Ensuring Pesticide Compatibility in Tank Mixes
Separation of pesticide components in a product container. Without agitation this can occur in a tank, leading to improper mixing and inconsistent results. Credits: Ethan Carter, UF/IFAS.
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Keywords

tank mix
adverse reactions
pesticide application

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Bultemeier, Brett, Ethan Carter, and Benjamin Sperry. 2024. “Ensuring Pesticide Compatibility in Tank Mixes: PI301, 9/2024”. EDIS 2024 (5). Gainesville, FL. https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-pi301-2024.

Abstract

This publication is intended to help pesticide applicators and county Extension faculty to better understand proper pesticide mixing and to reduce instances of incompatibility. After reading this publication, readers should understand the causes of pesticide incompatibility, how to avoid incompatibility, and how to maximize the benefits of tank mixing. Written by Brett Bultemeier, Ethan Carter, and Benjamin Sperry, and published by the UF/IFAS Pesticide Information Office, September 2024.

https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-pi301-2024
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References

Bultemeier, B. W., and B. Sperry. 2021. “Sprayer Cleanout Procedures: Protect Equipment and Crops.” EDIS. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/PI291

FIFRA. n.d. “Section 2(ee) Recommendation.” https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/regulating/section18-training/module-1/story_content/external_files/PREP_Section18_Training_Section2ee_Attachment.pdf

Fishel, F. M., and J. A. Ferrell. 2019. “Water pH and the Effectiveness of Pesticides.” EDIS. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/PI193

Hagar, A. 2013. “Corn Herbicide/Insecticide Precautions.” Department of Crop Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. https://farmdoc.illinois.edu/field-crop-production/weeds/corn-herbicideinsecticide-precautions.html

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