FMC’s Talstar Professional insecticide registered for use on stinkbugs

Date:10-19-2011

Talstar Professional insecticide (active ingredient: bifenthrin) has received approval to make a FIFRA 2(ee) recommendation for use on stink bugs in 17 states hit hard by stink bug infestations: Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri and Florida.

Mostly a nuisance, the brown marmorated stink bug doesn't bite or carry diseases, but it infests houses and buildings at the onset of cooler temperatures. In recent
years, stink bug populations have exploded in eastern and selected other states. When threatened by predators stink bugs excrete an offensive smelling liquid, generally compared to the smell of dirty feet.

Talstar Professional insecticide, a brand long-trusted by pest and lawn care professionals, may be applied as a lawn or perimeter treatment, for prevention and control of stink bugs and more than 75 additional pests. A water-based product, Talstar Professional is non-irritating and does not leave unsightly residues or cause phytotoxicity.

"This recommendation indicates pest professionals can use an effective tool for use in the states currently battling high stink bug populations," said Catherine Bernard, product manager professional pest segment for FMC Professional Solutions. "Pest and turf professionals are very familiar with Talstar Professional and can easily integrate it into their stink bug prevention and control programs."