Taurus Trio G

According to the label, where is Taurus Trio G NOT permitted to be applied?

• Turfgrass and landscape areas
• Containerized ornamental plants in outdoor nursery sites
• Areas where plants grown for food will be placed ✓
• Perimeters and boundaries

Answer: The restrictions state do not apply to areas where plants grown for food will be placed.

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After using Taurus Trio G for a fire ant mound spot treatment, what safety precaution must be taken regarding kitchenware?

• Wash all utensils with bleach immediately.
• Food utensils such as teaspoons and measuring cups must not be used for food purposes. ✓
• Do not use any plastic utensils near the treated area.
• All measuring cups must be discarded after one use.

Answer: The label notes that after use with insecticide, food utensils like teaspoons and measuring cups must not be used for food purposes.

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To achieve the best results when treating a fire ant mound via spot treatment, what weather or timing conditions are recommended?

• Apply during midday heat (above 90°F).
• Apply only when the ground is covered in plastic film.
• Apply in cool weather (65 to 80°F) or in early morning or late evening hours. ✓
• Apply only during heavy rainfall.

Answer: The label recommends applying in cool weather (65 to 80°F) or early morning/late evening for best results on mounds.

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Which of the following is a required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) instruction for handling Taurus Trio G?

• Always wear protective clothing and avoid breathing dust. ✓
• Wear a full waterproof suit only when watering.
• Use only chemical-resistant gloves and no other gear.
• Wear a respirator at all times regardless of dust.

Answer: The PPE section states to always wear protective clothing and avoid breathing dust.

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When performing a spot treatment on an individual fire ant mound, what is the required procedure after applying the product?

• Apply when grass is dry and do not water.
• Flood the mound with 1 to 2 gallons of water using enough force to allow flow into tunnels. ✓
• Apply only to bare ground to ensure penetration.
• Wait for the soil to dry completely before watering.

Answer: For mound spot treatments, the label instructs to flood the mound with 1 to 2 gallons of water to allow the insecticide to flow into tunnels.

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When targeting Imported Fire Ants (mounds) in turfgrass and landscape areas, what is the recommended application rate?

• 87 pounds of product per Acre or 2 lb per 1,000 sq.ft. ✓
• 1 cup per foot (square) of mound
• 3.2 oz. per 10 sq. ft.
• 2 gallons of water per 1,000 sq.ft.

Answer: The label specifies a rate of 87 pounds per acre or 2 lb per 1,000 sq.ft. for turfgrass and landscape areas.

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What is a critical requirement regarding soil moisture before applying Taurus Trio G to turfgrass/landscape areas?

• It is critical to water before treatment if the soil is dry. ✓
• The soil must be saturated with 2 gallons of water per foot.
• The soil must be completely dry for 24 hours.
• No water should ever be applied to the soil during treatment.

Answer: The label states it is critical to water before treatment if the soil is dry.

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Regarding the application of Taurus Trio G to containerized ornamental plants in outdoor nursery sites, what is the maximum number of applications allowed per site per year at the rate of 2.0 lb/1,000 sq. ft.?

• 1 application
• 2 applications ✓
• 3 applications
• 4 applications

Answer: The label states: 'Make no more than 2 applications at 2.0 lb/1,000 sq. ft. per site per year of this product.'

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