Potato psyllids are important potato pests because they can spread a bacterium that causes zebra chip disease. Zebra chip reduces yields by causing premature vine death, and quality by causing an internal tuber browning defect.
Click HERE to read an article that describes three strategies that are used by growers in the Columbia Basin to control potato psyllids using insecticides.
Scientific Name:
Bactericera cockerelli
Type:
Insects & Mites
Photos
Potato psyllid adult and nymphs (photo by Andy Jensen, NW Potato Research Consortium).
Zebra chip affecting foliage (photo by Tim Waters, WSU).
Zebra chip tuber damage (photo sent to Carrie Wohleb, WSU by an anonymous crop consultant).
Control Options for Potato Psyllid on Potatoes
| Material | Application per Acre | REI | PHI | MOA | Eff. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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imidacloprid (Admire Pro (seed treatment)) |
See Label | - | - | 4A | E (a) | It should control migrating adult potato psyllids for 60-90 days. The application may be followed-up with in-season, foliar insecticides for a no-gaps psyllid management strategy. Apply at 0.17-0.35 fl oz/100 lb seed. |
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clothianidin (Belay (seed treatment)) |
See Label | - | - | 4A | E (a) | It should control migrating adult potato psyllids for 60-90 days. The application may be followed-up with in-season, foliar insecticides for a no-gaps psyllid management strategy. Apply at 0.4-0.6 fl oz/100 lb seed. |
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thiamethoxam + fludioxonil + difenoconazole (Cruiser Maxx Potato Extreme) |
0.31 fl oz/100 lb seed | 12 h | - | IRAC 4A; FRAC 12, 3 | E | It should control migrating adult potato psyllids for 60-90 days. The application may be followed-up with in-season, foliar insecticides for a no-gaps psyllid management strategy. |
|
thiamethoxam + fludioxonil (Cruiser Maxx Potato Insecticide and Fungicide) |
See Label | 12 h | - | IRAC 4A; FRAC 12 | E (a) | It should control migrating adult potato psyllids for 60-90 days. The application may be followed-up with in-season, foliar insecticides for a no-gaps psyllid management strategy. Apply at 0.19-0.27 fl oz/100 lb seed. |
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thiamethoxam + fludioxonil + difenoconazole + sedaxane (Cruiser Maxx Vibrance Potato) |
0.5 fl oz/100 lb seed | 12 h | - | IRAC 4A; FRAC 12, 3, 7 | E (a) | It should control migrating adult potato psyllids for 60-90 days. The application may be followed-up with in-season, foliar insecticides for a no-gaps psyllid management strategy. |
| Material | Application per Acre | REI | PHI | MOA | Eff. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
imidacloprid (Admire Pro (soil application)) |
5.7-8.7 fl oz | 12 h | - | 4A | E (a) | It should control migrating adult potato psyllids for 60-90 days. The application may be followed-up with in-season, foliar insecticides for a no-gaps psyllid management strategy. |
|
clothianidin (Belay (soil application)) |
9-12 fl oz | 12 h | - | 4A | E (a) | It should control migrating adult potato psyllids for 60-90 days. The application may be followed-up with in-season, foliar insecticides for a no-gaps psyllid management strategy. |
|
thiamethoxam (Platinum 75 SG) |
1.66-2.67 oz | 12 h | - | 4A | E (a) | It should control migrating adult potato psyllids for 60-90 days. The application may be followed-up with in-season, foliar insecticides for a no-gaps psyllid management strategy. |
| Material | Application per Acre | REI | PHI | MOA | Eff. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
thiamethoxam (Actara) |
1.5-3 oz | 12 h | 14 d | 4A | G (a) | The label does not mention potato psyllids, but applications targeting other pests can control them. Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. |
|
imidacloprid (Admire Pro (foliar)) |
1.3 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 4A | G (a) | Apply to foliage when adult potato psyllids are migrating. |
|
abamectin (Agri-Mek SC) |
1.75-3.5 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 6 | E (n+a) | Apply when psyllids are present, especially if eggs are hatching. It will control all life stages and is a good choice when eggs and nymphs are present. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
esfenvalerate (Asana XL) |
2.9-5.8 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 3 | G (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field and it's before mid-June. If early nymphs are present, it may not control the nymphs that are on the underside of leaves where the product may not be as well distributed. |
|
acetamiprid (Assail 70WP) |
0.6-1.7 oz | 12 h | 7 d | 4A | G (a) | The label does not mention potato psyllids, but applications targeting other pests can control them. Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. |
|
azadirachtin (Aza-Direct) |
1-3.5 pt | 4 h | 0 d | NC | F | Apply when adults psyllids are depositing eggs and/or when nymphs are present. |
|
beta-cyfluthrin (Baythroid XL) |
1.6-2.8 fl oz | 12 h | 0 d | 3 | G (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field and it’s before mid-June. If early nymphs are present, it may not control nymphs on the underside of leaves where the product is not well distributed. |
|
mineral oil/petroleum distillate (BioCover MLT) |
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. |
|
spinosad (Blackhawk) |
See Label | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | Psyllids are not on the label, but applications targeting other pests may control psyllid nymphs. No adult activity. Translaminar, so it should get to the nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
bifenthrin (Brigade 2EC) |
2.1 to 6.4 fl oz | 12 h | 21 d | 3 | G (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field, but only if it’s before mid-June. If early nymphs are present, it may not control the nymphs on the underside of leaves where the product is not well distributed. |
|
bifenthrin + imidacloprid (Brigadier) |
4.8-6.14 fl oz | 12 h | 21 d | 3, 4A | G (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field, but only if it’s before mid-June. It should also control nymphs. |
|
flonicamid (Carbine 50 WG) |
2.0-2.8 oz | 12 h | 7 d | 29 | E (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field and are depositing eggs. Rapid feeding cessation, so it is a good choice to limit zebra chip spread. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves, but not systemic. |
|
novaluron + acetamidiprid (Cormoran) |
12 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 15, 4A | G (n+a) | Apply when eggs are hatching/nymphs are present. It should control all life stages. |
|
spinetoram (Delegate WG) |
3-4 oz | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | Apply when psyllids have deposited eggs that are hatching. It will not control adults. |
|
dimethoate (Dimethoate 400 EC) |
See Label | 48 h | 0 d | 1B | F-P (a) | The label doesn’t mention psyllids, but applications made to target other pests will knockback psyllids. Products with longer residuals are preferred for controlling psyllids as they slowly migrate into potatoes. |
|
spinosad (Entrust SC Naturalyte Insect Control) |
See Label | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | The label does not mention psyllids, but it should provide some control. Apply when psyllid nymphs are present. Translaminar, so it should control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
cyantraniliprole (Exirel) |
13.5-20.5 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 28 | E (a) | Apply before psyllid populations build. Target the adult life stage. Rapid anti-feeding activity will also help to limit spread of zebra chip disease. |
|
pymetrozine (Fulfill) |
5.5 oz | 12 h | 14 d | 9B | G (n+a) | Apply when adults are migrating into the field and are depositing eggs. Translaminar, so it should control nymphs on the underside of leaves, but not systemic. |
|
phosmet (Imidan 70-W) |
1.33 lb | 5 d | 7 d | 1B | F-P (a) | It can knockback adult psyllid populations. Products with longer residuals are preferred for controlling psyllids as they slowly migrate into potatoes. |
|
methomyl (Lannate LV) |
See Label | 48 h | 6 d | 1A | F | The label doesn’t mention psyllids, but applications made to target other pests will knockback adult psyllids. It will also knockback some predatory insects. Products with longer residuals are preferred for controlling psyllids as they slowly migrate into potatoes. Better for late season to knockback multiple pests. |
|
beta-cyfluthrin + imidacloprid (Leverage 360) |
2.8 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 3, 4 | G (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field and it’s before mid-June. It should also control nymphs. |
|
abamectin + cyantraniprole (Minecto Pro) |
10 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 6, 28 | E (n+a) | Apply when adults are migrating into the field, especially if they are depositing eggs. Rapid anti-feeding activity will also help to limit spread of zebra chip disease. Controls all life stages. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
spirotetramat (Movento HL) |
2.0-2.5 fl oz | 24 h | 7 d | 23 | E (n+a) | Apply at the first appearance of psyllids, or about 10 days before an earlier systemic insecticide breaks down. It is best used early in the outbreak cycle due to its systemic properties and to take advantage of its efficacy against all psyllid life stages. |
|
zeta-cypermethrin (Mustang Maxx) |
See Label | 12 h | 1 d | 3 | G (n+a) | Psyllids are on the label but not in the potato section. Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field and it’s before mid-June. It may not control nymphs on the underside of leaves where the product is not well distributed. |
|
azadirachtin (Neemix 4.5 IGR) |
7-16 fl oz | 4 h | 0 d | NC | F | Apply when adults psyllids are depositing eggs and/or when nymphs are present. |
|
pyrethrins (PyGanic Crop Protection EC 5.0) |
4.5-15.61 fl oz | 12 h | 0 d | 3A | ND | Apply when psyllids first appear. Don't wait until plants are heavily infested. |
|
spinetoram (Radiant SC) |
6-8 fl oz | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | Apply when psyllids have deposited eggs that are hatching. It will not control adults. |
|
novaluron (Rimon) |
12 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 15 | F (n) | Apply when psyllid eggs are hatching/nymphs are present. This product does not control adults. The Rimon label recommends applying with an adulticide for optimum control. No systemic or translaminar activity, so it may not always reach nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
afidopyropen (Sefina) |
14 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 9D | G (n+a) | Apply when adults are migrating into the field, especially if they are depositing eggs. Rapid anti-feeding activity will also help to limit spread of zebra chip disease. Controls all life stages. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
tolfenpyrad (Torac) |
17-21 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 21A | G (n+a) | Apply when psyllids are present for knockback control with anti-feeding. Products with longer residuals are preferred for controlling psyllids that slowly migrate into potatoes. Torac can control all life stages, but it may not always reach nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
sulfoxaflor (Transform WG) |
2.0-2.25 oz | 24 h | 7 d | 4C | E (n+a) | Early-to-mid season application will cover many incoming, migrating pests, including psyllids. Translaminar so it should get to the nymphs on the underside of leaves. Watch the Contour Maps in the Potato DAS every week to monitor regional potato psyllid population densities. |
|
neem oil (Trilogy) |
See Label | 4 h | 0 d | NC | ND | Apply when adults psyllids are depositing eggs and/or when nymphs are present. |
|
lambda-cyhalothrin (Warrior II) |
1.28-1.92 fl oz | 24 h | 7 d | 3 | G (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field and it’s before mid-June. If early nymphs are present, it may not control nymphs on the underside of leaves where the product is not well distributed. |
| Material | Application per Acre | REI | PHI | MOA | Eff. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
thiamethoxam (Actara) |
1.5-3 oz | 12 h | 14 d | 4A | G (a) | The label does not mention potato psyllids, but applications targeting other pests can control them. Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. |
|
abamectin (Agri-Mek SC) |
1.75-3.5 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 6 | E (n+a) | Apply when psyllids are present, especially if eggs are hatching. It will control all life stages and is a good choice when eggs and nymphs are present. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
esfenvalerate (Asana XL) |
12 h | 7 d | 3 | P (n+a) | Use of pyrethroid insecticides is not recommended mid-season. If used, apply when psyllids are present. It may not provide adequate control of nymphs on the underside of leaves. Monitor for subsequent pest outbreaks. | |
|
acetamiprid (Assail 70WP) |
0.6-1.7 oz | 12 h | 7 d | 4A | G (a) | The label does not mention potato psyllids, but applications targeting other pests can control them. Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. |
|
azadirachtin (Aza-Direct) |
1-3.5 pt | 4 h | 0 d | NC | F | Apply when adults psyllids are depositing eggs and/or when nymphs are present. |
|
beta-cyfluthrin (Baythroid XL) |
1.6-2.8 fl oz | 12 h | 0 d | 3 | P | Use of pyrethroid insecticides is not recommended mid-season. If used, apply when psyllids are present. It may not control nymphs on the underside of leaves where the product is not well distributed. Monitor for subsequent pest outbreaks. |
|
mineral oil/petroleum distillate (BioCover MLT) |
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. |
|
spinosad (Blackhawk) |
See Label | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | Psyllids are not on the label, but applications targeting other pests may control psyllid nymphs. No adult activity. Translaminar, so it should get to the nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
bifenthrin (Brigade 2EC) |
2.1-6.4 fl oz | 12 h | 21 d | 3 | P (n+a) | Use of pyrethroid insecticides is not recommended mid-season. If used, apply when psyllids are present. It may not control nymphs on the underside of leaves where the product is not well distributed. Monitor for subsequent pest outbreaks. |
|
bifenthrin + imidacloprid (Brigadier) |
4.8-6.14 fl oz | 12 h | 21 d | 3, 4A | P | Use of pyrethroid insecticides is not recommended mid-season. If used, apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. It should also control nymphs. Monitor for subsequent pest outbreaks. |
|
flonicamid (Carbine 50 WG) |
2.0-2.8 oz | 12 h | 7 d | 29 | E (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field and are depositing eggs. Rapid feeding cessation, so it is a good choice to limit zebra chip spread. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves, but not systemic. |
|
novaluron + acetamidiprid (Cormoran) |
12 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 15, 4A | G (n+a) | Apply when eggs are hatching/nymphs are present. It should control all life stages. |
|
spinetoram (Delegate WG) |
3-4 oz | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | Apply when psyllids have deposited eggs that are hatching. It will not control adults. |
|
dimethoate (Dimethoate 400 EC) |
See Label | 48 h | 0 d | 1B | F-P (a) | The label doesn’t mention psyllids, but applications made to target other pests will knockback psyllids. Products with longer residuals are preferred for controlling psyllids as they slowly migrate into potatoes. |
|
spinosad (Entrust SC Naturalyte Insect Control) |
See Label | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | The label does not mention psyllids, but it should provide some control. Apply when psyllid nymphs are present. Translaminar, so it should control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
cyantraniliprole (Exirel) |
13.5-20.5 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 28 | E (a) | Apply before psyllid populations build. Target the adult life stage. Rapid anti-feeding activity will also help to limit spread of zebra chip disease. |
|
pymetrozine (Fulfill) |
5.5 oz | 12 h | 14 d | 9B | G (n+a) | Apply when adults are migrating into the field and are depositing eggs. Translaminar, so it should control nymphs on the underside of leaves, but not systemic. |
|
phosmet (Imidan 70-W) |
1.33 lb | 5 d | 7 d | 1B | F-P (a) | It can knockback adult psyllid populations. Products with longer residuals are preferred for controlling psyllids as they slowly migrate into potatoes. |
|
methomyl (Lannate LV) |
See Label | 48 h | 6 d | 1A | G | The label doesn't mention psyllids, but applications made to target other pests will knockback adult psyllids. It will also knockback some predatory insects. Products with longer residuals are preferred for controlling psyllids as they slowly migrate into potatoes. Best used late in the season to knockback multiple pests. |
|
beta-cyfluthrin + imidacloprid (Leverage 360) |
2.8 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 3, 4 | P (n+a) | Use of pyrethroid insecticides is not recommended mid-season. If used, apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. Monitor for subsequent pest outbreaks. |
|
abamectin + cyantraniprole (Minecto Pro) |
10 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 6, 28 | E (n+a) | Apply when adults are migrating into the field, especially if they are depositing eggs. Rapid anti-feeding activity will also help to limit spread of zebra chip disease. Controls all life stages. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
fenpyroximate (Miteus) |
2 pt | 12 h | 7 d | 21A | E (n+a) | Apply when adults have migrated into the field and are depositing eggs. Controls all life stages, also stops feeding and egg laying. |
|
spirotetramat (Movento HL) |
2.0-2.5 fl oz | 24 h | 7 d | 23 | E (n+a) | Apply at the first appearance of psyllids, or about 10 days before an earlier systemic insecticide breaks down. It is best used early in the outbreak cycle due to its systemic properties and to take advantage of its efficacy against all psyllid life stages. |
|
zeta-cypermethrin (Mustang Maxx) |
fl oz | 12 h | 1 d | 3 | P | Psyllids are on the label but not in the potato section. Use of pyrethroid insecticides is not recommended mid-season. If used, apply when psyllids are present. It may not control nymphs on the underside of leaves where the product is not well distributed. Monitor for subsequent pest outbreaks. |
|
azadirachtin (Neemix 4.5 IGR) |
7-16 fl oz | 4 h | 0 d | NC | F | Apply when adults psyllids are depositing eggs and/or when nymphs are present. |
|
spiromesifen (Oberon 4SC) |
4-8 oz | 12 h | 7 d | 23 | E-G (n) | Apply to control psyllid eggs and nymphs. Translaminar, so it should control nymphs on the underside of leaves. It will not control adults. |
|
hexythiazox (Onager, Onager Optek) |
16 to 24 fl oz | 12 h | 21 d | 10A | G (n) | Apply to control psyllid eggs and nymphs. Translaminar, so it should control nymphs on the underside of leaves. It will not control adults. |
|
pyrethrins (PyGanic Crop Protection EC 5.0) |
4.5-15.61 fl oz | 12 h | 0 d | 3A | ND | Apply when psyllids first appear. Don't wait until plants are heavily infested. |
|
spinetoram (Radiant SC) |
6-8 fl oz | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | Apply when psyllids have deposited eggs that are hatching. It will not control adults. |
|
novaluron (Rimon) |
12 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 15 | F (n) | Apply when psyllid eggs are hatching/nymphs are present. This product does not control adults. The Rimon label recommends applying with an adulticide for optimum control. No systemic or translaminar activity, so it may not always reach nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
afidopyropen (Sefina) |
14 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 9D | G (n+a) | Apply when adults are migrating into the field, especially if they are depositing eggs. Rapid anti-feeding activity will also help to limit spread of zebra chip disease. Controls all life stages. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
tolfenpyrad (Torac) |
17-21 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 21A | G (n+a) | Apply when psyllids are present for knockback control with anti-feeding. Products with longer residuals are preferred for controlling psyllids that slowly migrate into potatoes. Torac can control all life stages, but it may not always reach nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
sulfoxaflor (Transform WG) |
2.0-2.25 oz | 24 h | 7 d | 4C | E (n+a) | Early-to-mid season application will cover many incoming, migrating pests, including psyllids. Translaminar so it should get to the nymphs on the underside of leaves. Watch the Contour Maps in the Potato DAS every week to monitor regional potato psyllid population densities. |
|
neem oil (Trilogy) |
See Label | 4 h | 0 d | NC | ND | Apply when adults psyllids are depositing eggs and/or when nymphs are present. |
|
lambda-cyhalothrin (Warrior II) |
1.28-1.92 fl oz | 24 h | 7 d | 3 | P | Use of pyrethroid insecticides is not recommended mid-season. If used, apply when psyllids are present. It may not control nymphs on the underside of leaves where the product is not well distributed. Monitor for subsequent pest outbreaks. |
| Material | Application per Acre | REI | PHI | MOA | Eff. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
thiamethoxam (Actara) |
1.5-3 oz | 12 h | 14 d | 4A | G (a) | The label does not mention potato psyllids, but applications targeting other pests can control them. Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. |
|
abamectin (Agri-Mek SC) |
1.75-3.5 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 6 | E (n+a) | Apply when psyllids are present, especially if eggs are hatching. It will control all life stages and is a good choice when eggs and nymphs are present. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
esfenvalerate (Asana XL) |
2.9 to 5.8 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 3 | G (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. |
|
acetamiprid (Assail 70WP) |
0.6-1.7 oz | 12 h | 7 d | 4A | G (a) | The label does not mention potato psyllids, but applications targeting other pests can control them. Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. |
|
azadirachtin (Aza-Direct) |
1-3.5 pt | 4 h | 0 d | NC | F | Apply when adults psyllids are depositing eggs and/or when nymphs are present. |
|
beta-cyfluthrin (Baythroid XL) |
1.6-2.8 fl oz | 12 h | 0 d | 3 | G (n+a) | Apply when psyllids are present. |
|
mineral oil/petroleum distillate (BioCover MLT) |
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. |
|
spinosad (Blackhawk) |
See Label | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | Psyllids are not on the label, but applications targeting other pests may control psyllid nymphs. No adult activity. Translaminar, so it should get to the nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
bifenthrin (Brigade 2EC) |
2.1 to 6.4 fl oz | 12 h | 21 d | 3 | G (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. |
|
bifenthrin + imidacloprid (Brigadier) |
4.8-6.14 fl oz | 12 h | 21 d | 3, 4A | G (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. It should also control nymphs. |
|
flonicamid (Carbine 50 WG) |
2.0-2.8 oz | 12 h | 7 d | 29 | E (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field and are depositing eggs. Rapid feeding cessation, so it is a good choice to limit zebra chip spread. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves, but not systemic. |
|
novaluron + acetamidiprid (Cormoran) |
12 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 15, 4A | G (n+a) | Apply when eggs are hatching/nymphs are present. It should control all life stages. |
|
spinetoram (Delegate WG) |
3-4 oz | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | Apply when psyllids have deposited eggs that are hatching. It will not control adults. |
|
dimethoate (Dimethoate 400 EC) |
See Label | 48 h | 0 d | 1B | G (a) | The label doesn’t mention psyllids, but applications made to target other pests will knockback adult psyllids. |
|
spinosad (Entrust SC Naturalyte Insect Control) |
See Label | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | The label does not mention psyllids, but it should provide some control. Apply when psyllid nymphs are present. Translaminar, so it should control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
|
cyantraniliprole (Exirel) |
13.5-20.5 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 28 | E (a) | Apply before psyllid populations build. Target the adult life stage. Rapid anti-feeding activity will also help to limit spread of zebra chip disease. |
|
pymetrozine (Fulfill) |
5.5 oz | 12 h | 14 d | 9B | G (n+a) | Apply when adults are migrating into the field and are depositing eggs. Translaminar, so it should control nymphs on the underside of leaves, but not systemic. |
|
phosmet (Imidan 70-W) |
1.33 lb | 5 d | 7 d | 1B | G (a) | It can knockback adult psyllid populations. |
|
methomyl (Lannate LV) |
See Label | 48 h | 6 d | 1A | E | The label doesn’t mention psyllids, but applications made to target other pests will knockback adult psyllids. Lannate LV is best used late season to knockback multiple pests. |
|
beta-cyfluthrin + imidacloprid (Leverage 360) |
2.8 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 3, 4 | E-G (n+a) | Apply when adult psyllids are migrating into the field. It should also control nymphs. |
|
abamectin + cyantraniprole (Minecto Pro) |
10 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 6, 28 | E (n+a) | Apply when adults are migrating into the field, especially if they are depositing eggs. Rapid anti-feeding activity will also help to limit spread of zebra chip disease. Controls all life stages. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
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fenpyroximate (Miteus) |
2 pt | 12 h | 7 d | 21A | E (n+a) | Apply when adults have migrated into the field and are depositing eggs. Controls all life stages, also stops feeding and egg laying. |
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zeta-cypermethrin (Mustang Maxx) |
See Label | 12 h | 1 d | 3 | G (n+a) | Psyllids are on the label but not in the potato section. Apply when psyllids are migrating into the field. |
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azadirachtin (Neemix 4.5 IGR) |
7-16 fl oz | 4 h | 0 d | NC | F | Apply when adults psyllids are depositing eggs and/or when nymphs are present. |
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spiromesifen (Oberon 4SC) |
4-8 oz | 12 h | 7 d | 23 | E-G (n) | Apply to control psyllid eggs and nymphs. Translaminar, so it should control nymphs on the underside of leaves. It will not control adults. |
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hexythiazox (Onager, Onager Optek) |
16 to 24 fl oz | 12 h | 21 d | 10A | G (n) | Apply to control psyllid eggs and nymphs. Translaminar, so it should control nymphs on the underside of leaves. It will not control adults. |
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pyrethrins (PyGanic Crop Protection EC 5.0) |
4.5-15.61 fl oz | 12 h | 0 d | 3A | ND | Apply when psyllids first appear. Don't wait until plants are heavily infested. |
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spinetoram (Radiant SC) |
6-8 fl oz | 4 h | 7 d | 5 | G (n) | Apply when psyllids have deposited eggs that are hatching. It will not control adults. |
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afidopyropen (Sefina) |
14 fl oz | 12 h | 7 d | 9D | G (n+a) | Apply when adults are migrating into the field, especially if they are depositing eggs. Rapid anti-feeding activity will also help to limit spread of zebra chip disease. Controls all life stages. Translaminar, so it will control nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
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tolfenpyrad (Torac) |
17-21 fl oz | 12 h | 14 d | 21A | G (n+a) | Apply when psyllids are present for knockback control with anti-feeding. Torac can control all life stages. No systemic or translaminar activity, so it may not always reach nymphs on the underside of leaves. |
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neem oil (Trilogy) |
See Label | 4 h | 0 d | NC | ND | Apply when adults psyllids are depositing eggs and/or when nymphs are present. |
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lambda-cyhalothrin (Warrior II) |
1.28-1.92 fl oz | 24 h | 7 d | 3 | G (n+a) | Apply when psyllids are migrating into the field. |