BioCover MLT is an oil spray that kills insects by interfering with their respiration and metabolism and can disrupt feeding and virus spread. Ground application only. Make dilute applications for thorough coverage and to reduce the potential for phytotoxicity. Apply once per week, or twice per week if the crop is growing rapidly and pest pressure is high. Avoid spraying during or immediately prior to hot weather (over 95 degrees F). Phytotoxicity is more likely when plants are stressed. Similar mineral oil sprays are available, but use rates vary depending on the product.
Organic
Material Type:
Insecticides and Repellents
Signal Word:
Caution
EPA Number:
34704-805
Usage for mineral oil/petroleum distillate on Potatoes
Max Application per Season: no maximumgal
Emergence to Row Closure
| Target | Application per Acre | REI | PHI | MOA | Eff. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aphid | See Label | 4 h | - | NC | F-P |
Apply when aphids first appear to limit spread of Potato Virus Y, or before aphids are present in large numbers if the goal is to keep aphid numbers in check and virus spread is not a concern. Organic |
| Potato Psyllid | See Label | 4 h | - | NC | ND |
Apply before psyllids colonize the field (i.e., before nymphs develop into second generation adults) to limit spread of zebra chip disease. Organic |
| Thrips | See Label | 4 h | - | NC | ND |
Apply before thrips are present in large numbers. Organic |
Tuber Bulking
| Target | Application per Acre | REI | PHI | MOA | Eff. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aphid | See Label | 4 h | - | NC | F-P |
Apply when aphids first appear to limit spread of Potato Virus Y, or before aphids are present in large numbers if the goal is to keep aphid numbers in check and virus spread is not a concern. Organic |
| Potato Psyllid | See Label | 4 h | - | NC | ND |
Apply before psyllids colonize the field (i.e., before nymphs develop into second generation adults) to limit spread of zebra chip disease. Organic |
| Thrips | See Label | 4 h | - | NC | ND |
Apply before thrips are present in large numbers. Organic |
| Two-spotted Spider Mite | See Label | 4 h | - | NC | ND |
Apply when spider mites first appear. Organic |
Late Tuber Bulking to Harvest
| Target | Application per Acre | REI | PHI | MOA | Eff. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aphid | See Label | 4 h | - | NC | F-P |
Apply when aphids first appear to limit spread of Potato Virus Y, or before aphids are present in large numbers if the goal is to keep aphid numbers in check and virus spread is not a concern. Organic |
| Potato Psyllid | See Label | 4 h | - | NC | ND |
Apply before psyllids colonize the field (i.e., before nymphs develop into second generation adults) to limit spread of zebra chip disease. Organic |
| Two-spotted Spider Mite | See Label | 4 h | - | NC | ND |
Apply when spider mites first appear. Organic |