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gf 120 pesticdide treatment schedule how to spray

by Clarissa Lesch Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Use 1-3 oz/ tree mixed with water to spot spray. The GF120 attracts Olive Fruit adults which feed on the bait, and cause adult mortality. 1 gallon concentrate. Mix at a rate of 1:1.5 to 1:4.

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Is gf-120 fruit fly bait a group 5 insecticide?

For resistance management, please note that GF-120 Fruit Fly Bait contains a Group 5 insecticide. Any insect population may contain individuals naturally resistant to GF-120 Fruit Fly Bait and other Group 5 insecticides.

How do I use gf-120?

Use as indicated on product label. Rainfast: Do not apply during periods when heavy rain is expected. Re-apply immediately after a rain. 1) GF-120 is a bait concentrate that must be diluted with water at a ratio of 1 to 4 parts water. 2) Add water (1/2 of the volume to be mixed) to the spray tank or premixing tank and begin agitation.

How do you mix gf-120 bait?

1) GF-120 is a bait concentrate that must be diluted with water at a ratio of 1 to 4 parts water. 2) Add water (1/2 of the volume to be mixed) to the spray tank or premixing tank and begin agitation. Then, add the full amount of GF-120 followed by the remainder of the required water.

What are the ingredients in gf-120?

Product Description. GF-120 Contains 0.02% spinosad and 99.8% inert ingredients (includes water, sugar and attractants). Recommended for controlling tephritid fruit flies such as olive fruit fly and walnut husk fly as well as all the tropical fruit flies. Use 1-3 oz/ tree mixed with water to spot spray.

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How can I spray my girlfriend 120?

1) GF-120 is a bait concentrate that must be diluted with water at a ratio of 1 to 4 parts water. 2) Add water (1/2 of the volume to be mixed) to the spray tank or premixing tank and begin agitation. Then, add the full amount of GF-120 followed by the remainder of the required water.

How does GF-120 fruit fly bait work?

GF-120 is approved for use in organic production, and can be applied up to the day of harvest. It works by killing the adults upon ingestion, not the larvae within the fruit. GF-120 won't provide 100% control if the orchard has heavy outside fruit fly pressure from neighboring farms or backyard trees.

How do you rid your house of fruit flies?

Pour apple cider vinegar (ACV) into a small bowl, then mix in a few drops of dish soap. Apple cider vinegar works better than white vinegar for fruit flies because it smells like fermenting fruit. Red wine vinegar will also work, but it tends to be more expensive than ACV.

What is spinosad made from?

Spinosad is a natural substance made by a soil bacterium that can be toxic to insects. It is a mixture of two chemicals called spinosyn A and spinosyn D. It is used to control a wide variety of pests. These include thrips, leafminers, spider mites, mosquitoes, ants, fruit flies and others.

How do I get rid of fruit flies forever?

To recap, here are six surefire ways to banish fruit flies forever:Wash produce as soon as you bring it into your home. ... Make sure your garbage and compost areas are sealed tight. ... Clean up sticky messes as soon as possible.Clean out your sink drains.DIY fruit fly traps.Keep natural repellants around.

Why are there so many fruit flies all of a sudden?

Infestations have to start somewhere. Fruit flies move into kitchens, bathrooms, and basements if they sense a food source. Overripe fruit on the counter or any fermenting matter in drains, mops, and trash bins appeals to them. Unsuspecting homeowners may also bring these pests inside on garden crops.

Why is my house full of fruit flies?

Fruit flies often infest homes with ripe, rotting, or decayed fruit and produce. They also enjoy fermented items such as beer, liquor, and wine. Fruit flies also may breed and develop in drains, garbage disposals, trash cans, and mop buckets.

How often can you spray spinosad?

Spinosad can be used up to one day before harvest. Spinosad loses its toxicity after 8 to 24 hours and so it will be necessary to reapply at 7 day intervals for 5 or 6 weeks after the first olive flies or codling moths are caught on the pheromone traps.

How do you use spinosad spray?

DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Mix 4 Tbsp. per gallon of water and apply uniformly to both upper and lower surfaces of plant foliage. In vegetable gardens, do NOT use more than 3.0 gallons of spray for 1,000 square feet.

How long does spinosad last?

four weeksAs an insecticide, Bt is a safe, selective product for caterpillars. However, Bt lacks staying power. Instead of Bt's one or two days' residual, spinosad keeps killing for up to four weeks.

How to dilution GF 120 NF?

For ground applications and applications in low relative humidity, dilutions of up to 1:5 (GF-120 NF:water) can be made. First add water (one-half of the volume to be mixed) to the spray tank or premixing tank and start the agitation system. Then add the full amount of GF-120 NF followed by an equal amount of water. If a full container of GF-120 NF is used, triple rinse the empty container by filling it one-third full with water, shake well and add the rinsate to the spray tank. Repeat two more times so the container is triple rinsed and then complete filling the spray tank until the proper dilution is obtained. Maintain constant agitation of the spray solution to ensure uniformity of spray mixture. Allow agitation system to operate for at least 5 minutes before applying. Once diluted, use GF-120 NF within 24 hours. Concentrated GF-120 NF will not settle and does not need to be shaken before mixing.

What is GF 120?

GF-120® NF Naturalyte® Fruit Fly Bait insecticidal bait attracts and controls multiple species oftephritid fruit flies infesting any tree, fruit, nut, vine, vegetable or food crop and ornamentals, and on vegetation which may serve as resting sites for adult flies. Aerial or ground applications in production agriculture or directed ground applications to individual plants are permitted. Do not make aerial applications in immediate proximity.of residential, commercial, government, institutional or other structures where people may be present including homes, a·partments, offices, churches, schools, and businesses. Aerial applicators should evaluate conditions existing at the time of application and make appropriate adjustments to reduce drift. In urban areas, however, use is limited to directed ground applications.

What is 40 CFR Part 170?

This Standard contains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on farms, forests, nurseries, and greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training, decontamination, notification, and emergency assistance. It also contains specific instructions and exceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about personal protective equipment (PPE), and

How to mix GF 120?

For ground applications and applications in low relative humidity, dilutions of up to 1:5 (GF-120:water) can be made. First add water (one-half of the volume to be mixed) to the spray tank or premixing tank and start the agitation system. Then add the full amount of GF-120 followed by an equal amount of water. If a full container of GF-120 is used, the empty container should then be triple rinsed by filling it one-third full with water. shakinr, we.ll und adding the rinsate to the sp'ray tank. Repeat two more times so the container is trip I" rinded and then complete filling the spray tank until the proper dilution is obtained. Constant agitation of th~ spra~' ~Oll 'tion is recommended to ensure uniformity of spray mixture. Allow agitation system to operete'f':lr at If-ast ~ minutes before applying. Once diluted, GF-120 should be used within 24 hours. Conce:l:rated Cf.. 12C will not settle and does not need to be shaken before mixing, T6P / GF-120 / Amend / 08-23-02

What are the requirements for 40 CFR Part 170?

40 CFR part 170. This Standard contains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on farms. forests. nurseries. and greenhouses. and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training. decontamination. notification. and emergency assistance. It also contains specific instructions and exceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about personal protective equipment (PPE). and restricted entry interval. The requirements in this box only apply to uses of this product that are covered by the Worker Protection Standard.

How to use GF 120 fly bait?

If necessary, remove strainers and filters from equipment to avoid blockage. First add water (one-half of the volume to be mixed) to the spray tank or premixing tank and start the agitation system. Then add the full amount of GF-120 Fruit Fly Bait followed by an equal amount of water. If a full container of GF-120 Fruit Fly Bait is used, the empty container should then be triple rinsed by filling it one-third full with water, shaking well and adding the rinsate to the spray tank. Repeat two more times so the container is triple rinsed and then complete filling the spray tank until the proper dilution is obtained. Constant agitation of the spray solution is recommended to ensure uniformity of spray mixture. Allow agitation system to operate for at least 5 minutes before applying. Once diluted, GF-120 Fruit Fly Bait should be used within 24 hours. Concentrated GF-120 Fruit Fly Bait will not settle and does not need to be shaken before mixing.

What is GF 120?

GF-120 Fruit Fly Bait attracts and controls cherry fruit flies (including cherry fruit fly, western cherry fruit fly, and black cherry fruit fly) in cherries and blueberry maggot flies in blueberries. This product may be used for ground applications in commercial agriculture or for ground applications to individual plants.

Is GF 120 a group 5 insecticide?

Any insect population may contain individuals naturally resistant to GF-120 Fruit Fly Bait and other Group 5 insecticides. The resistant individuals may dominate the insect population if this group of insecticides are used repeatedly in the same fields. Other resistance mechanisms that are not linked to site of action but are specific for individual chemicals, such as enhanced metabolism, may also exist. Appropriate resistance management strategies should be followed.

How to use GF120?

Use 1-3 oz/ tree mixed with water to spot spray. The GF120 attracts Olive Fruit adults which feed on the bait, and cause adult mortality. 1 gallon concentrate. Mix at a rate of 1:1.5 to 1:4. Caution label.

What is GF 120?

Use 1-3 oz/ tree mixed with water to spot spray. The GF120 attracts Olive Fruit adults which feed on the bait, and cause adult mortality. 1 gallon concentrate. Mix at a rate of 1:1.5 to 1:4. Caution label. Note: This product must ship VIA UPS ***$15.00 handling must be added for extra packaging, handling and insurance by UPS***

What is GF 120?

A: GF-120 NF Naturalyte® is an insecticide product that contains the active ingredient Spinosad and a protein bait to attract target insects. Because spinosad is produced by a naturally occurring bacterium, Saccaropolyspora spinosa, it is considered a “non-synthetic” or organic pesticide. GF-120 NF Naturalyte® is used by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) to control invasive pests in urban areas. When used for this purpose, GF-120 NF Naturalyte® is hand-sprayed onto the foliage of host plants above the ground and out of reach of children and pets. (View the video: Spinosad: Organic Pest Treatment for Exotic Fruit Flies at https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/plant/ videos/spinosad/ )

What happens to GF 120 NF Naturalyte?

Q: What happens to GF-120 NF Naturalyte® after it is applied on plants? A: Most of the active ingredient, spinosad, remains on the surface of the foliage. A small amount of spinosad may enter the leaves but it is not distributed to other parts of the plant. Applying the insecticide to foliage could also result in spinosad landing on the ground. Spinosad tends to stay in the top soil and is not persistent in the environment. Residues on foliage and on the ground are broken down by sunlight or bacteria within a few days to several weeks.

Can spinosad kill insects?

A: When insects ingest or come in contact with spinosad, the insect’s nerves become highly excited and over-stimulated. This can lead to death of the insect. Tests indicate that spinosad has little effect on mammalian nervous systems, even at very high doses.

Can you eat GF 120?

A: Yes, produce can be harvested and consumed after GF-120 NF Naturalyte® has dried (after 4 hours). They should be washed before they are eaten or cooked.

Can children play near trees after a CDFA treatment?

A: Do not perform yard work or allow children to play near the treated trees or plants immediately after the treatment. Rinse off outdoor play areas after the treatment. Wash skin and clothing if contact occurs. Follow instructions provided by CDFA.

What happens to GF 120 NF Naturalyte?

Q: What happens to GF-120 NF Naturalyte® after it is applied on plants? A: Most of the active ingredient, spinosad, remains on the surface of the foliage. A small amount of spinosad may enter the leaves but it is not distributed to other parts of the plant. Applying the insecticide to foliage could also result in spinosad landing on the ground. Spinosad tends to stay in the top soil and is not persistent in the environment. Residues on foliage and on the ground are broken down by sunlight or bacteria within a few days to several weeks.

Can spinosad kill insects?

A: When insects ingest or come in contact with spinosad, the insect’s nerves become highly excited and over-stimulated. This can lead to death of the insect. Tests indicate that spinosad has little effect on mammalian nervous systems, even at very high doses.

Can children play near trees after a CDFA treatment?

A: Do not perform yard work or allow children to play near the treated trees or plants immediately after the treatment. Rinse off outdoor play areas after the treatment. Wash skin and clothing if contact occurs. Follow instructions provided by CDFA.

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