Q&A - Just how safe is Sevin insecticide?

Sevin (carbaryl) is very safe to humans. Retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison says toxicity is judged based on LD50, the amount of the chemical per kilogram of body weight required to kill half the test population. Carbaryl has an LD50 of 350-500 mg/kg of body weight. He compares carbaryl’s toxicity to other common chemicals. Carbaryl is very toxic to insects including beneficials and it toxic to fish. Make sure you read and follow the label directions on any pesticide.
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  • @twobrokeguyz1214
    @twobrokeguyz12143 жыл бұрын

    I’m not sure using “fleas” is a good example for all insects. Fleas are known for their tolerance and built up resistance to insecticides. But I could be wrong!

  • @giverny28
    @giverny283 жыл бұрын

    I think in ALL situations, you have to weigh the risks and benefits.

  • @user-yk8rd6vl4n
    @user-yk8rd6vl4n Жыл бұрын

    What can I do if I find a lot of tick through my plants amd I use these chemicals what for I do plant over by another area

  • @joefude3656
    @joefude36563 жыл бұрын

    It seems like only looking at LD50 is a very narrow scope of toxicity (acute) and says nothing about chronic toxicity (Glyphosate, anyone?). The label states that it is a cholinesterase inhibitor, which, from a quick Google search, it seems to inhibit nervous system function. There are also reproductive damage concerns. I'm not saying anything about Carbaryl, just that the scope of the video, probably due to the time constraints we all face, couldn't really get into the nitty gritty of all the possible concerns with any chemical. Perhaps review the name for the video so it is a little less misleading, perhaps something like "How much Sevin dust does it take to kill someone instantly?" or add a little bit about other reasons it is safe and answer questions folks might have such as "How many years has it been around?", "Why did California require a prop65 warning?"

  • @user-yk8rd6vl4n
    @user-yk8rd6vl4n Жыл бұрын

    Does these chemicals destroy any plant if you find insects on the plants life carrots?

  • @666Necropsy
    @666Necropsy4 жыл бұрын

    to bad Carbaryl is not in your sevin you buy from stores. seven is now a different compound ZETA-CYPERMETHRIN. not sure how i feel about this. you can still buy Carbaryl. you just need to make sure you know your active ingredients. seven and Carbaryl were always known to be together. i found it odd people always referred to it as seven. i tend to use the active ingredient names instead of brands. its very confusing this way. its like saying i use Bayer insecticide. ok which one. it just makes more sense to say the active ingredient first.

  • @JoeFidler
    @JoeFidler

    Does seven dust work on carpenter ants?

  • @jdp5704
    @jdp57042 жыл бұрын

    Is this a commercial for Monsanto? Glyphosate doesn't have to kill you immediately to be dangerous. Over time, it's looking pretty darn bad!

  • @andrewriley1053
    @andrewriley1053 Жыл бұрын

    Sevin is the best and maybe only way to stop potato bugs

  • @Bsaw13
    @Bsaw13 Жыл бұрын

    Does anyone know if it kills the microbial life in soil?

  • @mattweaver3199
    @mattweaver3199 Жыл бұрын

    I rather say, down with Sevin and up with frogs!!!!

  • @dr.jamesolack8504
    @dr.jamesolack85042 жыл бұрын

    Sevin is nothing to take lightly.

  • @douglasgraham2101
    @douglasgraham21012 жыл бұрын

    If you're still living, it must be pretty safe.

  • @FarmerQ
    @FarmerQ3 жыл бұрын

    This guy just sat there and goal post moved every time something negative came up about his sales pitch.