INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT

This product may be used as part of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program that can include biological, cultural, and genetic practices aimed at preventing economic pest damage. IPM principles and practices include field scouting or other detection methods, correct target pest identification, population monitoring, and treating when target pest populations reach locally determined action thresholds. Consult your state cooperative extension service, professional consultants or other qualified authorities to determine appropriate action treatment threshold levels for treating specific pest/crop systems in your area.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.

DuPont™ VELPAR® DF should be used only in accordance with recommendations on this label, or in supplemental DuPont labeling.

Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either directly or through drift. Only protected handlers may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your state or tribe, consult the agency responsible for pesticide regulation.

The correct use rates by crop and geographical area, specified on the label, and proper mixing/loading site considerations and application procedures must be followed to minimize potential for hexazinone movement into ground water. Users are encouraged to consult with their state Department of Agriculture, Extension Service, or other pesticide lead agency for information regarding soil permeability, aquifer vulnerability, and best management practices for their area.

AGRICULTURAL USES

AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS

Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR part 170. This Standard contains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on farms, forests, nurseries, and greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training, decontamination, notifi- cation, and emergency assistance. It also contains specific instructions and exceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about personal protective equipment (PPE) and restricted-entry interval. The requirements in this box only apply to uses of this product that are covered by the Worker Protection Standard.

Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either directly or through drift. Only protected handlers may be in the area during application. Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the restricted entry interval(REI) of 24 hours.

PPE required for early entry to treated areas that is permitted under the Worker Protection Standard and that involves contact with anything that has been treated, such as plants, soil, or water, is :

Coveralls

Chemical resistant gloves made of any waterproof material

Shoes plus socks Protective eyewear

ALFALFA

VELPAR® DF is recommended for control of certain weeds in established alfalfa grown for hay. Do not use on alfalfa grown for seed in any state except California.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

NON-DORMANT AND SEMI-DORMANT VARIETIES

In the following states, make a single application during winter months when alfalfa plants are in the least active stage of growth:

Arizona

Montana

Oklahoma

Washington

California

Nebraska

Oregon

Wyoming

Colorado

Nevada

South Dakota

 

Idaho

New Mexico

Texas

 

Kansas

North Dakota

Utah

 

In the following states, make a single application in the spring before new growth exceeds 2 inches in height or to stubble after cutting following hay removal and before regrowth exceeds 2 inches in height:

Connecticut

Maine

New Hampshire Vermont

Delaware

Maryland

New Jersey

Virginia

Illinois

Massachusetts

New York

West Virginia

Indiana

Michigan

Ohio

Wisconsin

Iowa

Minnesota

Pennsylvania

 

Kentucky

Missouri

Rhode Island

 

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