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GARGOIL® INSECT, MITE & DISEASE CONTROL

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Gargoil® Insect, Mite & Disease Control offers fast and effective broad-spectrum pest control for all agricultural crops and ornamentals. Gargoil targets soft-body insects, including leafhoppers, mites, aphids, thrips, whiteflies, psyllids and other soft-body insects. Gargoil can help control immature forms of larger insects such as worms and scale crawlers. Gargoil can be used on all crops, including fruits and vegetables, fruit trees, vines, tree nuts, field and row crops, ornamental trees, shrubs and flowers, containerized plants, and turf.

Functions: Fungicide, Insecticide

Insecticide Target Species: Aphids, Beetles, Flies, Mealybugs, Mites, Moths, Scale Insects, Weevils

Application Technique: Aerial Application, Sprayers

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Identification & Functionality

Agrochemical Functions
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Active Ingredients
Cinnamon Oil 15%
Garlic 20%
Other Ingredients* 65%
Total 100%

*Citric Acid, Vinegar, Soapbark, Xanthan Gum, Water

 

Features & Benefits

Benefits
  • Can be used in combination or in rotation with other fungicides and insecticides. Excellent tank mix partner with softer insecticides, such as wettable sulfur and light summer oils.
  • Zero PHI so it can safely be applied up to day of harvest.
  • Plant based product safe for beneficial insects
  • OMRI and WSDA listed for certified organic crop production.
Features

Gargoil® helps control insects and fungal diseases on all agricultural crops and ornamentals. Gargoil® can be used on all crops including fruits and vegetables, fruit trees, vines, tree nuts, field and row crops, ornamental trees, shrubs and flowers, containerized plants, and turf. Gargoil® has shown to be effective in controlling various insects: Soft Body such as aphids, fleas, mealy bugs, mites, psyllids, thrips, whiteflies, and other soft body insects. Larvae/Crawlers such as beetles, earwigs, flies, leafhoppers, leafrollers,lygus bugs, moths, scales, and weevils. Gargoil® can be applied throughout the growing season up to harvest. Gargoil® is an ideal product that can be used in combination with other fungicides and insecticides. Gargoil® is not for aquatic use.

Applications & Uses

Application Technique
Application Instructions
  • Always perform a compatibility standard jar test when mixing Gargoil with new products.
  • Can be applied using standard field sprayers and backpack or other hand-held spray equipment.
  • Shake container thoroughly before adding Gargoil to the spray tank.
  • Maintain agitation while mixing and during application for best results.
  • Apply spray mix early morning or late afternoon to help prevent any phytotoxicity.
  • Do not apply when the temperature is >90°F.
  • Always be sure to clean tank, pump and lines thoroughly after use.
Spray Adjuvants

Good coverage is important to maximize the effectiveness of Gargoil. Silicone-based or non-ionic surfactants are recommended to enhance product coverage.

Application Rates & Timing

The optimum pest pressure to start applications is 0 to 5%. Repeat application timing should be 7 to 14 days, and determined by field scouting reports of pest pressure. Spray-to-wet only. Good coverage is essential. Gargoil can be applied using ground or aerial equipment.

  • For Insect Control: Apply 0.5% to 1% of Gargoil per acre.
  • For Disease Control (powdery mildew, downy mildew, botrytis): Apply 0.5% to 1% of Gargoil per acre.
Desired Volume of Spray Mixture (Gallons/Acre)

Amount of Gargoil Application Rate per Volume of Water

0.5% 1%
25 10 fl oz (0.31 qt)

20 fl oz (0.62 qts

50 1 qt 2 qts
100 2 qt 4 qts
200 4 qt 8 qts

 

Directions For Use

Gargoil® is a contact insecticide, fungicide and miticide. Always shake well before using Gargoil®. The optimum pest pressure to start applications is 0 to 5%. Repeat application timing should be 7 to 14 days, and determined by field scouting reports of pest pressure. Spray-to-wet only, good coverage is essential. This product can be applied using ground or aerial equipment.

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Buffering Instructions

Spray tank pH must be adjusted to 5.5 to 6.0 before adding Gargoil to the spray tank. Recommended buffering agents are BioLink Buffer & Penetrant, BioLink Acidifier among other acidifying agents. Do not buffer with propionic acid or similar products that affect biologically active products.

Test Data

Gargoil® Controls White Apple Leafhopper (WALH) Nymphs

GARGOIL® INSECT, MITE & DISEASE CONTROL - Test Data

Infested leaves or shoots were sprayed to runoff with a hand sprayer. After 24 hours, sprayed samples were examined and evaluated microscopically for mortality.

GARGOIL® INSECT, MITE & DISEASE CONTROL - Test Data - 1

Grower Standard was Bt plus Burkholderia Strain A396. Gargoil was applied at 3 qts/150 gallons of water per acre. All products were applied at the start of hull split.

Safety & Health

Precautions

Gargoil may repel bees. Do not apply Gargoil if rain is forecasted or overhead watering occurs within 12 hours.

Precautionary Statement

Causes eye irritation. May cause skin irritation.

Precautionary Statement: Wear protective eyewear. Wear waterproof gloves. Wear long sleeve shirt. Avoid contact with eyes or clothing. Do not ingest. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet.

Packaging & Availability

Net Contents

2.5 Gallons (9.5 L) / 21.0 Lbs (9.5 KG)

Storage & Handling

Storage And Disposal

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal.

  • Storage: Do not store near heat or open flame. Keep in original container. Store in cool, dry place. Protect from excessive heat.
  • Disposal: Do not reuse container. Triple rinse and offer empty containers for recycling or reconditioning, or dispose of in a sanitary landfill.