Talstar P Professional Insecticide - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Paul from Elburn, Il
    06/02/2015
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    Is Talstar P dangerous to bug eating critters?
    does Talstar P pose any dangers to insect eating critters like frogs, toads, bats, birds etc. I want to treat my yard and wooded portion of our property mainly for mosquito control. I realize that other bugs will be killed but would dangers are there for critters that consume affected insects?
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    After mixing Talstar P (Talstar One) there is only enough active ingredient to harm small insects. With that said, if you are killing the critters' prey, then they may leave the area.
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  • Asked by Jeff from St. Cloud, Mn
    06/08/2015
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    Can I use Talstar P use on a vegetable garden?
    What if you accidentally treated a vegetable garden before reading that Talstar P is not recommended for that application? If birds can eat infected insects, I would think one accidental application to a vegetable garden early in the growing season would be ok, as long as it's not repeated? Is there any information on this?
    A
    Talstar P should not be applied to edible vegetation. If any are treated, they should be discarded. We recommend that you contact the manufacturer (FMC) for additional safety concerns of the product. They can be reached at 800-321-1362.
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  • Asked by Earl from Lewisburg, Wv
    06/11/2015
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    Does Talstar kill chiggers and lice
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    Talstar is labeled to treat chiggers, but not lice. Onslaught  would be the way to go. It will treat for both chiggers and lice.
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  • Asked by Megam from Quincy, Mi
    06/21/2015
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    Is Talstar safe to spray around rivers, ponds, and lakes?
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    Talstar is highly toxic to all aquatic life and should not be used near any bodies of water including rivers, ponds or lakes. We do carry several products like Essentria IC3 that works similar to the Talstar but is a natural product that is completely safe for aquatic life. Please see the product label for full usage insructions depending on what pest you are treating for. On average, the manufacturer recommends using 1-2 oz of Essentria IC3 to every gallon of water. 
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  • Asked by John from Pa
    07/19/2015
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    Since Talstar is a residual killer, what would you recommend for an instant knockdown?
    I'm looking for something with instant knockdown on the same variety of pests Talstar can handle.
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    To get a faster initial knockdown when applying Talstar you can add a synergist like ExciteR or Exponent to kill insects on contact during application or you can use either alone.  The residual of Talstar will be left behind, but once the synergist dries will be gone.

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  • Asked by John from Pa
    07/24/2015
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    What measures do you take to ensure shelf life of Talstar P?
    A question was asked about shelf life of Talstar. The answer was 3-5 years in good conditions. What inventory controls do you use to make sure the products that are shipped are not expired or close to expiring? Do you have a standard age of product that you won't ship to consumers?
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    Talstar P is one of the most popular products that we carry and is always in stock. We make sure that the new product we receive and ship out is always the most recent. We do a constant stock rotation to insure we only have fresh stock on our shelf.

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  • Asked by Sandi from Baltimore, Md
    10/29/2015
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    Will Talstar kill indoor bird mites?
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    Talstar P is not actually labeled to treat bird mites and it is only labeled to apply in cracks and crevices indoors so is not recommended to be used for them. When treating for bird mites usually you would want to spray all carpeted areas and lightly spray the flooring and to do that you would need a product like Onslaught which will give you a wider usage range indoors. Please review our article on How To Control Bird Mites for complete information.

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  • Asked by Carol from Grand Prairie, Texas
    01/23/2016
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    Is Talstar P effective for rodent mites?
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    Talstar P is not labeled specifically for rat mites. The easiest method to control rodent mites that have entered your home is to physically remove them with a vacuum cleaner or wipe them up with a moist cloth. Mites are not automatically killed by a vacuum cleaner so freeze the bag to prevent the mites from crawling back out.

    Locating the source and eliminating the hosts and nests is important to prevent further problems with these mites. Nests are usually located in attics, basements, or inside walls. If necessary, trap them with kill traps or glue boards. Spray the dead rat and its nest with a disinfectant.

    Removing mites€™ source (dead mice, rats, and abandoned nests) is very important. Unless you remove their source, rat mites will continue to seek human host infesting your house.
     

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  • Asked by Lorna from West Jefferson, Oh
    02/05/2016
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    Will Talstar P treat stink and lady bugs or is the overwintering product better?
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    Yes, Talstar P is labeled for stink bugs and lady bugs. The mixing ratio is 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water. This will be used to spray around baseboards, cracks and crevices.

    The Overwintering Kit is an excellent combination of products that protects you during your winter months with an insecticide and a dust. We generally do recommend at least using a dust with any other product, such as Talstar P, that you are using. The pests come in contact with it and dry out. This is an added protection to consider using throughout the year.

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  • Asked by David from Memphis, Tn
    03/26/2016
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    Will Talstar P kill horse flies, and will it hurt horses?
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    Talstar P (Talstar One) is NOT labeled to kill horse flies or for use in pastures containing grazing animals. We recommend using Martins Permethrin 10%. Martins Permethrin 10% controls horse flies, face flies, lice and ticks, with a residual activity lasting up to 28 days. It is also safe for Horses. 

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  • Asked by Lynn from Midland Tx
    04/17/2016
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    Can I mix Talstar P and Archer IGR at the same time?
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    Yes, you can mix Talstar P with Archer. You would mix 1oz Talstar with 1oz Archer per gallon water. 

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  • Asked by Bob from Vineland, Nj
    04/17/2016
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    Differences between Bifen XTS and Talstar One for outdoor use?
    I have used both products in the past and notice that neither seem to last very long as far as effectiveness... I live in a mobile home and suspect many insects most likely seem to come in from around the skirting and underneath. I've sprayed both products liberally all around the perimeter of the home and in the yard. Problem is that our complex is surrounded by woods and it's difficult to manage ants and spiders and mice. Any thoughts of suggestions on these products? I like that the Bifen is oil based and stays longer as it rains A LOT here in NJ. Thanks so much. Any suggestions on other products is welcome also..
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    Bifen XTS and Talstar P (Talstar One) are both very good general insecticides to use around the perimeter of your home. The residual on both products is approximately 30 days and once the products dry, it is rainfast so rain will not wash it away. Be sure to spray areas where there would be or you have seen activity for pests to ensure that they come in contact with the treated area.

    If you are looking for a product that lasts longer outdoors, Suspend Polyzone would be a great option. It has an additional polymer in it that makes it last longer outdoors.

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  • Asked by George from Spring Hill
    06/16/2016
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    Can you spray Talstar P (Talstar One) in direct sunlight?
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    Talstar P (Talstar One) can be applied in direct sunlight. Please keep in mind we recommend to apply Talstar P (Talstar One) in the cooler times of the day, early morning or late evening. 

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  • Asked by Chris from Jax, Fl
    07/17/2016
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    Do I need to mix a sticker with Talstar P for spraying indoors?
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    You should only apply surfactants and spreader stickers with Talstar P for exterior applications only.

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  • Asked by Linda from Frederick, Md
    07/30/2016
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    Will Talstar P kill borer insects?
    Linda Ldknauff@aol.com
    A

    Talstar P is labeled for some borers in trees. Be sure to apply to tree trunks, stems and twigs and plant foliage for the best coverage. The mixing ratio is .25-.5 fl. oz. per gallon of water.
     

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  • Asked by Paul from Eugene, Or
    10/05/2016
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    Will Talstar P treat fruit flies?
    Fruit flies! Eighteen indoor plants must be causing this...
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    Unfortunately, Talstar P is not labeled to treat fruit flies. Fruit flies are attracted to rotten or fermented fruit and vegetables not house plants. However, they can also make homes in drains, garbage disposals, mop buckets, garbage cans, and recycle bins. Even something as small as spilled juice under your refrigerator can be a home for them; all they need is a thin layer of organic material. 

    Getting rid of fruit flies doesn' t have to be difficult. Cleaning up is the most important step in getting rid of them because they are naturally drawn to overripe, rotting, or spoiled produce. Therefore, merely throwing out such items or storing them in the refrigerator or sealed containers will lead to a drastic decline in the number of fruit flies, even without any further action on your part. Also, regularly rinsing out your garbage cans and recycle bins. 

    There are several different priduct you can use to get rid of fruit flies. Beccause they are flying insects, one of the best ways to kill fruit flies in your house is to use a fruti fly trap like the Vector 960 Fruti Fly Trap. Besides fruit fly traps, there are many different fruit fly sprays that will aid you in killing them as well such as 565 Plus XLO

    If you are only seeing flies around the indoor plants, then you may actually have fungus gnats, for which you could treat the plants with Talstar P. The most important step to eliminating fungus gnats is to avoid over-watering the plants, and to allow soil to dry out to reduce their food source and breeding environment.

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  • Asked by Nikki from Westminster, Ca
    10/27/2016
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    Is Talstar P used as a root drench or foilar spray?
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    Talstar P does not work as a systemic insecticide, it's used as a topical spray and it can be applied to ornamental foliage. Talstar P can be used as a mound drench for ant control, please follow the product's label instructions.

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  • Asked by Maureen from Random Lake, Wi
    11/06/2016
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    Can I use Talstar P on millipedes?
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    Yes, Talstar P can be used for millipedes. The mixing ratio is 1 fl oz per gallon of water. The residual outdoors will be 30 days and 90 days indoors. 

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  • Asked by Francisco from 91730
    11/15/2016
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    How much Talstar P do I use for treating ants?
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    Talstar P (Talstar One) is mixed at 1 fl oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft for many listed insects including ants. For more information on treating this insect, please refer to our article on How to Get Rid of Ants for a successful eradication program.

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  • Asked by Linda from Bowling Green
    01/08/2017
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    What is the shelf life of the unused mixed solution of Talstar P?
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    Talstar P should be used or discarded within 24 hours of mixing. 

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