".Endosulfan has a particular niche in local vegetable IPM programs because of its broad spectrum, quick knockdown .(.). of several insect species .(.). Although many new reduced-risk alternatives (i.e., Radiant, Movento) have become available over the past several years, most of the active ingredients have very narrow activity against specific insect species (Leps or aphids/whiteflies) and life stages (immatures). Products including the pyrethoids, neonicotinoids, Lannate, Vydate, MSR, and Orthene will be likely alternatives to replace current endosulfan uses in vegetables and melons. Endosulfan will be particularly missed in the desert on fall melons, where to date endosulfan combinations have provided the adult whitefly control necessary to reduce cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus infection."
Western Farm Press |
