What is the best practice when selecting a pesticide for turf pests?

• A. Follow label directions and rotate chemistries to manage resistance
• B. Use the cheapest product without checking label
• C. Ignore resistance management
• D. Use a product without label verification

Answer: (A)

Following label directions and rotating chemistries to manage resistance is best. The label tells you exactly what pests it targets, where and when to apply, the correct rate and method, reentry intervals, and safety and environmental restrictions. Sticking to those guidelines keeps you within legal use and protects the turf, people, and water. Rotating chemistries means using products with different modes of action over time, which reduces the pest population’s ability to adapt and slows resistance. In turf management, pairing proper label use with diverse modes of action—and pairing that with good monitoring and cultural practices—gives effective control while safeguarding long-term effectiveness. Cheaper products or those used without checking the label can be ineffective or illegal, and ignoring resistance or using unlabeled products can lead to poor results and environmental harm.