Phosmet residues in an orchard and adjacent recreational area 1 |
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| Authors: | James D. MacNeil Mitsuru Hikichi |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Agriculture Canada, Research Branch, Research Station , Summerland, B.C., VOH 1Z0, Canada;2. Animal Pathology Laboratory , Agriculture Canada , 116 Veterinary Road, Saskatoon, Sask., S7N 2R3, Canada;3. Agriculture Canada, Research Branch, Research Station , Summerland, B.C., VOH 1Z0, Canada |
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| Abstract: | Abstract Two cover sprays of phosmet were applied to an orchard adjoining a camping area and a bird sanctuary with a resident goose population. Insecticide residues were monitored on orchard leaves, orchard ground cover, ground cover in the camp‐site and along the adjacent lakeshore. Despite attempts to minimize drift, significant spray residues were found outside the target area. Residues on ground cover and leaves were reduced by sprinkler irrigation subsequent to spray application. |
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| Keywords: | phosmet residues persistence orchard environment |
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