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US 9,872,487 B2Granted
Method for preparing an optimum density termite bait composition
AssigneeBASF SE
InventorsJeffrey A. Martin, Ronald O. Richardson
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AssigneeBASF SE
InventorsJeffrey A. Martin, Ronald O. Richardson
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A composition in compacted form for use for termite monitoring and control comprises a cellulose material which may be purified cellulose or micro-crystalline cellulose as a base bait, the composition being compacted to an optimum density of not less than approximately 1.033 g/cc. Also disclosed is a method for monitoring and controlling termite infestations which comprises the steps of a) preparing such a composition; b) placing the composition in a bait station; c) monitoring the station at periodic time intervals for termites; and d) upon observing termite infestation in the bait station, replacing the above composition with a bait composition containing a termite killing agent.
A method for preparing an extruded composition for use for termite monitoring and control, the method comprising extruding a composition comprising a cellulose material and an active ingredient for killing or controlling termites to a density of not less than 1.033 g/cc.
A method for controlling termite infestations comprising the steps of:
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