What is GardStar?
product information. DESCRIPTION: GardStar®plus is a molded plastic cattle ear tag containing permethrin, a fast-acting synthetic pyrethroid. Permethrin is a photostable insecticide with residual effectiveness against a broad spectrum of livestock ectoparasites.
How do you mix GardStar?
Mix 4 oz. with water to make up to 50 gallon spray. Contains 40% permethrin. Cattle rub: mix 4 oz/10 gal diesel or mineral oil.
How long do ear tags last?
12 to 15 weeks
This reduces the chances of developing resistance to the active ingredients that are being used. Normally, tags provide 12 to 15 weeks of fly control.
How long do fly tags last?
OPtimizer insecticidal ear tags for cattle contain a highly-active long-lasting formula that controls Buffalo Fly, including pyrethroid-resistant strains, for up to 16 weeks.
Is permethrin harmful to chickens?
It is also the most common chemical used for control of mites and lice on chickens. When correctly used to treat chickens for mites and lice, permethrin is very safe.”
Can you use cattle fly tags on horses?
Some horse owners try different methods, such as tying cattle ear tags (formulated for horn fly control) on the horse’s halter or braiding a fly tag into the mane. Some of the cattle fly tags contain organophosphates, a more toxic type of chemical than the pyrethrins or permethrins.
How do ear tags work?
The active materials in insecticidal ear tags kill insects by direct contact. These chemicals are mixed into the plastic during the manufac- turing process. Because they are very soluble in fats and waxes, they are “pulled out” of the tag and into the oils present on the animals’ hair.
Can you put fly tags on calves?
Face Fly Control Face flies are equally attracted to adult animals and calves. So calves need to be tagged as well as adult animals. Pyrethroid tags provide the best reduction in face fly numbers, but can enhance horn fly resistance. To reduce horn fly resistance, rotate insecticide ear tags annually.
How much permethrin do I spray on chickens?
Martins Permethrin 10% is labeled to be applied at 8 oz/12.5 gallons of water, 16 oz/20 gallons of water, 32 oz/50 gallons of water for poultry mites. You will spray 1/2 oz per bird or 1 gallon per 100 birds with a fine mist. Spray roosts, walls and nests/cages. 9 of 54 people found this answer helpful.
