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An IVM Approach for Shaded Fuel Breaks
Shaded fuel breaks are areas of thinned trees and cleared undergrowth, designed to slow an advancing fire. These areas are not completely free of vegetation, but ideally are maintained to encourage growth of desirable, native vegetation that helps keep soil stable and naturally reduces populations of ladder fuel species. A silviculture manager in Oregon shares his experience creating shaded fuel breaks in a recent project.
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Tips for Proper Tank Mixing
Tank mixing is a convenient way to deliver multiple products to the area you’re treating. It can allow you to apply herbicide, fungicide and insecticide products all in one pass, or to add adjuvants to a product to enhance application. You should always follow the product label for tank-mixing instructions, but here are a few guidelines for an effective tank mix.
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