swarm traps - to spray or not to spray?

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reedyfork
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swarm traps - to spray or not to spray?

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I have two swarm traps out, both "baited" with Swarm Commander. I've been re-spraying every 7 days +/-. Question: if the swarm trap is actively being checked out by scouts when I go to check on them and re-spray, should I re-apply the Swarm Commander or wait and come back another time?
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Re: swarm traps - to spray or not to spray?

Post by Wally »

Opinion only. Spraying IN the trap is too strong. Once a month on the outside would be enough. NO to your question. Once they are checking it out, the smell is no longer needed.
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