Pine Beetle Management

Environment

Preventative Treatment for Pine Beetle Infestation

Pheromone Repellents
(Verbenone) - Verbenone pouches can be attached to specific high value trees chosen to be protected, however, they are not a guarantee that pine beetles will not infest the tree. Further, beetles repelled by the Verbenone will look elsewhere for suitable host trees.

Pesticides
(Sevin) - Some grades of Sevin are registered for effective use against Mountain Pine Beetle and Western Pine Beetle. Homeowners choosing to use this product should take the time to educate themselves on the proper precautions needed for application and hire a qualified pest management company. Timing and coverage of Sevin application will have a significant impact on it's effectiveness. Sevin is a non-specific pesticide which may have negative effects on beneficial insects, as well as wildlife such as song birds and wood peckers. Sevin can be hazardous to human health.

Pine Beetle Management Services
Please consult your local yellow pages under "Tree Services" to find a company that can assist you with pine beetle tree removals. Please refer to www.pherotech.com or www.techmist.com to contact companies using verbenone and sevin for pine beetle management.

The current Pine Beetle epidemic is a dynamic natural and ecological process that is impacting the City of Kamloops on a large scale. As such, it requires a city wide approach that integrates the objectives and cooperation of many land-managers, property owners, and interest groups.

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Parks Operations
955 Concordia Way
Phone 250 828 3551
email parks@kamloops.ca

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