S Shaun Bowler ArboristSite Operative Joined Jul 24, 2002 Messages 372 Reaction score 45 Location CA. Jun 19, 2016 #1 What is the name of the insecticide used on the Bark Beetle that are killing the trees in New Mexico?
What is the name of the insecticide used on the Bark Beetle that are killing the trees in New Mexico?
K ktsmith New Member Joined Jun 23, 2016 Messages 1 Reaction score 0 Location New Hampshire and Maine Jun 23, 2016 #2 The NM fact sheet lists carbaryl and permethrin as effective: http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/SFD/FWHPlan/documents/BarkBeetleFrequentlyAskedQuestions.pdf Keep in mind that the insecticide needs to be applied prior to infestation. Be sure to follow state and label guidelines. I'm sure you don't need that last reminder, but somebody might!
The NM fact sheet lists carbaryl and permethrin as effective: http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/SFD/FWHPlan/documents/BarkBeetleFrequentlyAskedQuestions.pdf Keep in mind that the insecticide needs to be applied prior to infestation. Be sure to follow state and label guidelines. I'm sure you don't need that last reminder, but somebody might!
