Best Time of Day to Spray Pesticides

Appropriate pesticide application time can ensure not only maximum impact on the target organisms but also the least impact on beneficial organisms

Pesticide application timing depends on weather conditions, optimal pest control, and minimizing harm to non target organisms and the environment.

Bees are more susceptible to insecticides during the flowering period of crops and at midday. Therefore, avoid spraying at this time

The time of insecticide application should coincide with the most vulnerable stage of the insect's life cycle

The early morning and evening hours are often the best times for pesticide application because windy conditions are more likely to occur around midday

It is recommended not to spray in wind speeds above 2.5 miles/second, which otherwise can cause excessive drift and eventually contamination

Pesticide application should not be made just before rain because pesticides can be washed off by the rain without any impact on the target pest