Pesticide Half-life and Mode of Action
Q: What is the half-life in soil of 2,4-D? How can I tell if it is the culprit for damage to my tomatoes?
A: 2,4-D is a common component of broadleaf weedkillers. According to material from Canada, the half-life is 10 days and the effect on plants is cupping, puckering and strapping of leaves.
For a complete overview of many pesticides and their properties and effects see
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What To Do About Camellia Leaf Gall
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Chinese Cabbage
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Bermuda Grass Herbicide – 30 % Vinegar not Organic nor Safe
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Ray Givan’s Fig Page – Green and Yellow Fig Varieties
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How to Soil Test
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What To Do About Camellia Leaf Gall
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Post-Planting Droop
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Getting Rid of Spurweed
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Birds, Bees, and Zucchini
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Two Steps For Controlling Weeds In a Flower Garden
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