Best
Management Practices for Orchard Spraying |
Spray sensitive areas in the lowest or most favorable
wind conditions. When winds die down, move to these areas before finishing
the rest of the block. |
Paying attention to weather and wind conditions when spraying can reduce
potential for spray drift and contamination of off-target sites. Spraying sensitive areas in the lowest or most favorable wind conditions
increases control and decreases potential for spray drift. |
Spraying in high winds makes it virtually impossible to control spray
drift. Spray drift is a likely pathway for off- site contamination. Not controlling spray drift will increase the likelihood of contamination
of sensitive areas. |
Hood River Grower-Shipper Association -- Best Management Practices Project |