Before applying a pesticide, how should you verify the crop and site are listed on the label?

• A. Apply to any crop common to the region if necessary.
• B. Check the label for listed crops and sites; do not apply to crops or sites not specified.
• C. Rely on your supervisor's approval alone.
• D. Use a generic rate suitable for most crops.

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that the label is the official rule for how and where a pesticide may be used. Before applying, you must verify that the crop and the site you plan to treat are listed on the label. The label specifies exactly which crops (or crop groups) and which sites are approved for that product. If the crop or site isn’t listed, you’re not allowed to use the product for that purpose. This protects the crop from damage, safeguards the environment, and keeps you in compliance with pesticide regulations. Always read the label and apply only to listed crops and sites, following all other requirements on the label such as timing, application method, rates, PPE, and restricted-entry intervals. Relying on supervisor approval alone or using a generic rate does not substitute for the label.