Get Pesticide Application 2001-2023

Pesticides are used to kill pests and control weeds using chemical ingredients; hence, they can also be toxic to other organisms, including birds, fish, beneficial insects, and non-target plants, as well as air, water, soil, and crops.

Foliar applications are by far the most common type of application method used in a grove. This technique directs the pesticide to the foliage of the tree and is very susceptible to drift.

Using pesticides Always read the label carefully and follow the instructions exactly. Dispose of unwanted pesticides and their empty containers properly. Select the right pesticide for the job. Buy the right amount. Take appropriate precaution when preparing and applying pesticides.

Change clothes and wash your hands immediately after applying pesticides. Before applying a pesticide (indoors or outdoors), remove children, toys and pets from the area and keep them away until the pesticide has dried or as recommended by the label. Remove or cover food during indoor applications.

Several types of pesticide application equipment are used, including liquid pumps (manual and power operated), liquid atomizers (hydraulic energy, gaseous energy, and centrifugal energy), dry application, and soil application (liquid injection application).

The first step in using pesticides is to correctly identify the pest you are dealing with to ensure you are using the correct chemical for the pest. Then determine all the methods that can be used to control the pest and use the best choice. Timing of pesticide applications is critical.

If pesticide splashes on the skin, drench area with water and remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin and hair thoroughly with soap and water.

Spray as close to the target as possible, you want to get good coverage, while still preventing drift. Do not apply pesticides on very hot days, with temperatures above 90°F. The active ingredients in some pesticides can vaporize and drift onto non-target surfaces.