WSU WSPRS

Connecting the people of Washington State with research-based information on pest management choices for home and commercial use.

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

WSPRS staff is available to answer questions about #PICOL, pesticides, and more via email or phone. We do not continuously monitor our social media feeds, so responses to questions via Twitter or Facebook will be delayed. For WSU COVID-19 information, see https://t.co/PqeuEnrLea

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

Poison control center calls about disinfectants and sanitizers are up 20% in Jan-Mar 2020. Greatest increases are seen for bleaches, non-alcohol disinfectants, and hand sanitizers. Read more: https://t.co/KqVwU3gXX4
#ReadTheLabel
#DontMixBleach
#KeepOutOfReach

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

While remaining socially distant from humans, we took a moment to visit with a new friend. This pretty lady is apparently looking for a home. #bumblebee

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

ICYMI, it’s “Arbor Month” – Washington’s Arbor Day was last week (April 8), and National Arbor Day is on April 24. Our friends at DNR Urban Forestry have shared some fun, non-traditional ways to celebrate trees on their blog (https://t.co/2GfUVD6dUT).
#CelebrateTrees #ArborDay

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

WSDA has new resources available on the #AsianGiantHornet, including tips on
trapping at https://t.co/2v4dnHOkU5.

Find lots more on the WSDA Asian giant hornet page (https://t.co/oyUDMWpAdy). AGH Fact Sheets (like this one) are in Additional Resources.

#InvasiveSpecies

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

Sharing for @WSUpsep.
WA pesticide dealers & applicators - important info about respirators and pesticides!
With the critical need for N95 respirators for health care, there are few if any “dust/mist” type respirators available for pesticide applications.
https://t.co/qgPShKlwI9

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

Oops...that was the WSDA link (but it still works!).

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

At this time, WSDA continues to offer limited options for pesticide license testing.
Visit this FB post for info: https://t.co/MrmHPu6GR0

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

Our colleagues at @WSDAgov are hiring a Pesticide/Fertilizer Registration Specialist. Closing 3/27.
https://t.co/8NjAsyK3Gi
#WashingtonAgriculture

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

To see if these products are registered for use in WA or OR, check the PICOL database (search by EPA number) at https://t.co/P1Zw453uyf.

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

EPA has updated the list of disinfectants for use against SARS-CoV-2 (#coronavirus). Note that the CONTACT TIME VARIES by product; for some of these, the surface must remain wet for 10 minutes.
Find the updated list here: https://t.co/uJLt9CzO46
#ReadTheLabel

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

ODA has released SLN OR-200005 for use of Inflame 280SL (EPA Reg. No. 91234-82) on grass grown for seed production. View the new label in PICOL: https://t.co/3Jqg53jsBl
#OR_SLN

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

100%.
We did it! You can now find a label for EVERY pesticide product registered in WA in our online #PICOL database (https://t.co/P1Zw45l5pN).
Every. Single. One.

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

When searching for disinfectant products in PICOL, the two-part EPA registration number must match, but the third portion of three-part numbers can vary by distributor (for example: 555-1234 is the same product as 555-1234-12345).
#coronavirus

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

Although the @WSU_Cougar_Pres has announced classes will move to an online/distance format after #SpringBreak, WSU campuses and the WSPRS office remain open.

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

Just a reminder...the list of disinfectants registered by EPA for use against #coronavirus is here: https://t.co/uJLt9CicFw, and you can find those allowed for use in WA in our #PICOL database at https://t.co/P1Zw45l5pN.

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

Paraquat Applicators: Labels have changed starting in 2020. Applicator's license and additional certification is required for persons handling, mixing, applying, or cleaning containers/equipment. See WSDA info at https://t.co/8oOKCt7BXV and EPA info at https://t.co/JYluCHEv7N

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

Are you ready? Update your bookmarks, links, and favorites to the NEW PICOL website at https://t.co/P1Zw453uyf.
After March 2, the legacy PICOL site will no longer be available.
#PICOL2020

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

Another pest for beekeepers...this one on mason bees.

[Washington State Department of Agriculture @WSDAgov]

Do you have mason bees? Be on the lookout for this new pest! Check out our blog for more info. https://t.co/H1gXyUAwpP #invasivespecies #pollinators #pollinatorhealth #masonbees

[WSU WSPRS @PICOL_mgr]

The countdown has started...
Update your bookmarks and links to the new PICOL database at https://t.co/P1Zw453uyf. March 2 is the final rollover date!
#PICOL2020 #SaveTheDate