2022 FL EOP Resource Guide

Meridian Insecticide Southern Chinch Bug Guarantee Residential or commercial landscapes in FL, GA, and SC only Meridian ® insecticide provides foliar and systemic control of the southern chinch bug. Apply preventively before feeding damage occurs. Meridian is guaranteed to provide 90 days control by translocating inside the plant, working via ingestion and contact activity against piercing, sucking insects like chinch bugs.

SOUTHERN CHINCH BUG CONTROL IN ST. AUGUSTINE GRASS

When used according to the recommendations below, one application of Meridian 25WG (17 oz/A) or Meridian 0.33G (80 lbs/A) will provide southern chinch bug control for 90 days from the date of application. Follow the following recommendations for at least 90% control of southern chinch bug for 90 days.

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• Apply preventatively prior to the typical onset of southern chinch bug pressure in your area

• Southern FL (south of I-4) – apply April 15 to May 15 • Northern FL (north of I-4) – apply May 1 to June 1 • Georgia, South Carolina – apply May 15 to June 15 • Apply 17 oz/acre Meridian 25WG in 80 to 160 gallons water per acre. • Allow spray to dry and irrigate with at least 0.1” within 24 hours and prior to mowing. • It is not recommended to include a surfactant with this application. • Alternatively, apply Meridian 0.33G at 80 lbs per acre through a properly calibrated broadcast spreader. Irrigate with at least 0.1” within 24 hours. • If southern chinch bug damage is evident at the time of application, apply the recommended rate of a bifenthrin product along with Meridian for faster knockdown of existing populations. • Do not apply more than 0.266 lbs thiamethoxam per acre per year (equivalent to 17 oz/acre Meridian 25WG or 80 lbs/acre Meridian 0.33G)

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Meridian WG (17 oz/A)

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Source : Atlantic Turf & Ornamental Consulting, 2014

Performance assessments are based upon results or analysis of public information, field observations and/or internal Syngenta evaluations. Trials reflect treatment rates and mixing partners commonly recommended in the marketplace.

Guarantee details: • The guarantee is limited to residential or commercial landscapes in FL, GA, and SC only.

• If you receive less than 90 days control on the treated acreage as determined by Syngenta (“Breakthrough”), Syngenta will supply product (at no cost) for one rescue treatment (to the total acres originally treated) to control the remaining southern chinch bug in accordance with the terms herein. • If Breakthrough occurs, it is at the Syngenta Territory Manager’s discretion as to what product is provided for rescue treatment and whether rescue treatment application is broadcast on all acreage or spot treated on effected Breakthrough areas. • Claims must be filed within 100 days of treatment with a Syngenta Territory Manager.

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