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Merit2F Question
Submitted by Erin LaFaive on 7/25/2012
Does anyone know if research suggests that imadacloprid kills earthworms? Also, what is the length of time it's active in the soil?

Thank you, Erin

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Reply by Phil Pellitteri on 7/25/2012
Erin

It does not have much earthworm toxicity- the ornamental rates are higher than the crop rates- Residues can last for over 2 years- but activity in the plant can vary with lots of things- but the ornamental rates can last 12 months or more- Chris Williamson can give you much more detail if needed

Phil