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HUMANS: PUBLIC HEALTH INSECT CONTROL OUTDOORS AND PARASITES OF HUMANS1 E. W. Gray and Ray Noblet, Entomologists

ACTIVE INGREDIENT & PRODUCT PRODUCT NAME METHODS AND RATE PEST TYPE (if specified) OF APPLICATION REMARKS AND PRECAUTIONS MOSQUITOES, EPA Many brands and Protect skin by applying a FOR ALL REPELLENTS: Wash hands after BITING FLIES, approved formulations sold, small amount on the palm applying. Keep out of eyes and mouth. Higher GNATS, repellents: the active ingredients and rubbing onto exposed concentrations provide longer periods of CHIGGERS, AND listed below are EPA skin. protection. Imperative to treat all exposed skin Available in TICKS approved. for maximum effectiveness. a variety of formulations Aerosol applications: hold Long time standard. Children should use 30% DEET or N, N-Diethyl- 6-8” from skin or clothing concentrations or less. Product should be applied meta-toluamide and apply with a slow by parents, apply to parent’s hand and then sweeping motion. Rub gently spread onto child’s skin. Approved for use on to spread over skin evenly. children over 2 months old. Also spray on clothing. May damage watch crystals. IR3535 Classified as a bio-pesticide by the EPA. Amino acid based Approved for use on children over 2 months old. (via Off! Personal, mechanical device for those who don’t Clip-ons) want to apply repellents to themselves. Oil of lemon eucalyptus Not approved for children under 3 years old. Skin reactions have been documented. P-methane diol A newly approved active ingredient by the EPA.

picaridin Effective alternative to DEET. Approved for use on children over 2 months old. To be used on clothing only. Good choice when exposed to ticks and Many brands and chiggers. formulations Refined oil of Nepta Nepta cateria is a member of the mint family of cateria (catnip oil) plants. 2-undecanone Classified as a bio-pesticide by the EPA. ANTS, FIRE Mound Dilute with water as Treatments tend to be more effective after soil Drenches instructed on the label. temperatures have warmed to 60°F. The For more active ingredients listed may come in various information: formulations – be sure to use one labeled for fire See publication, ants. Managing Mix the proper amount into a gallon container and Imported Fire Ants such as a water sprinkling can. Pour the solution b-cyfluthrin in Urban Areas on top of and around the mound like a gentle (UGA Extension permethrin rain. Do not otherwise disturb the mound. Use Bulletin #1191), at a minimum of 2 gallons of solution per mound. extension.uga.edu/ These products may not give immediate kill. and publications Check mounds 5-7 days later and re-treat if the lambda- colony has moved or new mounds are found. zeta- Very effective technique when only a few mounds are involved. Granular/ acephate For treating individual Mow area where mounds will be treated Dust Products bifenthrin mounds, measure out the prior to treatment. Best results if treated area recommended amount is thoroughly watered immediately after carbaryl as specified by the label. application. Sevin Sprinkle on the top of and Treat as mounds appear. Residual control for up around the mound. cyfluthrin to 4 weeks. Use a water sprinkler can or water hose to wet the mound and begin washing the gamma-cyhalothrin into the mound. Allow 5-7 days for control. 1 Be certain that the insecticide you purchase is labeled for the site desired.

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT & PRODUCT PRODUCT NAME METHODS AND RATE PEST TYPE (if specified) OF APPLICATION REMARKS AND PRECAUTIONS ANTS, FIRE Granular/ imidacloprid and (continued) Dust betacyfluthrin Products (continued) lambda-cyhalothrin permethrin spinosad Listed by Organic Materials Review Institute for use in organic production. Check label. thiamethoxam and lambda-cyhalothrin zeta-cypermethrin

Bait abamectin B1 Typically baits can be used at 2-5 Tbsp of Formulations Enforcer bait per mound or 1-1.5 lbs broadcast per Ascend acre. Read the label for rates. Baits are usually slower acting than other formulations. fipronil They are more effective if applied during Maxforce the spring or fall, and broadcast is more economical than mound treatment. Apply baits when ants are actively foraging for Amdro food. Few baits are labeled for vegetable hydromethylnon + gardens. Check the label. s- First Strike Extinguish Plus (hydromethylnon + s-methoprene) Dual indoxacarb active ingredients target worker ants and Ortho Fire Ant Killer prevent the queen from laying fertile eggs and Mound Treatment s-methoprene Extinguish Distance, Spectracide

BEDBUGS Spray Several permethrin- Thoroughly clean Bedbug infestations require a thorough based products available the mattress, springs, cleaning of the infested area. Anything Bedbugs are bed frame, and area that can be removed from the infested area difficult to eliminate cyfluthrin 0.1% surrounding the bed. should be. Bedbugs are typically nocturnal, and often require Bayer Advanced Home Lightly spray (do not feeding at night and hiding during the day professional soak) bedsteads, slats, in cracks and crevices near the bed or chairs assistance. imidacloprid springs, baseboards, and and couches that are used regularly. Bites Ortho Home Defense wall cracks. Allow to dry typically occur on areas of exposed skin Spray thoroughly (at least 4 overnight. Treatments should target cracks cypermethrin hours) before use. and crevices on the bed and bedding, the Hotshot Bedbug Killer structure of the bedroom itself and the decor (behind pictures). Complete coverage is Natural absolutely essential. Concentrate Follow-up monitoring will be necessary. Any Powder silicon dioxide Fine granular/powder- subsequent activity detected will require a Diatomaceous Earth based product. Apply to all follow-up treatment. The need for a follow- cracks and crevices around up treatment is not unusual. bed area. Sprays including pyriproxyfen will target eggs as well. deltamethrin

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT PRODUCT & PRODUCT NAME METHODS AND RATE PEST TYPE (if specified) OF APPLICATION REMARKS AND PRECAUTIONS BEES, WASPS, Aerosol A variety of active Apply in evening when Nuisance honey bee nests can often be HORNETS, ingredients are available in insects are at rest. With removed by bee removal experts. Contact AND YELLOW jet spray formulations. wind at back, aim at nest a Cooperative Extension agent for more JACKETS opening in trees, bushes, information. For more under eaves or in ground Some aerosols produce a jet stream up to information: cracks and crevices. 20-25 ft for the safety of the operator and the See publication Thoroughly treat nest. ability to reach nests high off the ground. Stinging and Re-treatment may be Apply in the evening. Make sure a clear Biting Pests of necessary. If possible, and accessible escape route is planned People (UGA destroy nest or seal nest and available to the applicator prior to Extension opening. initiating spraying. Circular #782) at extension.uga. Dust carbaryl or permethrin Make sure a clear and Dust formulations have proven effective edu/publications accessible escape route is in treating nests with confined openings planned and available prior as a result of colony members moving the to initiating treatment. product throughout the colony. Ground nests particularly susceptible. EYE GNATS Aerosol A variety of products and Follow label instructions Air movement from electric fans will give Foggers active ingredients available carefully. Spray downwind protection in a limited area. Commercial in aerosol foggers to allow spray to drift repellents are not very satisfactory. However, through area to be treated. devices like the Thermocell Mosquito Dense vegetation should Repellent or the Off Power Pad Lamp may be targeted, while avoiding provide localized relief. flower plants in an effort Not suitable control for households. to minimize pollinator exposure. Fogging and space sprays give temporary relief to limited areas (patio, porch, etc.). Mosquito adulticides will provide temporary relief. Ready-to- 0.2% Fogging Read label instructions carefully. Wear proper Use Black Flag Fogging formulated for electric protective equipment. Insecticide and propane gas powered thermo-foggers to be used undiluted. (Handheld models for homeowners from Ace Hardware, Lowes, Home Depot, and probably others). Spray downwind to allow spray to drift through area to be treated.

FLEAS Concentrate, Products containing Trim vegetation and At time of treatment, bedding should be (outside treatment Dust, beta-cyfluthrin, grass to reduce harborage removed, site treated and fresh bedding only) Granular bifenthrin, bifenthrin, (hiding sites) and increase provided. A comprehensive program is or Ready- zeta-cypermethrin, insecticide contact with required to eliminate development on animals to-Use carbaryl, cyfluthrin, pests. and in bedding and loafing/confinement areas. Hose-End cypermethrin, deltamethrin, A follow-up treatment 7-10 days after initial Products , gamma- treatment is suggested. cyhalothrin, imidacloprid, beta-cyfluthrin, lambda- cyhalothrin, , permethrin, , thiamethoxam, lambda- cyhalothrin, and pyriproxyfen

pyridine 1.3% , best if used in Martin’s IG Regulator conjunction with an adulticide. If used Concentrate with Nylar with an adulticide, necessity of follow-up treatment reduced.

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT & PRODUCT PRODUCT NAME METHODS AND RATE PEST TYPE (if specified) OF APPLICATION REMARKS AND PRECAUTIONS HOUSE FLIES, Aerosol A variety of Follow label instructions Can provide temporary relief in areas with BLOW FLIES, Foggers products and active carefully. Spray downwind limited air movement. STABLE FLIES, ingredients available to allow spray to drift DEER FLIES, in aerosol foggers. through area to be treated. BLACK FLIES, Dense vegetation should AND GNATS be targeted, while avoiding (outside treatment flower plants in an effort only) to minimize pollinator exposure. Most efficient control technique is Bait Granules Primarily for House Flies. Avoid placing bait where children, pets, or other to eliminate larval fly baits – several 1/4 lb (4 oz.)/500 sq ft animals will be exposed. habitats if possible. products (Scatter daily or as needed for quick knockdown.)

3.2-6.4 oz/1000 sq ft Alternative active ingredient that could be Zyrox Fly Granular useful in an insecticide resistance management Bait program.

1/4 lb (4 oz.)/500 sq ft Quick Strike Fly Bait

imidacloprid 1/4 lb (4 oz.)/500 sq ft Quickbayt Fly Bait

Concentrates Products containing Residual products: Spray around house and Ready-to- beta-cyfluthrin, foundations, outside of buildings on resting Use Products bifenthrin, cyfluthrin, areas, garbage cans, under porches, along cypermethrin, fences and shrubbery, border vegetation and deltamethrin, other areas where flies congregate. esfenvalerate, lambda-cyhalothrin, permethrin

malathion May do a poor job with house flies due to resistance. resmethrin 0.2% To be used undiluted. Ideal for use in electric, propane or gas-powered Black Flag Fogging foggers available through home improvement Insecticide and hardware stores.

Traps and 18.6% Treats 900-1200 cubic foot Suspend in area where flies are active, away Pest Strips No Pest Strip area from concentrations of human activity.

Not for use in food handling areas. Lasts up to 4 months.

nithiazine 1% Traps should not be placed in direct association Quick Strike Fly with areas of human activity. By design, the Abatement Strip traps draw flies to them.

Variety of sticky traps and funnel/jug traps

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT & PRODUCT PRODUCT NAME METHODS AND RATE PEST TYPE (if specified) OF APPLICATION REMARKS AND PRECAUTIONS LICE – HEAD, Various Products typically Follow label directions! Head lice live on the scalp and lay small white BODY AND products contain either eggs (nits) on individual hair shafts close to the CRAB available as permethrin, Inspect head after 7 days, scalp. Nits are most easily found on the nape of shampoos, , or despite label claims, the neck or behind the ears. For more cream rinse, extract shampoos usually do not Combing with a fine-toothed comb is information: See A mousse, kill all eggs (nits) present. considered a highly effective technique for Parent’s Guide to gels, or If live lice or eggs less than eliminating head lice populations. the ‘Nitty-Gritty’ lotions. 1/4 of an inch from the about Head Lice scalp are seen, a second All personal headgear, scarves, coats and bed (UGA Extension treatment should be given. linen should be disinfected by machine washing Circular #851) at Significant time should be in hot water and drying using the hot cycle extension.uga.edu/ spent removing any and of the dryer for at least 20 minutes. Personal publications all nits that are observed. combs and brushes should be disinfected by soaking in hot water (above 130°F) for 5-10 Pesticide sprays Read the label carefully for minutes. to surfaces and additional precautions. Vacuuming lounging areas to pick up hairs and objects in the lice is helpful. However, head lice cannot live home are not off a human host for more than 24 hours. recommended to control head lice Prescription benzyl alcohol lotion Does not kill eggs. Second Lotion is flammable, allow hair to dry naturally, populations. Medications treatment required 9 days do not use electric heat sources to dry or style after first. hair. ivermection lotion Prevents newly hatched lice from surviving. malathion lotion Kills eggs and lice, single application adequate for most patients. spinosad topical Kills eggs and lice, suspension retreatment not usually needed.

MIDGE LARVAE Liquid methoprene 20% Standing water – 10 lb/A Will suppress mosquitoes in standing water and (Chironomidae) Strike for initial dose, supplemental filter flies in water treatment sites. dose for 5-7.5 lb/A required every 21 days. Waste-water treatment sites – 5 oz/1 million gallons of flow for 14 days. Maintenance rate of 2.5-3 oz/1 million gallons will prevent reinfestation. Bacillus thuringiensis Standing water less than 6 Not effective against all midge species, members var. israelensis (Bti) feet deep: 1 gallon/A every of the subfamilies Chironomini and Tanytarsini 1200 ITUs 14 days. are generally susceptible. Will suppress Vectobac 12AS, mosquitoes in standing water and filter flies in Waste water treatment water treatment sites. sites: 20 mg/liter ai (1.67 ml) per liter of waste water. Treat for 30 minutes, repeat applications as needed after 2-4 weeks. Pellet Bacillus thuringiensis 18-26 lb/A Lower rates may Target areas where larvae are developing. subsp. israelensis suppress populations after Bactimos PT, 2-3% successive applications. Water Bacillus thuringiensis Use maximum mosquito Has been used effectively in large-scale and Dispersible subsp. israelensis rate of 7-14 oz/A international applications. Granule VectoBac WDG

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT PRODUCT & PRODUCT NAME METHODS AND RATE PEST TYPE (if specified) OF APPLICATION REMARKS AND PRECAUTIONS MITES, Variety of Products containing Mow grass and trim Permethrin is the repellent of choice for CHIGGERS products beta-cyfluthrin, bifenthrin, vegetation prior to insecticide chiggers. Permethrin is for treating clothing available carbaryl, cyfluthrin, application. only. See repellents. in either deltamethrin, gamma- concentrate, cyhalothrin, imidacloprid Water lightly, immediately Keep grass cut short and open to the sun to granule or beta-cyfluthrin, lambda- after granule applications. help reduce chiggers. ready-to-use cyhalothrin, permethri, formulations or tralomethrin will all Vegetation should not touch legs on walking be effective if applied trails. according to label. sulfur 100% 2 lb/1000 sq ft Apply with enough water for thorough wettable dusting sulfur coverage. Treat at weekly intervals and a day or 2 before protection is desired. MITES Variety of Products containing Spray lower foundation of Keeping the turf 12-48” from the side of the clover mites products bifenthrin, cyfluthrin, house as well as ground, lawn building will help create a barrier for clover (outside use available in deltamethrin, gamma- and plants in an area 10 feet mites. only) concentrate cyhalothrin, imidacloprid, wide around the perimeter of granular and beta-cyfluthrin, lambda- home. ready-to-use cyhalothrin, malathion, formulations permethrin, pyrethrin, Water lightly, immediately and tralomethrin will after granule application. work effectively when used according to label instructions. MITES Lotions or permethrin A physician should be Scabies rarely affects the head of children human itch mite Creams Elimite consulted for diagnosis and or adults but may occur in infants. One (scabies) (Physician’s prescription treatment. The lotion or the application is usually curative. Read the only) cream is applied to dry skin label carefully. Some itching may continue in a thin layer and rubbed in several weeks after a successful treatment thoroughly. Usually 1 oz is due to dead mites and tunnels still in the sufficient for an adult. A total skin. body application should be made from the neck down. The lotion or cream is left on for 8-12 hours then removed by thorough washing. MITES Few Products labeled for Treat in cracks and crevices, Various mites that feed on rodents or rodent mites, products perimeter pests would be attics, between walls, or birds will readily attack man, especially bird mites specifically effective. Mites are not other dry inconspicuous areas when the normal host is not available labeled for typically hard to control harboring mites. (dead, migrated, etc.) or large populations these pests. off their host. develop. Biting can cause severe itching and discomfort. Remove the nest if possible and exclude hosts. Various formulations of Quick kill, but no residue. Follow label precautions carefully. DO chemicals are available. NOT overtreat or an explosion is possible. pyrethrins 0.03 Can treat birds and cages. 8 in 1 Mite and Lice Spray STRAW ITCH pyrethrins In a kitchen, spray infested Mites are parasitic on the larva of grain and MITES area after removing food. cereal insects. Mites readily bite man when Various formulations in contact with infested hay, straw, or stored grain or flour. Can cause intense itching and fever. Remove infested materials. To prevent, keep products dry. For a residue in a food handling area, select one of the insecticides labeled for spraying of cockroaches. Apply to infested area following label instructions.

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT & PRODUCT PRODUCT NAME METHODS AND RATE REMARKS AND PEST TYPE (if specified) OF APPLICATION PRECAUTIONS MOSQUITOES Briquets Bacillus thuringiensis, subsp. 1/100 sq ft Very safe and effective. Re-treat as larval stage israelensis (Bti) needed. Mosquito Dunks For more methoprene 1/100 sq ft 30 day residual. information see: Altosid Briquets Best Management Practices of methoprene 1 lb./8000 sq ft 21 day residual – available in pet Integrated Pre-Strike Granules stores. Can be used in pet waters. Mosquito Granular Bacillus sphaericus 5-20 lb/A Very effective against the Culex Management Vectolex species. Some residual control, (UGA Extension reapply as needed after 2-4 weeks. Circular Bacillus thuringiensis, subsp. 1 tsp/25 sq ft Treatments need to be repeated # 1154) and israelensis (Bti) Mosquito Bits every 7-12 days Mosquito Biology and Behavior Tablets Bacillus thuringiensis, subsp. 1 tablet/13.2 gal (50 liters) Reapply at monthly intervals as (UGA Extension israelensis (Bti) needed. Circular VectoBac DT # 1155) at methoprene 1 Tb/100 sq ft extension.uga. Amdro Quick Kill Mosquito edu/ Bombs publication. Water Bacillus sphaericus Catch basins: 1 pounch/unit Soluble Vectolex WSP Open habitats: 1 pouch/50 Pouch square feet. Reapply as needed every 1-4 weeks. MOSQUITOES Aerosol A variety of products and active Follow label instructions For temporary relief over limited adult stage Foggers ingredients are available. carefully. Spray downwind to areas. allow spray to drift through Additional area to be treated. Dense information vegetation should be targeted, is available at while avoiding flower plants ent.uga.edu/ in an effort to minimize extension/ pollinator exposure. Spray controlling- areas infested with mosquitoes mosquitoes.html with a slow sweeping motion while moving away from treated area. Spray when air is still. Repeat if necessary. Surface/ Products containing bifenthrin, Wet surfaces uniformly, Residual carbaryl, cyfluthrin, cypermethrin, carefully treat vegetation, Concentrate deltamethrin, gamma-cyhalothrin, trying to coat bottom surfaces imidacloprid & beta-cyfluthrin, of leaves on shrubbery. lambda-cyhalothrin, malathion, permethrim, tralomethrin, or zeta- cypermetherin are all effective if used properly. Hand-held resmethrin 0.2% For use in electric, propane, or Follow manufacturer and label foggers Black Flag Fogging Insecticide gas powered thermal fogger directions carefully. (available Ace Hardware, Lowes, Home Depot, and For temporary relief over limited probably others). areas.

TRAPS: Several types of insect traps are sold for mosquito control. These include the Mosquito Magnet, Flowtron Power Trap, The Dragon- Fly, traditional “bug-zappers,” and others. While all of these traps will usually catch and kill mosquitoes, it is important to carefully read the operating instructions to be certain that the trap you plan to purchase has been shown to be effective against the species of mosquito that you have present. In general, you do not “trap-out” a pest population.

CANDLES, LAMPS, TORCHES & CLIP-ONS: Typically these devices contain citronella, allethrin, or metofluthrin. These devices are effective in repelling mosquitoes in enclosed areas or under still conditions. Moderate air movement will significantly reduce effectiveness.

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT PRODUCT & PRODUCT NAME METHODS AND RATE PEST TYPE (if specified) OF APPLICATION REMARKS AND PRECAUTIONS MOTH FLIES Liquid methoprene 20% Wastewater treatment Metering pumps are the most efficient and larval stage Strike sites: accurate application method. Will also 5 oz/1 million gal of flow suppress midge larvae. for 14 days. Maintenance rate of 2.5-3 oz/1 million gal of flow will prevent reinfestation.

Biological Bacillus thuringiensis var. Wastewater treatment Does not damage the zoogloea in Control Agent isrealensis (Bti) sites: wastewater filters and adds no chemicals Vectobac 12AS 10-20 mg/liter ai (0.833- to the discharges of receiving rivers and 1.67 ml) per liter of streams. wastewater. Treat for 30 minutes, repeat applications as needed after 2-4 weeks.

MOTH FLIES ULV Most mosquito adulticides Follow label instructions. adult stage Concentrate are also labeled for “nuisance flies” and would be effective for short- term suppression of a pest population. Perimeter Treatments Concentrate permethrin, bifenthrin, Various formulations are available as a EC deltamethrin perimeter or barrier treatment.

PERIMETER A variety Products containing To prevent pests from Removing piles of wood and trash close to PESTS: of products bifenthrin, carbaryl, entering building, spray a inhabited areas will reduce harborage areas. centipedes, are available cyfluthrin, cypermethrin, 5 foot band of soil around Removing mulch at least 3 feet from sides millipedes, in either deltamethrin, esfenvalerate, the house next to the of buildings will reduce millipede breeding. scorpions, concentrate, fipronil, gamma- foundation to a height of Do not burn sprayed firewood within 2 spiders granular or cyhalothrin, imidacloprid, 2-3 feet. Thoroughly spray weeks following treatment. ready-to-use lambda-cyhalothrin, any piles of firewood, (outside formulations. permethrin, or zeta- debris and other outside treatment only) cypermethrin will be areas where they are effective if used according found. to the label.

For more information see: Millipedes & Centipedes (UGA Extension Bulletin #1088) at extension.uga. edu/publication

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT & PRODUCT PRODUCT NAME METHODS AND RATE PEST TYPE (if specified) OF APPLICATION REMARKS AND PRECAUTIONS TICKS Concentrate Any product containing carbaryl or permethrin are Standard residual treatment involves brown dog and spot EC bifenthrin, carbaryl, suggested for brown dog thoroughly spraying window frames, door treatments outside cyfluthrin, cypermethrin, tick treatments sills, porch and patio walls, foundations, esfenvalerate, cracks and crevices. Spray a 5-ft band Tick control is best permethrin, tralomethrin around the house, 2-3 feet up wall. conducted as part of a comprehensive Dusts 5% or 10% carbaryl 2-4 lb/1000 sq ft Best applied after rain and with no rain or program where the (several products irrigation for 48 hours post-treatment. animals involved, available) their bedding and the indoor and Granules Any products containing Perimeter treatment to building surfaces outdoor areas that bifenthrin, beta- and ground treatment. they use are all cyfluthrin, carbaryl, treated. deltamethrin, gamma-cyhalothrin, imidacloprid, lambda- cyhalothrin, permethrin

Ready-to-Use Any products containing Hose-End bifenthrin, cyfluthrin, deltamethrin, lambda- cyhalothrin, permethrin, or tralomethrin

TICKS Granular 0.1% bifenthrin 1.2 lb/500 sq ft Higher rates are recommended for most area-wide treatment: Basic Solutions Lawn sites. campgrounds, and Garden Insect Killer picnic areas, Granular formulations usually work best footpaths, 8.0% carbaryl 2.4 lb/1000 sq ft if lightly watered after application. recreational parks, The Andersons backyards, and Professional Turf Large scale tick control is a difficult task. other outside Products It is important to keep vegetation mowed and trails cleared where the majority of For more 0.1% cyfluthrin 2-3 lb/1000 sq ft human activity occurs. information see: Bayer Advanced Multi- Protect Yourself Insect Killer By eliminating the majority of vegetation from Ticks (UGA that will contact hikers’ legs a large Extension Circular 0.15% imidacloprid & 2-3 lb/1000 sq ft percentage of tick contacts can be #937) at 0.05% beta-cyfluthrin eliminated. Walking trails should be cut extension.uga. Bayer Advanced Lawn, as low as possible. edu/publications Complete Insect Killer for Soil & Turf The Andersons Professional Turf Products – product of choice of public health 0.04% lambda- specialists dealing with Lyme Disease and cyhalothrin invasive species.” Spectracide Triazicide Soil & Turf Insect Killer Granules

0.25% permethrin Spectracide Bug Stop Insect Control Granules

Concentrate esfenvalerate, permethrin Uniform coverage important. EC Various products

Concentrate Rabon 50WP 2 lb formulation/25 gallons Most readily available through poultry WP to treat about 1 acre. supply dealers. This is the chemical of choice.

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