In alleyways, a living ground cover is used to reduce soil erosion and soil compaction. 10 pts 11. Ground cover species are selected to avoid habitat for Japanese beetle grubs, where they are a problem. Only pesticides approved and registered in the state are used. Records of pesticide applications including date, field identification, targeted pest, pesticide name, formulation, rate and number of acres treated are maintained.
Pesticide drift is minimized.
10 pts 2. Herbicide sprayer is calibrated at the start of the season. 10 pts 3. Spray records are maintained and organized. Disease Management 1.