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Alternative Control:
Bulls-Eye Bioinsecticide
ACORN
NEWSLETTER
May 2002
What is Bulls-Eye Bioinsecticide, Conserve
or Fertilome Caterpillar or Bagworm Killer?
These are trade names for a biologically based type insecticide. This
product is derived from the fungus Saccharopolyspora spinosad. The product
has been classified as a reduced risk pesticide by the EPA.
Why use it?
This bioinsecticide is compatible with biological control and very effective
against its target pests --the compound causes paralysis of the pest in
about one hour. The pest may be present on your plant but it will be unable
to eat--.
What pests does it kill?
Many caterpillars, sawflies, leaf beetles (not JB), tip moths, thrips,
gall midges, fly leaf miners (not BLM), cat fleas.
Can I use it in the home garden?
This product is labeled to be used in home gardens, interiorscapes, turf,
greenhouse, nursery, Christmas tree production. The homeowner formulation
is called Bulls-Eyes Bioinsecticide, or Fertilome Borer, Bagworm and,
Caterpillar and Sawfly killer.
Is it compatible with beneficial insects?
Yes, this bioinsecticide was found to be practically non-toxic to beneficials.
It does not kill predatory mites, minute pirate bugs, lacewings, or ladybeetles.
However, it may kill flying parasitic wasps and bees. The product has
a short residual activity because it is degraded by sunlight.
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