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Insecticides for Wireworm Control in Potatoes

Updated March 17, 2003

This list is not inclusive. See http://www.greenbook.net or other resources for additional registrations.
This information is presented in abbreviated form. Be sure to consult the label for additional information and restrictions.

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IRAC Mode of Action Classification:
  • Group 1 = Acetylcholine esterase inhibitors; 1B = Organophosphates
R = Restricted-Use Product * = suitable for chemigation ai = active ingredient
Mode of
Action		 Product
Name		 Common
Name		 Rate Restrictions/Comments
1B R Mocap 15G ethoprophos 27 oz/1000 row ft 24 hour reentry period. Apply as a 12 inch band over row at planting.
1B R Phorate 15G phorate 13.5 - 23.3 oz/1000 row ft 24 hour reentry period. Use as a planting time band.
1B R Rampart 10G phorate 23 - 35 oz/1000 row ft 24 hour reentry period. Use as a planting time band.
1B R Tenax fonofos and phorate variable, depending on row spacing 48 hour reentry period. Avoid direct contact of granules with seed piece.
1B R Thimet 20G,
Phorate 20G		 phorate 11.3-17.3 oz/1000 row ft 24 hour reentry period. Use as a planting time band.
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