Talstar Xtra Granular

Which of the following is a specific restriction when treating for Ticks?

• Do not apply during temperatures above 77°F
• Do not make spot applications ✓
• Do not apply in leaf litter
• Do not use more than 2.8 lbs per 1000 sq. ft.

Answer: The restrictions section explicitly states 'Do not make spot applications' for Ticks.

What is the correct procedure for treating Imported Fire ant mounds?

• Apply 4.6 pounds of granules per 1000 square feet via broadcast
• Apply 1/2 cup of granules per mound and drench with 1 to 2 gallons of water ✓
• Apply 125 pounds of granules per acre to provide four months of activity
• Apply 1.0 to 1.5 Tablespoons per 4 square feet of mound

Answer: For mound treatments, the label instructs to apply 1/2 cup of granules per mound and drench with 1 to 2 gallons of water.

What is the broadcast application rate for actively foraging ants?

• 1.0 to 1.5 Tablespoons per 4 sq. ft.
• 2.3 to 4.6 lbs per 1000 sq. ft. ✓
• 0.50 lbs ai per acre
• 125 lbs per acre

Answer: For actively foraging ants, the rate is 2.3 to 4.6 lbs per 1000 sq. ft.

According to the label, what should be done with food utensils like teaspoons or measuring cups after they have been used with the insecticide?

• They can be reused for food after being washed with soap
• They should be sterilized with boiling water
• They should not be used for food purposes after use with insecticide ✓
• They must be discarded immediately

Answer: The restrictions state that food utensils such as teaspoons and measuring cups should not be used for food purposes after use with insecticide.

When targeting Annual Bluegrass Weevil (Hyperodes) adults, the application should be timed based on which botanical indicators?

• When Forsythia is in full bloom and concludes when flowering dogwood is in full bloom ✓
• When Vanhoutte spiraea and horse chestnut are in full bloom
• When Rose of Sharon is in full bloom
• During the months of April and May

Answer: The label states movement of adult weevils begins when Forsythia is in full bloom and concludes when flowering dogwood is in full bloom.

When treating grass areas for Mole Crickets (adults or nymphs), what is a necessary step if the soil is not moist?

• Wait for the next rain event before applying
• Apply the granules in the early morning only
• Irrigate before application ✓
• Apply at high noon to increase soil temperature

Answer: The label states that if the soil is not moist, it is important to irrigate before application to bring mole crickets closer to the soil surface.

When treating pad mounted electrical sites for ants, what is the required application rate per 4 square feet of mounting pad?

• 1.0 to 1.5 Tablespoons (0.06 to 0.09 pounds) ✓
• 4.6 pounds of granules
• 1/2 cup of granules
• 2.8 pounds per 1000 square feet

Answer: The label specifies a rate of 1.0 to 1.5 Tablespoons (0.06 to 0.09 pounds) per 4 square feet of mounting pad for ants.

When treating Pad Mounted Electrical Sites for ants, what must be done if existing transformers are partially filled with soil?

• Apply granules directly over the soil fill
• Remove any excess fill and level the remaining soil prior to application ✓
• Dilute the granules in 1 gallon of water before application
• Wait until the soil is moist before applying

Answer: The label notes that where transformers are filled with soil, you should remove excess fill and level the soil prior to application.