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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Roundup(glyphosate) damage – On Rose
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Mole Crickets – In Pasture
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Tree – Guy Wire Still in Place
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Tomato – Using Blossom Set Spray
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Christmas cactus – Good Description
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Houseplants – General Care
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Shrub – Planting
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Kudzu Covering Things
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Bermuda – Fertilizing
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What To Do About Camellia Leaf Gall
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