How often should you read the pesticide label?

• A. Every time you purchase the product.
• B. Only when the product is new.
• C. Once a year.
• D. Every time you use it.

Answer: (A)

You should read the pesticide label every time you use the product. The label is your instructions for that specific use, and it can change after you purchase it. Even if you’ve used the product before, you must confirm current requirements for the crop or site, the correct application rate, required personal protective equipment, mixing instructions, drift precautions, and any re-entry intervals. Using the product based on an old or incomplete understanding can lead to ineffective control, harm to people or the environment, and regulatory violations. So, always verify and follow the label at each use.