Control of alfalfa weevil by spraying poison over fields
The United States Department of Agriculture describes an effective, tested method for alfalfa weevil control by spraying arsenical poisons over fields. Two pounds of lead arsenate per 100 gallons of water with soap ensures leaf adhesion, using a high pressure sprayer for even mist distribution. Application timing targets the turning point before first-cut readiness, with spring spraying reducing damage and aiding the second crop.
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Alfalfa Spraying and Weevil Control Methods
The article outlines spraying capacity calculations for alfalfa fields with a nine gallon per minute pump feeding ten nozzles, aiming 100 gallons per acre. It discusses equipment choices, nozzle height, and wagon-mounted setups, plus preemptive control strategies such as pasture destruction of eggs, cutting green forage, and dust mulch cultivation to kill weevils before the turning point of infestation.
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