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University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Department of Entomology

Insecticides for Control of Wireworms in Sunflowers

Updated May 5, 2006 by Gary Hein and John Thomas


Rotations including cereal crops (wheat) will be at an increased risk from wireworm damage.

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.


IRAC Mode of Action Classification:
  • Group 4 = Nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonists/antagonists; 4A = Neonicotinoids
R = Restricted-Use Product


Mode of
Action
Product
Name
Common
Name
Rate Restrictions/Comments

4A Cruiser 5FS thiamethoxam 0.25 mg/seed See label for application directions/restrictions.