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 or bugs. 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. Keep in mind that this product cannot be broadcasted where chickens wil graze.
Bifen IT is labeled my the manufacturer for indoor use. Bifen IT is labeled to kill cockroaches that come in contact with treated surfaces. If you have a roach infestation we advice you use one of our Roach Control Kits.
As long as you keep chickens out of the area while applying Bifen I/T and until it has time to completely dry it should be safe for your chickens to return to that area. It also will not harm the chickens if they eat an insect that has died from the Bifen I/T treatment.
Bifen IT can be used on laminated, painted and stained surfaces that would not normally be stained by water. Always mix per the product label instructions at the advised product label rate.
A small test spot application can always be done prior to spraying if staining is a concern.
Yes, Bifen IT is labeled to control stinkbugs. The rate is 1 oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft monthly to listed exterior areas and quarterly to interior crevices. Please refer to the product label for full application instructions. For more information on treating stinkbugs, check out our article here.
Yes, Bifen IT is labeled to control scorpions as directed.
We generally recommend using a pyrethroid such as Bifen IT or Permethrin SFR as a preventative treatment in late spring/summer before the egg hatches to protect trees. If trees are badly infested, then they should be removed and either chipped or burned.
Keep in mind that trees that become infested with bark beetles are almost always susceptible due to some other existing weakness such as drought or disease.
As long as Bifen IT has a chance to dry before the rain, should not cause any problems for your pets even if they chew on the grass or drink water from puddles.
Per the product label, the soil around a well can be treated with Bifen IT as long as you are following the instructions. It is recommended to keep applications at least 10 ft away from the well. Please be sure to review the product label for more information before use. Pages 11-12 give specific instructions for treating around wells.
Bifen IT cannot be used in a fogger, can only be used in a mister/sprayer. We do not recommend fogging as there is no residual behind fogging.
Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for spider mites.
An insecticide such as Bifen IT can be mixed with a herbicide, however, we would not recommend mixing it with a surfactant. Anytime a product does not require a surfactant, we do not recommend mixing it with anything that does. If you choose to proceed, make sure you do a jar test to see how they react together. If they separate, change colors, or any other chemical reactions, they will not work together.
The coverage will depend on the type of pest you are treating for and the area that is being treated. Please check the Bifen IT product label to see what concentration and coverage rate your situation calls for. One pint of Bifen IT will make approximately 16-48 gallons of diluted solution and one quart of Bifen IT will make approximately 32-96 of diluted solution. If you need help figuring out the concentration, please call customer service at: 866-581-7378
Bifen IT cannot be used on areas that will be used for grazing by animals. Extinguish Fire Ant Bait as well, and has no withdrawal or grazing restrictions on the label.
No, Bifen IT is a water-based product and is not labeled for use in foggers of any kind.
