Spray oil and method of use thereof for controlling turfgrass pests
CA 2507482 C · Owner: Suncor Energy Inc. · Inventors: Fefer, Michael
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A paraffinic spray oil and a method of using the spray oil for controlling turfgrass pests is disclosed. The spray oil comprises paraffinic oil and a quick break emulsifier which is formulated as an oil-in-water (O/W) emulsion for use. The paraffinic oil and emulsifier are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 95:5 to about 99.95:0.05 and preferably from about 98.5:1.5 to about 99.9:0.1. When applied to turfgrass the O/W emulsion quickly releases the oil phase upon application to the turfgrass to contact pests thereon. When provided at sufficient paraffinic oil dosages generally at least about 0.5 gal oil/acre and preferably in the range of about 0.5 gal/acre to about 60 gal/acre the …
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- Filed May 16, 2005 and granted February 25, 2014. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended May 16, 2025.
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