What is the primary reason to read the pesticide label before use?

• A. It provides the product's price and supplier contact
• B. It provides the required application directions, PPE, and safety information
• C. It lists unrelated marketing claims
• D. It guarantees the product is safe to ingest

Answer: (B)

Reading the pesticide label before use is essential because the label is the legal and practical guide for how the product must be used safely and effectively. It provides the exact application directions, the personal protective equipment you must wear, and the safety information that helps protect you, bystanders, pets, and the environment. The label also specifies what pests the product targets, where and when it can be applied, the correct amounts, and any restrictions like entry intervals or compatibility with other products. It includes important safety details such as first aid, spill response, storage, and disposal. Following these instructions reduces the risk of harm and helps ensure the product works as intended. Other choices miss the purpose of the label—price or supplier contact isn’t about safe use, marketing claims aren’t about proper application, and a label does not guarantee safety for ingestion.