The formulated product is mixed with water and applied as a spray. Once applied, the capsule slowly releases the pesticide. The encapsulation process can prolong the active life of the pesticide by providing a timed release of the active ingredient. Constant agitation necessary in tank, Some bees may pick up the capsules and carry them back to their hive where the released pesticide may poison the entire hive. An adjuvant is a chemical added to a pesticide formulation or tank mix to increase its effectiveness or safety.
Most pesticide formulations contain at least a small percentage of adjuvants.
Properly , which was developed by Ohio State University in cooperation with the Cooperative Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the Office of Pesticide Programs, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.