Frequently Asked Questions about DewCure:

1. What is DewCure?
2. Why is moisture in the turf canopy important?
3. How Does DewCure work?
4. How does DewCure fit into a turf management program?
5. How long does DewCure last?
6. Is the application rate flexible?
7. Can I tank mix DewCure?
8. How quickly can I irrigate after applying DewCure?
9. Can I apply DewCure through my irrigation system?

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1. What is DewCure?
   DewCure is a unique product designed specifically to control moisture in the turf canopy by:
   • Inhibiting the accumulation of moisture from dew formation, guttation,
     frost, etc.
   • Promoting faster drying of leaf surfaces after rainfall, irrigation or frost.

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2. Why is moisture in the turf canopy important?
   Leaf wetness is a critical factor in the development of turf diseases such as dollar spot, brown patch and Pythium blight. Additionally, excess moisture in the form of dew or frost can cause delays in play, affect playing conditions and interfere with management practices like aerification, topdressing and mowing.Back to top
3. How Does DewCure work?
   Applied as a foliar spray, DewCure is designed to tightly bond with the waxy cuticle of turfgrass leaves, forming a durable, water-resistant coating that inhibits the accumulation of moisture. Unlike wetting agents, DewCure will not wash off the leaf after rainfall and irrigation.Back to top
4. How does DewCure fit into a turf management program?
   DewCure allows the turf manager to reduce moisture in the foliar microenvironment as an integral part of a disease control program when applied in advance of periods of high disease pressure. Applications can be repeated in 14 day intervals as long as disease pressure remains and leaf wetness is a factor. DewCure can also be used as a pretreatment before aerification or topdressing and to control dew and frost on the golf course to the advantage of the golfer.Back to top
5. How long does DewCure last?
   Application is suitable at any time of the year, but because DewCure works by coating the leaves, maximum benefit is achieved when growth rate is slow and mowing infrequent. Typically, moisture control will start to visually diminish gradually as dew forms on new growth. However, the overall levels of moisture continue to be significantly lower than untreated material and turf will continue to dry more quickly. In cool seasons, both dew and frost control will typically last one- three weeks.Back to top
6. Is the application rate flexible?
   DewCure must be applied at the labeled concentration level (1.5% v/v). Decreasing the concentration may reduce the level of moisture inhibition.Back to top
7. Can I tank mix DewCure?
   Research indicates that DewCure can be tank mixed with many commonly used turf chemicals like growth regulators, fungicides, insecticides and herbicides. Always do a field test of any combination that you do not have prior experience with.Back to top
8. How quickly can I irrigate after applying DewCure?
   DewCure must be allowed to dry completely on the leaf surface before irrigation or rainfall. If it is not allowed to thoroughly dry on the leaf, DewCure may wash off of the leaf surface, impacting product performance.Back to top
9. Can I apply DewCure through my irrigation system?
   Applying through irrigation systems is not recommended.Back to top