Avid Receives 24(c) Label for Nematode Control in NC

Golf course superintendents in North Carolina have a new option for nematode control on putting greens.

Avid (abamectin) has been granted a 24(c) Special Local Need label for control of sting and ring nematodes on golf course putting greens. The supplemental label can be downloaded here. It is important to emphasize that this 24(c) label applies only to the Avid brand, is only valid in North Carolina, and only allows for application to golf course putting greens.

The application rate is 57 ounces per acre, with a recommended 3 to 4 applications on a 14 to 21 day interval. Tank-mixing with a non-ionic surfactant is recommended to improve penetration into the root zone, and applications should be watered-in immediately with 0.1" of irrigation.