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how much diuron should i put in my pond

by Dr. Mossie Hirthe Published 3 years ago Updated 3 years ago

How much Diuron should I put in my pond? The approved application rate is 0.5 ounce of product, or 0.4 ounce active ingredient, per acre-foot, every seven days, not to exceed nine applications per year..

The treatment may be applied at a rate of 0.5 ounce of product or 0.4 ounce active ingredient per acre foot. Application can be made every seven days, but may not exceed nine applications per year or more than 0.225 pound of active ingredient diuron per acre foot per year.

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How do you apply diuron to a pond?

According to the EPA, the diuron products may be applied on commercial levee-contained catfish ponds by pouring a pre-mixed slurry from a bucket directly into the pond on the outflow side of the operating aerator.

How long does it take for diuron to work?

Diuron 80 DF Herbicide begins to eliminate unwanted seedlings before germination begins within turf just after application, but can take up to several weeks to completely kill of the target weeds after they have emerged.

Is diuron safe for fish?

Drexel Diuron 80 Herbicide is not labeled to be used in ponds, lakes, or other bodies of water. Diquat is a fast-acting aquatic & landscape herbicide that kills both weeds and grasses. It has a full aquatic label and is not harmful to aquatic animals.

Can you use Diuron 80DF for ponds?

For Control of Algae and Aquatic Weeds in Ponds and Dugouts Diuron 80 DF is recommended for the control of algae, including filamentous types, and certain aquatic weeds in ponds and dugouts which have little or no water flow-through. Treatment is not effective in flowing water.

Why is Diuron banned?

Diuron is a broad-spectrum herbicide, most commonly used by the sugar cane industry in Australia. Due to concerns over its toxicity, and the threat posed to people, a Diuron ban was implemented by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) in 2011.Aug 22, 2017

How do you mix Diuron?

Mix proper amount of DIURON 80DF into necessary volume of water; where use of a surfactant is recommended, dilute with 10 parts of water and add as last ingredient to nearly full tank. All dosages are expressed as broadcast rates; for band treatment, use proportionately less.

How do you use diuron herbicide?

Diuron only works best when the active ingredient is applied to young weeds in their very early stage as a post-emergent or pre-emergently before the seeds have sprouted. It will not be effective against mature weeds. Do not use Diuron in residential areas as it is used mostly to treat crop sites and industrial areas.

How do you use Alligare Diuron 80DF?

Alligare Diuron 80DF is a dispersible granule to be mixed with water and applied as a spray for selective control of weeds in certain crops and for non-selective weed control on non- cropland areas.

How much is a gallon of diuron?

BEST ANSWER: You can use 1 ounce per gallon of water to cover about 500 square feet of area. BEST ANSWER: You can use 1 ounce per gallon of water to cover about 500 square feet of area.

Is Diuron safe for animals?

Acute toxicity: Diuron is slightly toxic to mammals.

Can I use Karmex DF in a pond?

KARMEX® DF Herbicide is a dispersible granule, mixed with water and applied as a spray to the surface of the ground, pond or dugout for control of weeds and/or algae.

How do you mix Karmex for a pond?

For application by handgun mix 1.5kg KARMEX DF in 100 litres of water. For small areas mix 1 capful of KARMEX DF in 10 litres of water.

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