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:1. Identify the target
:1. Identify the target
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:2. Identify the obstacles
::a. Identify the obstacles such as water, human populations, agricultural crops


::a. Water
:2. Choose the best method of control


::b. Human populations
:3. Determine the product and quantity needed
 
::c. Agricultural crops
 
::d. Livestock and pets
 
::e. Endangered species
 
::f. Desirable species
 
::g. Traffic concerns
 
::h. Accessibility
 
:3. Choose the best method of control
 
:4. Determine the product and quantity needed


::a. Review previous results  
::a. Review previous results  
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::c. Remember, order only what you will need
::c. Remember, order only what you will need


:5. Verify inventory on hand
:4. Verify inventory on hand


:6. Order balance needed
:5. Order balance needed
'''B.''' When
'''B.''' When
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:4. Place order in time for delivery before new season starts
:4. Place order in time for delivery before new season starts


'''Special Recommendations:'''
'''C.''' Special Recommendations:


1. Read the label
1. Read the label

Latest revision as of 11:58, 12 January 2011

Definition: The preparation of records and information to schedule herbicide application. The preparation of equipment for applying herbicides. The acquisition of adequate herbicide inventory.

Why:

1. To schedule herbicide application to maximize its effectiveness

2. To provide adequate inventory

3. To have appropriate equipment prepared

Methods:

A. How

1. Identify the target
a. Identify the obstacles such as water, human populations, agricultural crops
2. Choose the best method of control
3. Determine the product and quantity needed
a. Review previous results
b. Survey current or anticipated needs
c. Remember, order only what you will need
4. Verify inventory on hand
5. Order balance needed

B. When

1. Determine needs at the end of target’s natural season
2. Take inventory at the end of application season
3. Prepare order in time for fall bidding
4. Place order in time for delivery before new season starts

C. Special Recommendations:

1. Read the label

2. Choose the herbicide that is best for the target

3. Keep inventory as fresh as possible - FIFO

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