In-Depth Guide to Ground Squirrel Control for Alfalfa and Grass Crops
Acme Pest Control LLC specializes in ground squirrel control for Alfalfa and Grass crops using Zinc Phosphide Concentrate. Learn about their process, safety precautions, and successful track record in controlling Belding's ground squirrels. From preparing bait to handling applications, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to protect your crops effectively.
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Acme Pest Control LLC Acme Pest Control LLC The West s Commercial Leader in Belding s ground squirrel control for Alfalfa Alfalfa/Grass crops using Zinc Phosphide Concentrate 316 North Alvord Ave. Burns, Oregon 97720 Mark Owens - Principal Matt Zander - Principal 541.589.2379 541.589.0266 hayfarmer70@gmail.com zander2778@gmail.com Don McNab 541.589.0863 donmcnab1@gmail.com
Introduction into Acme Pest Control LLC. Introduction into Acme Pest Control LLC. First and Foremost we are Hay Growers. We have spent years working on ground squirrel control on our own fields. We understand the direct cost and profit loss due to Belding s ground squirrel damage. Elko Nv. Studies with Strychnine and Zinc Phosphide Concentrate. Control of Label. 3 years experience. Over 10,000 acres treated in the last 2 years. 90% plus kill and control rate.
The Process The Process How we prepare the bait. How we prepare the bait. Processing of pre-bait cabbage. Cutting size requirements. Equipment type of cutter. Mixing oil type of-day of and stored oil application. Ready tubs for delivery to field. Processing of treated cabbage. From oiled pre-bait. Mixing- Z.P. formulations. Loading tubs.
The Process The Process treated bait continued. treated bait continued. Delivery of tubs to field. Container separation colored tubs branded buckets. Cross contamination. Storage.
Safety precautions of Z.P. for Mixers/Handlers Safety precautions of Z.P. for Mixers/Handlers PPE for mixers/handlers Respirators. Full face coverage. Fit test. Medical evaluation. Clean daily. Other PPE Chemical resistant non-lined gloves. Coveralls long sleeve shirts, full length pants, shoes and socks.
Safety precautions for mixer/handlers cont. Safety precautions for mixer/handlers cont. Opening packages/containers do not shake. Weighing. Mixing. Powder dust danger. Washing and wiping down equipment.
Safety precautions for applicators. Safety precautions for applicators. PPE for applicators Long sleeve shirts, full length pants, shoes and socks. Coveralls. Non-lined gloves Eye protection brow and temple coverage.
General Safety for all involved in handling Z.P. General Safety for all involved in handling Z.P. No hand to mouth. No hand to eye. Washing hands before bathroom break. No gum, cigarettes, smokeless tobacco etc. No water bottles - drink containers. Clean clothes and PPE every day.
General information about Zinc Phosphide General information about Zinc Phosphide Concentrate Concentrate Fairly stable once mixed. Garlic odor. Limit long periods of direct odor. Wash down equipment mixer, tubs ,bucket, PPE daily. ATV side by side care.
Field work Field work Application of pre Application of pre- -bait / treated bait. bait / treated bait. Timing of application once squirrels first emerge. Prior to diet change. Timing-mid morning. Weather conditions rain, snow. Amount - .05 Placement of bait best side of holes, etc. Pre-bait less, treated bait more. Amount of coverage labor force, head count. Get in and get out no shooting etc., allow squirrels to feed quietly.
Monitoring of fields pre and post applications. Monitoring of fields pre and post applications. Hazing migratory birds, 14 days prior. Kill times morning and evening. Dragging fields. Disposal of unused bait. Disposal of dead rodents No secondary kills recorded.
Protection of Label Protection of Label More is better, is not! Proper hazing of migratory birds. Using product for non targeted species. Poisoning yourself. Proper storage. We as growers can not afford to loss this very valuable tool.
Economics. Economics. Personal data has shown 1 to 1.5 tons per acre increase in yields in the first cutting and increased residual yields continuing throughout the growing season. Less wear and tear on equipment and operators. Less dirt from mounds in your finished product. Better tests on your hay from less dirt in your bales from much fewer mounds. No shot up pipelines and equipment from shooters. Fish and Wildlife are supporting its use due to no secondary kills recorded.
Questions ? Acme Pest Control LLC 316 N. Alvord Ave. Burns, Oregon 97720 Mark Owens 541.589.2379 hayfarmer70@gmail.com Matt Zander 541.589.0266 zander2778@gmail.com Don McNab 541.589.0863 donmcnab1@gmail.com
