Effect of vegetation on the longevity, mobility and activity of fipronil applied at the termiticidal rate in laboratory soil columns

Christopher Peterson

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Effect of vegetation on the longevity, mobility and activity of fipronil applied at the termiticidal rate in laboratory soil columns

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Authors:

Christopher Peterson

Year:

2010

Type:

Scientific Journal

Station:

Southern Research Station

Source:

Pest Manag Sci 66:944-948

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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Termiticides are applied at concentrations much higher than those used in agricultural settings. The longevity of fipronil has not yet been examined at the rates used for termite control, nor has the compound’s movement in the soil been addressed.

Keywords

finpronil, soil mobility, longevity, termiticide

Citation

Peterson, C.J. 2010.Effect of vegetation on the longevity, mobility and activity of fipronil applied at the termiticidal rate in laboratory soil columns. Pest Manag Sci 66:944-948.