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Working to protect and treat vulnerable palm trees with Syngenta TreeCare

We're working with growers at the community and national level to help prevent the destruction of date palms from red palm weevil.

Stewardship

Timing for best red palm weevil control: Spring, when soil moisture is still close to field capacity.

Cleaning: Always thoroughly clean the equipment after use. Waiting period following application: No waiting period following application is required since no exposure to operators, general public or domestic animals is likely given: Closed application system and sealed injection ports. Personal Protective Equipment: When handling any chemical product it is good practice to always wear protective equipment such as safety glasses, protective gloves, closed-toe shoes, long pants and long-steered shirt.

Operator Safety: AVOID any contact of skin, eyes or clothing with the product. DO NOT breathe into the product container. DO NOT eat, drink or smoke while handling the product, wash hands and face before doing so. If any indisposition occurs, stop work, follow first aid measures, and call a physician. AFTER USE, Wash hands and face. Wash contaminated clothing before re use.