Frequently Asked Questions
Check out answers to our most commonly asked questions. Your AgLogic® 15GG aldicarb dealer may also be able to help.
Decades of trial results show aldicarb applied at-plant remains the “Gold Standard” that other treatments are compared to. It typically outperforms seed treatments, particularly under heavy thrips pressure. Studies comparing aldicarb have proven longer residual early season pest control, greater plant vigor, higher fruit set and generally increased yields across all registered crops.
Currently, AgLogic brand aldicarb is registered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on cotton, dry beans, peanuts, soybeans, sugar beets and sweet potatoes.
Additional state registrations are added from time to time.
Please consult the label, your certified AgLogic 15GG dealer, local extension specialist or pest control advisor for detailed information regarding registered product use in various states.
We are firmly committed to the responsible and proper labeled use of the product to protect users and the environment and provide long-term availability of this valuable pest management tool.
AgLogic® Chemical, LLC has developed a comprehensive Stewardship program to educate sellers and users and help them strictly adhere to label directions and prevent any misuse of this product.
AgLogic Chemical, LLC limits the sale of its product to state-licensed Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP) distributors, growers and applicators. As a pre-condition for purchase, all state-licensed RUP users are required to complete an online exam and pledge not to misuse the product. AgLogic Chemical, LLC and its distributors will aggressively take all precautions and measures deemed important to safeguard proper distribution, application and use of the product.
Some states like Florida require additional reporting and documention when using AgLogic aldicarb products. Always check with your state officals, dealers or extension for additional reqirements in your state.
A comprehensive EPA-approved Product Stewardship Plan is currently in place. It is a binding agreement with all involved in the distribution, purchase, handling and application of AgLogic brand aldicarb corncob grit 15G and 15GG gypsum formulations.
Education, personal responsibility, and a commitment to safe and proper handling are required. Just as importantly, AgLogic Chemical, LLC requires anyone handling or applying the product safeguard environmental protections, strictly adhere to the label and follow disposal instructions for unused product, from its point of production to field application.
All participants within the distribution channel must actively support and participate in stewardship efforts.
Some states like Florida require additional reporting and documention when using AgLogic aldicarb products. Always check with your state officals, dealers or extension for additional reqirements in your state.
AgLogic 15GG aldicarb pesticide is manufactured in the USA and meets and/or exceeds the quality and stewardship standards of its predecessor – Temik aldicarb pesticide.
The principal granule being sold in the market at present is the AgLogic 15GG gypsum granule product.
Contact your local authorized dealer for support or calibration tubes. Additionally, you can access calibration instructions on the AgLogic Chemical website: www.aglogicchemical.com.
Please note that calibration settings differ between the 15G corncob grit and 15GG gypsum formulations.
Any unopened packages of product should be returned to the same certified AgLogic 15GG dealership from which it was purchased.
AgLogic 15GG aldicarb pesticide can be applied via hopper boxes. If you are not set up with hopper boxes, check with your local equipment dealer for the proper application equipment.
It depends upon what pests you are trying to control as well as state and federal labels. At-plant rates generally vary from 3.5 to 7.0 pounds of product per acre on cotton for early season pest control. Labeled rates on nematode soils are generally higher.
Post-emergent side-dress applications are typically recommended at 5 lbs. per acre for mid-season insect and nematode suppression.
Labeled rates for nematode control are generally higher. Please consult the label for detailed information: https://www.aglogicchemical.com/labels
AgLogic 15GG aldicarb is registered for control of thrips, aphids, plant bugs, leafhoppers, whiteflies, and other chewing, sucking and piercing insects, and certain mite and nematode species.
“Earliness” means the crop will generally mature faster and set fruit earlier than non-treated crops. This can be a distinct advantage at harvest when inclement weather may become an issue.
Nematodes, thrips and the Mexican bean beetle often cause yield reductions in soybean production.
Several nematode species that adversely affect soybeans include the soybean cyst nematode as well as sting and lesion nematodes. AgLogic 15GG aldicarb pesticide has been shown to significantly improve yields in nematode-infested fields.
An at-plant application of AgLogic 15GG aldicarb protects peanut plants from thrips and nematodes for up to six weeks.
Research has shown that pod set and yields are typically significantly enhanced due to improved pest control and plant vigor when treated with AgLogic 15GG aldicarb pesticide.
Contact your local dealer and consult the product label for specific recommendations.
AgLogic 15GG may be applied to irrigated or dryland registered crops. Moisture from rainfall or irrigation is essential to release the active ingredient and trigger absorption by the roots.
Consult the product label. In general, at-planting applications target early season pests, while side-dress applications are usually applied for additional nematode and sucking pest control. Depending on your state, both applications within labeled rates, may be used for ultimate pest protection on certain crops.
