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Pesticides
Registered for Mosquito Control in South Dakota
ExEx8148 6/2004
This publication lists the most common insecticides that are registered
in South Dakota for use around the house and yard. The products are arranged
by the active ingredient. The active ingredient is usually listed prominently
in the first section of the label. This section will list
the chemical name and/or the common name of the pesticide and also the
concentration.
Controlling
Mosquitoes Around the Home and Yard
FS923 6/2004
Some mosquitoes will always get through your defenses, but as homeowners,
you can mount a campaign against the West Nile virus-carrying pests on
your own property. Reduce the number of potential breeding sites by draining
unnecessary standing water, treat remaining breeding sites with larvicides,
spray or fog mosquito resting areas with barrier or residual sprays, and/or
use “bug lights” or mosquito traps. pdf
Personal
Mosquito Repellents Available in South Dakota
ExEx8147 3/2004
Personal mosquito repellents are products that can be applied directly
onto the human skin or clothing for the purpose of repelling or killing
adult mosquitoes. While repellents containing the chemical DEET can be
applied directly on human skin and clothing, products containing the insecticide
permethrin cannot. pdf
Personal
Mosquito Repellents
FS920 3/2004
The most commonly available insect repellents contain either DEET or permethrin.
This publication provides information on specific repellents that are
registered for sale in South Dakota in Spring 2003. pdf
What
you need to know before vaccinating your horses for West Nile Virus
ExEx 11009 4/2003
Because West Nile virus (WNV) has appeared statewide in South Dakota,
horses in all counties are at risk of exposure. History indicates that
WNV will continue to be present for years to come. pdf
National
Pest Alert on West Nile Virus
USDA 2003
West Nile encephalitis was first documented in North America during the
summer of 1999. Since that time, cases of West Nile virus infection have
been confirmed in northeastern, north central, and southern regions of
the United States, and the virus is expected to spread throughout North
America.
Deet
as a Mosquito Repellent
ExEx8146 2/2004
The spread of West Nile virus in South Dakota has turned attention to
mosquito repellents. Questions concerning available products, effectiveness,
and safety, especially for children, are being raised. pdf
Just
for Kids: West Nile Virus
ExEx14073 8/2002
GUESS WHAT?!!! You can still go outside and play if you follow some simple
rules. So go ahead!! Enjoy the rest of your summer! By understanding the
virus, we are able to protect ourselves from it. This information on the
West Nile virus will help you protect yourself. pdf
South
Dakota Mosquitos and their Control
B531 5/1966
Mosquitoes have always been an annoyance to humans and domestic animals
in South Dakota. Referenced to their pestiferous and sometimes almost
unendurable attacks are included in the journals and accounts of early-day
explorers and settlers of Dakota Territory. pdf
Educational Materials
Science-based educational materials for youth and adults on dealing with West Nile virus are available through county Extension offices.Posters
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| ESS1103 Control Mosquitoes, Use DEET |
ESS1203 Fight the Bite |
Youth Activity Books
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| ESS503 Nita the Mosquito |
ESS603 Little Bug, Big Bite! |
ESS703 What's Up? with the "BUZZZZ" |
Coloring Sheets
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| ESS404 Hey Kids! Fight the Bite (Pre-Schoolers) |
ESS504 Hey Kids! Fight the Bite (School-Aged Children) |
Wallet Card ESS1003
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Door Knob Hanger ESS304
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Magnet ESS204
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