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  • Asked by Richard
    12/27/2010
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    Will NyGuard work for scorpions?
    I was told a local pest control company uses insect growth regulators for scorpions. Just wondering if this product will work for the control of scorpions? Thanks.
    A
    Nyguard is not labeled for scorpions. This could mean that the manufacturer has not tested this product for scorpions or that they have tested it for scorpions and felt that it was not effective for that application. We would not depend on Nyguard to be effective for scorpions.
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  • Asked by Keith from Magnolia, Ar
    07/18/2016
    Q
    How strong should I mix NyGuard for outside use for flea prevention? How long will it last outside?
    A

    NyGuard IGR would be good to use a rate of 8 ml per gallon for 1500 sqft.  Application on soil surfaces will provide 30 to 60 days of IGR activity, depending upon insect type, soil type and weather conditions

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  • Asked by James from 39525
    08/24/2017
    Q
    How long does it take for NyGuard IGR to dry?
    A

    It will take 1-2 hours approximately for the application of NyGuard IGR to dry (long enough for the water to dissipate).

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  • Asked by Ray from Nh
    04/22/2018
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    Does NyGuard IGR hurt honey bees?
    A

    NyGuard IGR is not labeled to control any form of bees and does not list toxicity for bees in the treated areas.  We would recommend applying early morning or late evening when they are less active just to be safe.

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  • Asked by Joe from Northwest Florida
    08/06/2013
    Q
    Can you use NyGuard IGR in a Hose Sprayer?
    Are you able to use NyGuard IGR in a Hose Sprayer? If so, what would be the dilution rate? is it possible to use in a Sprayer with Talstar Pro?
    A
    NyGuard IGR is typically not a product that can be used in a hose end sprayer as few sprayers will dial down to the small amount of this product that is needed per gallon. You can use it in a hand pump sprayer with Talstar at the rate of 1 ounce of Talstar and 4-8 ml of NyGuard IGR per gallon of water. Once you have treated your first time with the mixture of the two products, you can use the hose end sprayer to apply the Talstar again 30 days later while the NyGuard is continuing to work. The rate for a hose end sprayer for Talstar is the same as a pump sprayer, just put the concentrate into the reservoir, set the dial to 1 ounce and start spraying. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
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  • Asked by Anwar from Nj
    09/02/2018
    Q
    Will NyGuard IGR help to kill clothes moths?
    I already bought a bottle of NyGuard IGR and a bottle of Talstar try to get rid of moths in my closet.
    A

    NyGuard IGR is a great insect growth regulator choice as it is labeled for clothes moths. It will not kill the insect only impede the reproductive cycle. It should be diluted with water and applied with your Talstar P. Using a clothes moth trap is also encouraged.

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  • Asked by William from Margate, Florida
    01/02/2020
    Q
    What happens if I use a non-repellent and an IGR, such as NyGuard IGR, on roaches?
    Why do they scatter if it is a flushing agent? Do NyGuard and Alpine WSG act like a flushing agent when mixed?
    A

    NyGuard IGR and Alpine WSG are not considered flushing agents. Alpine WSG (water-soluble granule) is a non-pyrethroid, non-repellent broad-spectrum insecticide that uses the active ingredient Dinotefuran. NyGuard IGR is an Insect Growth Regulator which is like a kind of birth control for insects. It will stop the roaches from being able to reproduce and mature further into their lifecycles. The combination of an insecticide and an IGR is recommended when dealing with pests like roaches. Nyguard IGR can be added to Alpine WSG with no negative side effects. For more information on treating roaches, please review our article on How to Get Rid of Roaches for more helpful tips.

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  • Asked by Lori from Waterloo, Wi
    09/13/2014
    Q
    If used alone, is Nyguard safe to spray (where horses graze) in a pasture?
    It has not been enough for me to treat the areas outside the pastures. Gnats, and mosquitos are bad, and in the grass, which is not terribly long but can't be cut as short as the lawn as I want to promote good grazing grass. I'd like some recommendations for natural control (IGR's and BTI if they would be safe for pasture). Essentria would be too costly long term. Thank you!
    A

    No, Nyguard IGR is not labeled to be used on pastures where animals graze.

    For mosquitos and gnats, we would recommend focusing on the trees and/or water sources in the area. Do not spray the grazing area. Put BTI mosquito dunks in the water sources. Horses can still drink from these areas that have been treated with the mosquito dunks. For spraying, we would recommend using EcoVia. It is a natural product that can be sprayed on trees, bushes, shrubs, etc. It is not labeled to be sprayed on any type of grazing area. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.

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  • Asked by Roxanna from Lusby, Md
    04/02/2016
    Q
    What bugs exactly does NyGuard IGR fight against?
    I have the little Bottle of Nyguard IGR concentrate.
    A

    NyGuard IGR is an insect growth regulator that does not actually kill insects.  It prevent the young of the insects listed on the product label such as roaches, mosquitoes, fleas, etc.  It causes morphological anomalies or changes and disrupts the expected insects' state of development, leading to sterility or death. When adults are present, NyGuard is commonly used in combination with a non-IGR insecticide to kill the insects as well.

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  • Asked by Bill from Pampa, Texas
    06/02/2015
    Q
    Can I spray NyGuard IGR in a house around infants and children?
    I am mixing NyGuard IGR with Demand CS. I know the Demand CS is safe in this environment once it dries. Is NyGuard the same?
    A
    Yes, Demand CS and NyGuard IGR should be mixed with water and applied to indoor cracks and crevices when the children are NOT in the area during application. They can return once the treated surfaces are completely dry.
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  • Asked by Ron from Villa Rica, Ga
    09/18/2016
    Q
    Is it ok to use both NyGuard IGR and Transport GHP at the same time?
    I have a roach infestation in a rental. The house has been cleaned out. I have sprayed Demand CS & Suspend Polyzone with limited success. I have recently purchased NYGuard & Transport GHP on a recommendation from a friend. Spray all 4 products? If so, what order? All all at once? Your thoughts would be appreciated.
    A

    You can apply an insecticide like Transport GHP and a growth regulator like NyGuard IGR at the same time.  However, you should not mix multiple insecticides as over-applying products can actually cause insects to avoid the treated areas.  You may find it helpful to take a look at our Roach Treatment Guide if you have not already done so. 

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  • Asked by Paul from Clearwater, Fl
    12/14/2018
    Q
    Can I spray shoes inside and out with NyGuard IGR and wear them the next day?
    Safe on clothing? Can I add it to my wash?
    A

    NyGuard IGR cannot be applied to clothing/shoes or used in a washing machine.

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  • Asked by Joe
    01/04/2019
    Q
    How much NyGuard IGR do I add to 1 gallon of Alpine WSG solution?
    A

    You will  use 4-12 mL of NyGuard IGR, depending on what you are treating for.  Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions. 

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  • Asked by Kevin from Columbia, Sc
    10/08/2018
    Q
    Can I mix Nyguard IGR with Permethrin SFR for fleas in my lawn?
    A

    Yes, you can mix NyGuard IGR and Permethrin SFR together for outdoor flea treatment. 

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  • Asked by Jaime from Kyle, Tx
    07/17/2015
    Q
    Is Nyguard IGR concentrate considered a green list product?
    A

    Nyguard IGR is not a green product as it is not natural or organic.  There are no IGR's that are considered "green" as they are man made.

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  • Asked by Brittany from Illinois
    08/10/2018
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    Can I put my cats in the bathroom while NyGuard IGR dries? Or should they be removed from the house completely?
    A

    NyGuard IGR is safe in homes with cats and other animals when used as directed on the product label. Pets do not have to be out of the home, but should be out of the treated area during treatment until it has dried completely. 

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  • Asked by Joe from Millington, Nj
    06/11/2017
    Q
    Is NyGuard meant to be used on wet surfaces or in water since it's intended to keep mosquitoes from maturing?
    I'm thinking of spraying it over lawns that stay wet and have mosquitoes that don't seem to be dying from adulticide
    A

    NyGuard IGR can be applied on lawns when wet but not dripping/soaked.  The key to mosquito treatments is applying to the underside of leaves where the adults lay during the day.  We have a great guide here for treating mosquitoes that may help as well. If you have standing water to treat, then we recommend using Altosid Pro-G in those areas.

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  • Asked by Pete from Necedah, Wi
    05/16/2018
    Q
    Can you give me an amount of NyGuard IGR per gallon of water for mosquitoes over a 2 acre area please?
    I'm using a mist blower to apply with bifenthrin.
    A

    For outdoor pests, apply NyGuard IGR at the rate of 4 ml in one gallon of water to treat 1,000 square feet. Use up to 12 ml per 1,000 square feet for insect populations that are difficult to control or in conditions that make it difficult to get control of target pests.

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  • Asked by David from Fairview, Tx
    05/25/2017
    Q
    What is the recommended mixing rate for NyGuard and Onslaught Fastcap for chiggers?
    A

    You will mix 8 mL. NyGuard IGR with 1 oz. Onslaught Fastcap per gallon of water to treat for chiggers.

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  • Asked by Matt from Allentown, Pa
    05/05/2020
    Q
    Pivot 10 and Bifen I/T or Nyguard IGR?
    I was kinda set on a mix on pivot 10 and bifen it to help with mosquitos, various outdoor flies and gnats, and ticks. But now I'm reading about NyGuard IGR. We live next to the woods and have a pool. What do you recommend? I would like to mix a few things and get it all done together because I have a 30g towable sprayer and wand.
    A

    NyGuard IGR and Pivot 10 contain the same active ingredient so are comparable, either can be mixed with insecticides like Bifen IT.

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