certification program and standards of the Chemical Producers and Distributors Association (CPDA); c) Apply the mixture to a small portion of the field (<0.5 Acre) to verify that no adverse crop responses are generated from the addition of the adjuvant to the tank mixture; d) The variation among types of surfactants, manufacturers and responses to crop safety driven by variety specifics are difficult to evaluate and therefore adverse effects can be potentially generated by adding a surfactant without previous testing on a crop, specific variety and phenological stage.

• Under heavy pest population pressure, use the higher label rates, shorten the spray interval, and/or increase spray volume to improve coverage.

• Repeat applications at an interval sufficient to maintain control, usually 5 to 14 days depending on plant growth rate, moth activity, rainfall after treating, and other factors. If attempting to control a pest with a single application, make the treatment when egg hatch is essentially complete, but before economic crop damage occurs.

• For bacterial pathogen suppression, LEAP must be applied before the disease is observed in the field. For best results, use as part of a plant pathogen control program in rotation or tank mixed with other commercial bactericides and fungicides in a preventative manner. If disease is already present in the field, LEAP should be tank mixed with other registered bactericides and fungicides to ensure adequate control.

• LEAP is a non-restricted use pesticide and does not require a restricted use permit for purchase or use.

LEAP may be tank mixed with other labeled insecticides and fungicides as needed to enhance control or as recommended by a certified crop consultant or crop specialist. Use of the resulting tank mix must be in accordance with the more restrictive label limitations and precautions. No dosage rates should be exceeded. This product cannot be mixed with any product containing a label prohibition against such mixing. Before tank mixing LEAP with other labeled products, check for tank mix compatibility. Do not apply LEAP with adjuvants or surfactants. Crop tolerance: Crop tolerance is acceptable for all crops on the label, however phytotoxic response has not been evaluated for all possible rotational and tank mix combinations under all conditions. When possible, test on a small section of crops to ensure no phytotoxicity will occur under your conditions.

GROUND APPLICATIONS

LEAP may be applied in ground equipment with quantities of water sufficient to provide thorough coverage of infested plant parts. The amount of water needed per acre will depend on crop development, weather, application equipment, and local experience. Do not spray when wind speed favors drift beyond the area intended for use. Avoiding spray drift at the application site is the responsibility of the applicator. The interaction of many equipment-and-weather-related factors determines the potential for spray drift. The applicator and the grower are responsible for considering all of these factors when making application decisions.

Mixing Recommendations

Important – do not add LEAP to the tank before introducing at least the desired quantity of water. Start the mechanical or hydraulic agitation to provide moderate circulation before adding LEAP. Add the desired volume of LEAP to the mix tank and continue circulation. Include rinse water from the container. Maintain the suspension while loading and spraying. Do not mix more LEAP than can be used in a 1-day period. Do not leave mixed material in the tank overnight. Rinse and flush spray equipment thoroughly following each use. Selection of fluid to flush the application system will depend on what type of mixture was used during the application period. Use a strainer no finer than 50 mesh in conventional spray systems. The physical compatibility of LEAP with other agricultural products should be evaluated before tank mixing for field use. Using a quart or larger jar, add the field proportional amounts of water volume and each product and mix well. If the materials remain mixed and in a true suspension after 5-10 minutes without forming any type of abnormal mixture composition, or can be re-mixed readily, then the materials are compatible for tank mixture.