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  • Asked by Roger from Grimesland, Nc
    09/03/2012
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    Will Bifen eradicate fire ants?
    A

    Bifen IT is labeled for fire ant control and will help help eliminate fire ants when used as directed on the Bifen It product label: Fire Ant control is optimized by combining broadcast applications that will control foraging workers and newly mated fly-in queens with mound drenches that will control existing colonies. If the soil is not moist, then it is important to irrigate before application or use a high volume application. Apply broadcast treatments at 0.5 to 1 fluid oz. per 1,000 square feet. Use enough finished volume to penetrate thatch or sod. Treat mounds by applying 1 oz Bifen IT per mound in 1 to 2 gallons water by sprinkling the mound until it is wet and treat 3 feet out around the mound. Use the higher volume for mounds larger than 12”. Treat mounds with sufficient force to break their apex and allow the insecticide solution to flow into the ant tunnels. For best results, apply in cool weather (65 - 80˚F) or in early morning or late evening hours.

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    54 of 63 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jen from Fl
    04/19/2014
    Q
    I would like to spray Bifen it in front yard for fleas. I have five chickens I can't contain in the back yard.
    They do eat the grass. Will this harm them?
    A
    Bifen IT is labeled to be used in poultry houses and chicken pens so it should not harm your chickens even if they eat the grass.  The small amount of active ingredient is only enough to kill a small insect.  You must make sure your chickens are out of the area while you apply Bifen and then they can return to the area as soon as it is dry
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    53 of 63 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Carol from Naples Texas
    04/13/2017
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    How much Bifen I/T do I mix with water to kill fire ants?
    A

    Per the Bifen I/T Product Label:

    Imported Fire Ants: The best control will be achieved by using broadcast treatments in combination with mound drenches. This will control present colonies along with foraging workers and newly mated flyin queens. It is critical either to use high volume treatments or to irrigate prior to application if the soil is dry. Apply 1 fl. oz. per 1,000 square feet when using broadcast treatments. For mound drenches, dilute 1 teaspoon of Bifen I/T per gallon of water and use 1 to 2 gallons of finished dilution using sufficient force to penetrate the top and allow dilution to flood ant channels. Treat a four-foot diameter around each ant mound. Application should be made in late evening or early morning when it is cooler (65

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    51 of 64 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Roselle from Gloucester
    06/15/2019
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    Can you mix Bifen IT and Tekko Pro together?
    If so, what would the ratio be?
    A

    Yes, you will mix one ounce of Bifen IT and one ounce of Tekko Pro IGR per gallon of water.

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    49 of 52 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Leah from Burden, Ks
    07/07/2014
    Q
    What is the best spray for grasshoppers?
    I want to spray a Large area with a 15 gallon sprayer to get rid of the million grasshoppers. do not want to harm the yard or flowers. what should i use?
    A
    Bifen IT would be a good choice for grasshopper control. You should start applications before the grasshoppers have a chance to hatch for best control. You should thoroughly spray your lawn and water in the application with about a .25 in of water to help the product get past the thatch layer and into the soil where grass hoppers actually develop. If you already have grasshoppers you can use Bifen at the highest usage rate of 1 oz of product per 1 gallon of water for the quickest knockdown. Use sufficient amounts of water to help the product get to the soil layers. Once the Bifen has dried it will be completely safe for pets and children to resume their normal activity in the areas that have been treated. The Bifen is safe to be used on anything non-edible in the yard and will not harm trees, bushes or flowers.
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    47 of 51 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jerry from Wimauma Fl
    08/21/2013
    Q
    Will Bifen kill spiders?
    We have a dorm with 48 rooms. We have little spider inside the rooms will bifen take care of the problem.
    A
    Yes, Bifen IT will kill spiders. You wanto to mix at a rate of 1 fl oz Bifen IT to one gallon water.
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    47 of 53 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Lucas from Ft. Worth Tx
    04/07/2017
    Q
    It rained all night 2 hrs after I sprayed my yard with Bifen IT. Did the rain wash everything away?
    A

    Ad long as the Bifen IT had time to dry completely prior to rainfall, it did not wash away. It's considered rainfast after the treated area has dried.

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    46 of 51 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Michael from Houston,tx
    04/26/2012
    Q
    How much Bifen I/T do i put in a gallon of water for outside fire ants?
    last year we had a bad heat wave here in texas in which we we're limit to water restrictions here...so killing my grass bringing nickle size ant mounds all over my front yard (only)
    A
    According to the Bifen IT product label: Fire Ant control is optimized by combining broadcast applications that will control foraging workers and newly mated fly-in queens with mound drenches that will control existing colonies. If the soil is not moist, then it is important to irrigate before application or use a high volume of water for the application. Apply broadcast treatments at 0.5 to 1 fluid oz. per 1,000 square feet. You can dilute the recommended amount of Bifen IT in 1-5 gallons of water. Use enough water to penetrate thatch or sod. Treat mounds by applying 1 oz Bifen IT Professional per mound in 1 to 2 gallons water by sprinkling the mound until it is wet and treat 3 feet out around the mound. Use the higher volume for mounds larger than 12”. It is recommended that you use a broom handle to poke down through the center of the mound to allow the solution to penetrate. For best results, apply in cool weather (65 - 80˚F) or in early morning or late evening hours
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    43 of 48 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ken from Durand
    08/07/2015
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    Will Bifen IT damage flowers?
    A

    No, Bifen IT is labeled to be used over ornamentals, including flowers. You will use 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water. We would advise not spraying blossoms directly to protect desirable pollinating insects that may be present in the area.

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    43 of 45 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bryan from Trenton
    09/21/2016
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    Will Bifen IT kill spiders?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for spiders. The mixing ratio is 1 fl oz per gallon of water. Be sure to spray the areas where spiders are present so that they will come in contact with the treated area, such as around windows, doors, etc. This can be done every 30 days as needed indoors and outdoors. 

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    42 of 43 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by J.
    10/12/2013
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    Once Bifen It is applied to the yard and baseboards, how long does it take to kill brown dog ticks?
    A
    How long it takes the ticks to die after they come into contact with a treated area will depend on a number of factors. It will depend on the maturity of the tick as well as how long they stayed on the treated area, how long it has been since the area was treated and the concentration that was used to treat the area. Typically it can take anywhere from a couple of hours to a day or so for them to die. It can take several weeks for you to stop seeing ticks indoors because the ticks like to stay hidden which also means they could be staying out of treated areas and eggs may hatch out prolonging the infestation. We recommend doing follow up treatments every two weeks at the highest usage rate of 1 oz of product per gallon of water until you do not see any ticks.
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    40 of 41 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Lane from Prosperity, Sc
    06/13/2014
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    Is Bifen IT the same as Bifenthrin?
    A
    Bifen IT is the name of the product but it does contain bifenthrin which is the active ingredient of the product.
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    36 of 58 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Phil from Nm
    04/12/2017
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    What are the temperature requirements to apply Bifen IT?
    A

    There really are no temperature restrictions for applying Bifen IT.  It can be applied at any time of day as long as you are not expecting any rain for at least 24 hours. 

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    36 of 43 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mike from Houston Tx
    06/23/2014
    Q
    I emptied out the kitchen cabinets. Can i spray Bifen in lower cabinets?
    Do I clean afterwards?
    A
    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled to be sprayed inside of cabinets. We would recommend cleaning the cabinets before you spray. Once the product is dry, it is safe to place your items back into the cabinets.
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    35 of 36 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mark
    07/22/2010
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    Can Bifen IT be used with a thermal fogger?
    If so, would you mix the same concentration in oil as you recommend with water? I prefer a thermal fogger because I have a 5 acre property and need to infiltrate the deep woods all around me.
    A
    Bifen IT is not permitted to use in a ULV or a thermal fogger.  Bifen IT is only permitted to be used in a hand pump or gas powdered sprayer with larger droplets.  Bifen IT can clog foggers. Only oil based fog solutions are usually advised to be used in a thermal fogger.  Our recommendation would by Pyrocide 100, which is a fogging solution that is great for mosquitoes and flying insects. Most fogging solutions do not leave a long residual and should be re-applied for optimum results.
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    35 of 39 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mike
    06/28/2010
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    Will Bifen IT kill my herbs and tomato plants?
    I'm worried about the affects on my pets and veggies. Also, when do I apply the spray? Morning, dewy periods, dry evening? I read the MSDS and insert, but I'm still concerned. Thanks
    A
    Bifen IT will not kill your tomato plants or your vegetables.  However, Bifen IT is not labeled to treat edible plants and should not be used on or near where it could come into contact with your garden. We do carry Acephate 75 SP which is labeled for many vegetables in a garden.
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    35 of 40 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by John
    01/13/2011
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    What is the recommended clean out rate for Bifen IT when treating a heavy German roach infestation?
    A
    Bifen IT can be used at a rate of 1 ounce per gallon of water for roach infestation cleanouts.
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    33 of 39 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Tim from Bardstown Ky
    06/26/2016
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    How much Bifen IT do I use per gallon of water to treat for Japanese Beetles?
    A

    When treating for Japanese Beetles, you will use 0.25 - 0.5 oz of Bifen IT per gallon of water on ornamental shrubs and trees. If you're treating your lawn, you will use 0.5 - 1.0 oz per gallon of water.

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    33 of 33 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Don from Spokane, Wa
    05/15/2016
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    Could Bifen IT be applied on rose bushes?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT can be applied to any bushes, shrubs, trees, and landscaped areas as well as flowering plants like roses.  However, you should minimize the spray on the actual flowering rose as you do not want it to get on any bees that help with pollination.

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    33 of 35 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bruce from Lincoln, Al
    05/07/2018
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    Does Bifen IT kill Carpenter Bees?
    I have a log home and use Bifen IT for everything else and love it. However when looking at your label I don't see Carpenter Bees listed. I see bees listed and I'm assuming that it includes Carpenter Bees. Thanks in advance.
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT will help control carpenter bees when it is applied to surfaces where the carpenter bees land.  We also recommend dusting the carpenter bee holes with an insecticide dust such as Tempo Dust to help kill any larva inside. Do not plug the holes for at least 30 days after dusting to prevent the developing larva from drilling a new hole to exit.

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