Bifen IT should NOT be applied to livestock. We do carry other products that can be applied for insect control safely on livestock including Hi-Yield Lawn, Garden, Pet and Livestock Insect Control.
The decision to add pasture applications where livestock will be present (or not) to the Bifen IT product label was made by the manufacturer of the product. We are the retail distributor and have no part in the testing.
We do not see any reason why you can't spray Bifen IT and Hi-Yield Atrazine together. For more information on application and dilution, please refer to the product labels of each product.
Bifen IT cannot be applied to hay intended to be consumed by animals. We would recommend to use Evergreen Pyrethrum. Be sure to wait a week or two after application to harvest.
Bifen IT cannot be used in pastures where animals graze. If there are no grazing animals, let us know what you are treating for, for specific rates.
Yes, you can spray Bifen IT from a Stihl SR 200 backpack sprayer.
You can apply Bifen IT indoors and outdoors for flies in general as long as you make sure none of the spray winds up in the lake. If contaminating the lake is a concern for you there is a product called Essentria IC3 that can be used around water without worry of hurting any aquatic life. Essentria IC3 is a broad-spectrum natural insecticide that works just as well as the synthetic insecticides but without the aquatic toxicity issue.
Yes, Bifen IT can kill large roaches such as Smoky Brown Roaches. You would dilute at the highest application rate, 1 oz. of Bifen IT per gallon of water. Please take a few moments to review our Roach Prevention Guide for more tips on how to prevent roach infestations.
Bifen IT cannot be used in any type of fogging application. When using in a backpack sprayer you can use a respirator like the Comfo Classic but generally it is not needed unless you cannot get to fresh free flowing area. A standard N95 mask is the basic recommendation.
Yes, Bifen IT will kill bed bugs. The mixing rate is 1 fl oz per gallon of water. Be sure to treat every 10-14 days until you do not see activity for 30 days.
Also, please take a look at our Bed Bug Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent bed bugs in the future.
Bifen IT is safe for pets when surfaces are completely dry, but should not be applied in areas where there will be animals grazing.
No, Bifen IT is not labeled for use on your couch. We would recommend getting a proper identification to find out exactly what you are dealing with. We would be happy to assist with getting the best product for your needs.
Bifen IT can take several minutes or longer to kill a listed pest that contacts the treated surfaces. It is mixed at 1 fl oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft monthly to the exterior areas and quarterly to the interior crevices. Eliminating springtails can take time. Springtails indicate that there is a moisture issue because they breed in walls or under slabs where a moisture issue may exist. Typically, pesticides alone will not take care of a springtail problem. It is required to fix whatever moisture issue is causing the problem. You should read our "How To Get Rid of Springtails" article for further information.
You can use Bifen IT as a preventative. You want to spray around the outside perimeter of your home 2-3 feet up and out. Also, indoors cracks and crevices. You can also put a few traps like the Beetle Bagger Japanese Beetle Trap - Kit around too. Please let us know if you have any more questions.
Bifen IT will not kill voles or snakes and should not be applied directly to them as they are not targeted species. It should not harm snakes if they consume insects which contacted the insecticide. We do offer snake repellents and products for vole control. Bifen IT will only kill listed pests.
Bifen IT can be toxic to aquatic life, so it should not be used indoors in or near aquariums or reptile habitats. Bifen IT is safe to use outdoors as directed on the product label and indoors as a crack and crevice treatment. For other pets such as dogs and cats, it is safe if animals are kept out of the treatment area until the application is dry. If you are having trouble with ants indoors, then our Indoor Ant Kit is a great choice. This kit contains two different baits which get carried throughout ant colonies, refillable bait stations, plus Temprid Ready Spray to be used along doorways, window frames, and other places where ants are likely to enter the structure. You should always cover aquariums before using insecticide sprays indoors. Our most popular choice for treating ants outdoors is Taurus SC used around the perimeter of the home. Please see our Ant Treatment Guide for more tips and product recommendations.
Keep in mind that Bifen IT is not a contact kill. How long it takes to see results will depend on several factors, including how healthy the leafhopper is and how long it spends on a treated surface. It could be hours or even a couple of days.
That is correct, the Bifen IT 3/4 gallon does not have a measuring reservoir. You will need a separate measuring device to measure out the correct amount of concentrate. You could use any measure cup as long as it is designated just for insecticides.
Bifen IT can be used to kill clover mites and will leave a residual of up to 30 days outside. It will not repel them from the area but instead will continue to kill those that contact a treated surface after application. We have a guide here with more information on treating and preventing this pest.
