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PRODUCT INFORMATION

ZYLO Insecticide has a unique mode of action that mimics the action of the molting hormone of lepidopterous larvae. Upon ingestion, larval stages of the order lepidoptera undergo an incomplete and developmentally lethal premature molt. This process interrupts and rapidly halts their feeding. Feeding typically ceases within hours of ingestion, although complete mortality of the larvae may take several days. Affected larvae often become lethargic and often develop discolored areas or bands between segments. Because ZYLO Insecticide is narrow spectrum insecticide that specifically targets Lepidoptera, it is a good tool for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs. The selectivity of ZYLO Insecticide allows beneficial insects and other arthropods to function unimpeded in the management of secondary pests while ZYLO Insecticide provides control of troublesome lepidoptera pests. ZYLO Insecticide belongs to the diacylhydrazine class of insecticides.

Use Rate Determination

Please carefully read and follow all label use rates and restrictions. Always ensure aerial or ground equipment is properly calibrated before use. Prepare only the amount of spray solution required to treat the application acreage. Use the lower rates for light infestations of the target lepidopterous species and the higher rates for moderate to heavy infestations. ZYLO Insecticide may be applied in either dilute or concentrate sprays so long as the application equipment is calibrated and adjusted to deliver thorough, uniform coverage. Use the specified amount of ZYLO Insecticide per acre regardless of the spray volume used.

Application Timing

ZYLO Insecticide activity is expressed primarily through ingestion by the target larvae. Therefore, the timing of application is dependent upon the feeding behavior of the target pest. For cryptic (internal) feeding larvae, application must be made prior to the time that surface feeding occurs, i.e., just prior to initiation of egg hatch. For foliar or surface feeding larvae, application may be made while active feeding is occurring. Re-application may be required to protect rapidly expanding fruit, new flushes of foliage, or for extended infestations. The re-application interval will vary depending upon how rapidly the crop is growing, the generation time of the target pest and the duration of the infestation.

Application Directions

Applications must be in a manner that assures uniform and thorough coverage as ZYLO Insecticide must be ingested by insect larvae to be fully effective. Higher water volume and increased spray pressure generally provide better coverage.

Ground Application

To avoid drift and achieve maximum performance of this product, make ground applications when the wind speed favors on-target product depositions (3 to 10 mph). Wind speed must be measured adjacent to the application site on the upwind side immediately prior to application. Do not apply when wind speed exceeds 10 mph. For groundboom applications, apply using a nozzle height of no more than 4 feet above the ground or crop canopy. Shut off the sprayer when turning at row ends. Risk of exposure to sensitive aquatic areas can be reduced by avoiding applications when wind directions are toward the aquatic area. Airblast Sprayer: When using an airblast sprayer, coverage is also improved by operation of the sprayer at ground speeds that assure that the air volume within the tree canopy is completely replaced by the output from the airblast sprayer. Making applications in an alternate row middle pattern may result in less than satisfactory coverage and poor performance in conditions of high pest infestation levels, extremely large trees and/or dense foliage. For airblast applications, turn off outward pointing nozzles at row ends and when spraying the outer two rows. To minimize spray loss over the top in orchard applications, spray must be directed into the canopy.