Structural Pest Control Applicator Practice Exam

How can you find out if two pesticides are compatible?

1. Call your county Extension agent

2. Call the manufacturer

3. Read the label

4. Consult a professional pest control service

The correct answer is: Read the label

To determine if two pesticides are compatible, referring to the product label is essential. The label provides critical information regarding compatibility with other pesticides, including specific warnings or recommendations for mixing. Manufacturers are required to include details about mixing with other substances and any potential adverse reactions. By carefully reading the label, you can ensure that using these pesticides together will not reduce their efficacy or create harmful byproducts. While reaching out to the manufacturer or consulting a professional pest control service may also yield useful insights, the most reliable and immediate source of compatibility information is always directly from the label. Additionally, contacting your county Extension agent can be beneficial, but the label itself remains the primary and most authoritative guide regarding pesticide compatibility.