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Caliente WDG is a selective insecticide used for the control of various pests including aphids, whiteflies, thrips, and various species of caterpillars, leafminers, and beetles. It contains two active ingredients: metaflumizone (50.0%) and pyriproxyfen (6.7%). This product is designed for use on a variety of crops such as corn, cotton, cucurbits, legumes, ornamentals, and more. It can be applied via spray or drip irrigation. When using this product, technicians must wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, shoes plus socks, and protective eyewear. It is important to avoid application during high wind conditions to prevent drift and to ensure that the product is not applied to sensitive areas like water bodies or habitats for endangered species. The label provides specific rate instructions for different target pests and crop types, including specific guidance for turfgrass and various vegetable crops. Always follow the specific mixing and dilution instructions provided in the rate tables to ensure efficacy and safety.
| Target pest | Location | Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Outdoor | 0.25-0.50 | oz/acre |
| Target pest | Location | Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whiteflies | Outdoor | 0.25-0.50 | oz/acre |
| Thrips | Outdoor | 0.25-0.50 | oz/acre |
| Caterpillars/Leafminers/Beetles | Outdoor | 0.25-0.50 | oz/acre |
| Target pest | Location | Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turfgrass pests | Outdoor | 0.25 to 0.5 | oz/acre |
| For pests | Location | Label notes |
|---|---|---|
| General | Outdoor | Add appropriate amounts of product to required amounts of water. Add water and water dispersible granules first, then liquid formulations, and finally concentrates last. |