Intrepid^® 2F Insecticide Granted Section 3 Label for Worm Control in Soybeans

Indianapolis, IN - June 09, 2006

Dow AgroSciences has received registration from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for the use of Intrepid^® 2F insecticide for control of soybean loopers, armyworms and other worm pests in soybeans.

Intrepid 2F is an insect growth regulator effective against many species of lepidopteran insects, but has not demonstrated any toxicological effects to most beneficial insects, mites, and pollinators such as lady beetles, lacewings, parasitic wasps, and bees. The active ingredient in Intrepid - methoxyfenozide - mimics the natural insect molting hormone, inducing a premature lethal molt of the larvae within hours of ingestion.

Intrepid offers extended residual activity of at least 14 days on treated foliage.

For use in soybeans, Intrepid should be applied at a rate of 4.0 to 8.0 fluid ounces per acre when first signs of feeding damage from target pests appear or when infestations reach threshold levels defined by the Extension Service or other qualified authorities. Higher rates in the approved range should be used for heavier infestations and in conditions where thorough coverage is more difficult.

No more than two applications - or a maximum of 16 fluid ounces per acre - of Intrepid are permitted on soybeans during a single season. After applying Intrepid, growers should allow at least 14 days between final application and harvest, and wait at least seven days after harvest before planting any other crop.

Dow AgroSciences LLC, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, is a top tier agricultural company providing innovative crop protection, seeds, and biotechnology solutions to serve the world's growing population. A wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company, global sales for Dow AgroSciences are $3.4 billion. Learn more at www.DowAgro.com.

Intrepid is not registered for sale, use or distribution in Nassau or Suffolk counties in the state of New York.
Always read and follow label directions.

For Editorial Information:

Amanda Powell
Bader Rutter & Associates
(770) 356-1480
apowell@bader-rutter.com