Damn. If it was my compost, I would start over. But i donât use that stuff and am not super familiar with the ingredients
West_compton
Start over.
Waldo_Wadlo
It will be ok.
Fyzzlestyxx
Not an expert but from what I know pyrethrins degrade relatively quickly in soils, so you should be fine.
One-Somewhere-9907
Whatâs designed to kill any living thing will be bad for any living thing. YOU⊠bees⊠other beneficial pollinators⊠We humans are bigger size-wise, but it still builds up in our system.
I hope you set a hard boundary with your dad. I would be livid.
dommimommyy
Burn it
lantanagal
Phone the number on the bag.
scottyWallacekeeps
Designed to be put on tomatoes and vegetable plants beans etc…… washs off. Degrades quickly. Wash off fruits. Won’t kill fire ants maybe chase them away….. But your ok
Here is AI. My friend s the Conners say trust AI
đ± Sevin Dust: Degradation & Safety in Vegetable Gardens
Hereâs a breakdown of how Sevin Dust behaves and whether itâs safe for your veggies:
—
đ§Ș Degradation Timeline
– Half-life in soil varies by type:
– Sandy soil: 14â28 days
– Clay-loam: 28â56 days
– Silt-loam: 56â112 days
– If it stays dry and doesnât wash into the soil, it typically breaks down within 3 days on surfaces.
– Rain or irrigation can extend its persistence, especially in organic-rich soils.
—
đ„ Safety for Vegetable Plants
Yes, Sevin Dust can be used on vegetablesâbut with care:
– Itâs labeled for use on crops like tomatoes, peppers, and leafy greens.
– Always follow the specific instructions on the product label for each crop.
– Apply in early morning or late evening to avoid harming pollinators like bees.
– Wash produce thoroughly before eating to remove any residue.
—
â ïž Precautions
– Wear gloves, a mask, and goggles during application.
– Avoid overuseâit can harm beneficial insects and lead to pest resistance.
– Reapply only as directed, typically every 7â10 days or after heavy rain.
—
If you’re looking for a gentler alternative, I can suggest some natural pest control options too. Want to explore those?
OnionGarden
If possible I would let the compost have an extra month or three she may slow down a bit and give it time to work that stuff out but you will be fine. It a product lots of people use in gardens which doesnât make it good but it ainât going noticeably hurt anything long term.
C_Brachyrhynchos
Time to find a new dad. Jk,..sort of. The actives are cypermetherin and bifenthrin. Cypermethrin degrades in a few weeks, but bifenthrin has a soil half-life of 9 months. I would probably quarantine that pile for a couple of years at least.
tojmes
Take a measured approach. My observation is that you have this on hand. Do you use pesticides in your garden? If so, donât worry about. It will break down.
I would read the bag and only use it on whatâs listed. Meaning if it doesnât say safe for veggies, donât use it on your veggies. Only your ornamentalâs.
Also, add more water, then more water to
Your compost. Ants are a sign itâs too dry.
Good luck.
Ok-Ambassador8271
Dilution is the solution to pollution.
Keep adding, keep rotating. Some will volatalize, some will degrade, and it will all be diluted.
Never forget this- dilution is the solution to pollution.
Drivo566
Whats the intended goal for your compost? If you’re going to use it for general garden use and not anything edible, it’s fine.
If you’re intending to use the finished compost in a vegetable garden, I might be more hesitant to keep it. I’d do some research to see how long it takes the pesticides to break down in the soil and if its short-term, your probably ok if you dont plan on using it anytime soon.
I just noticed it says safe for vegetable garden usage, so realistically it should be fine.
Tall_Specialist305
Let it be they are part of the ecosystem. You can try and move the queen elsewhere.
Farpoint_Relay
I mean, I wouldn’t call the soil “organic” anymore from a strict technical standpoint. But sevin dust has been used on vegetable gardens for decades…. soooo…
Would I be angry? A little. Would I feel the need to start over? No.
The longer you can let it breakdown in the compost the better.
origanalsameasiwas
I had the same problem with ants. I tried everything to get rid of them. The only thing worked was to isolate them and put sevin dust and diatomaceous earth and combat bait and roach bait paste just in case one doesnât work the other ones will work. We still have leaf cutter ants and I used neem oil first then waited then as a final solution was to use sevin dust. We actually wash the vegetables thoroughly before putting in any things or storing them.
RaelaltRael
I used to live 20 miles downwind of the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power plant. Should I be worried đ.
NotBatman81
Define the problem. What do you think is wrong? Sevin is fairly benign.
icaruslives465
Old people don’t understand nature and the roll bugs play in our ecosystem. It’s frustrating
BondJamesBond63
I put that on my cukes and tomatoes. Helps with those hornworms and the worms that drill into cukes. I believe it’s one of the least harmful bug poisons. Seems like I heard it was made from chrysanthemums, but not sure of that.
Percy_Platypus9535
Itâll be fine just keep it covered to keep bees out
Commercial-Life-9998
Jis making sure youâll know this:
Q: What are carbarylâs human health effects?
A: Animal testing shows carbaryl caused effects in the reproductive, developmental and
nervous systems, and cancer. Nervous-system effects have been reported in
humans, mainly due to accidental or intentional exposure to high levels of carbaryl.
Effects in the male reproductive system have been seen in workers handling carbaryl
over long periods of time. However, these effects are not expected from the low levels
of carbaryl used when Sevin SLÂź is applied according to instructions on the label.
Carbaryl has not been shown to irritate the eyes or skin.
Under Californiaâs Proposition 65, carbaryl is identified as a chemical that can cause
cancer and reproductive effects. No significant health risks, including the risk of
cancer, are expected given the low levels of exposure when residents follow OEHHAâs
advice to avoid exposure following applications of SevinÂź SL.
theholyirishman
It breaks down in time, the die off is just protein for the pile, and fungi dgaf. Water it, mix it, water it, mix it.
azaleawisperer
Sevin is an insecticide you can apply to edible vegetables a few days before human consumption.
Read the label.
AdPlayful6449
You will be fine. Soak it good with water and turn the pile. Let it sit for a month or two longer so that the poisons nutrelize
rainduder
Did he stir? If not, just Scoop the top out.
Mo523
It’s not the end of the world. Insects are good for your compost in general and it kills insects, so that isn’t ideal, but time will help – if you were using it as intended, you’d need to reapply it. Personally, that isn’t something I’d use in my gardening/yard, so I wouldn’t want it in the finished compost until it sat a long time. If you have the space, I’d just start a new pile and give that one extra time. You can look up the half lives of the ingredients and figure out how long until it is basically nothing.
hagbard2323
First, you need to get a new Dad…seriously.
You could use it on ornamentals only (that aren’t close to any edible plants/crops you harvest).
SGT_Kilo
How old is the bag? I found a really old bag of that in my barn. A tiny bit down the hole of two Yellowjacket nests at night completely wiped them out within 24 hours. Was blown away with the results. Went to look and see if it was still for sale and the older formula is banned in California. Look at the ingredients to see what got put in there. It will definitely kill all insect life in your compost pile for a good stretch of time.
WhiskeyTangoFoxbat
A compost pile is not worth the risk.
Get rid of it.
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Damn. If it was my compost, I would start over. But i donât use that stuff and am not super familiar with the ingredients
Start over.
It will be ok.
Not an expert but from what I know pyrethrins degrade relatively quickly in soils, so you should be fine.
Whatâs designed to kill any living thing will be bad for any living thing. YOU⊠bees⊠other beneficial pollinators⊠We humans are bigger size-wise, but it still builds up in our system.
I hope you set a hard boundary with your dad. I would be livid.
Burn it
Phone the number on the bag.
Designed to be put on tomatoes and vegetable plants beans etc…… washs off. Degrades quickly. Wash off fruits. Won’t kill fire ants maybe chase them away….. But your ok
Here is AI. My friend s the Conners say trust AI
đ± Sevin Dust: Degradation & Safety in Vegetable Gardens
Hereâs a breakdown of how Sevin Dust behaves and whether itâs safe for your veggies:
—
đ§Ș Degradation Timeline
– Half-life in soil varies by type:
– Sandy soil: 14â28 days
– Clay-loam: 28â56 days
– Silt-loam: 56â112 days
– If it stays dry and doesnât wash into the soil, it typically breaks down within 3 days on surfaces.
– Rain or irrigation can extend its persistence, especially in organic-rich soils.
—
đ„ Safety for Vegetable Plants
Yes, Sevin Dust can be used on vegetablesâbut with care:
– Itâs labeled for use on crops like tomatoes, peppers, and leafy greens.
– Always follow the specific instructions on the product label for each crop.
– Apply in early morning or late evening to avoid harming pollinators like bees.
– Wash produce thoroughly before eating to remove any residue.
—
â ïž Precautions
– Wear gloves, a mask, and goggles during application.
– Avoid overuseâit can harm beneficial insects and lead to pest resistance.
– Reapply only as directed, typically every 7â10 days or after heavy rain.
—
If you’re looking for a gentler alternative, I can suggest some natural pest control options too. Want to explore those?
If possible I would let the compost have an extra month or three she may slow down a bit and give it time to work that stuff out but you will be fine. It a product lots of people use in gardens which doesnât make it good but it ainât going noticeably hurt anything long term.
Time to find a new dad. Jk,..sort of. The actives are cypermetherin and bifenthrin. Cypermethrin degrades in a few weeks, but bifenthrin has a soil half-life of 9 months. I would probably quarantine that pile for a couple of years at least.
Take a measured approach. My observation is that you have this on hand. Do you use pesticides in your garden? If so, donât worry about. It will break down.
I would read the bag and only use it on whatâs listed. Meaning if it doesnât say safe for veggies, donât use it on your veggies. Only your ornamentalâs.
Also, add more water, then more water to
Your compost. Ants are a sign itâs too dry.
Good luck.
Dilution is the solution to pollution.
Keep adding, keep rotating. Some will volatalize, some will degrade, and it will all be diluted.
Never forget this- dilution is the solution to pollution.
Whats the intended goal for your compost? If you’re going to use it for general garden use and not anything edible, it’s fine.
If you’re intending to use the finished compost in a vegetable garden, I might be more hesitant to keep it. I’d do some research to see how long it takes the pesticides to break down in the soil and if its short-term, your probably ok if you dont plan on using it anytime soon.
I just noticed it says safe for vegetable garden usage, so realistically it should be fine.
Let it be they are part of the ecosystem. You can try and move the queen elsewhere.
I mean, I wouldn’t call the soil “organic” anymore from a strict technical standpoint. But sevin dust has been used on vegetable gardens for decades…. soooo…
Would I be angry? A little. Would I feel the need to start over? No.
The longer you can let it breakdown in the compost the better.
I had the same problem with ants. I tried everything to get rid of them. The only thing worked was to isolate them and put sevin dust and diatomaceous earth and combat bait and roach bait paste just in case one doesnât work the other ones will work. We still have leaf cutter ants and I used neem oil first then waited then as a final solution was to use sevin dust. We actually wash the vegetables thoroughly before putting in any things or storing them.
I used to live 20 miles downwind of the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power plant. Should I be worried đ.
Define the problem. What do you think is wrong? Sevin is fairly benign.
Old people don’t understand nature and the roll bugs play in our ecosystem. It’s frustrating
I put that on my cukes and tomatoes. Helps with those hornworms and the worms that drill into cukes. I believe it’s one of the least harmful bug poisons. Seems like I heard it was made from chrysanthemums, but not sure of that.
Itâll be fine just keep it covered to keep bees out
Jis making sure youâll know this:
Q: What are carbarylâs human health effects?
A: Animal testing shows carbaryl caused effects in the reproductive, developmental and
nervous systems, and cancer. Nervous-system effects have been reported in
humans, mainly due to accidental or intentional exposure to high levels of carbaryl.
Effects in the male reproductive system have been seen in workers handling carbaryl
over long periods of time. However, these effects are not expected from the low levels
of carbaryl used when Sevin SLÂź is applied according to instructions on the label.
Carbaryl has not been shown to irritate the eyes or skin.
Under Californiaâs Proposition 65, carbaryl is identified as a chemical that can cause
cancer and reproductive effects. No significant health risks, including the risk of
cancer, are expected given the low levels of exposure when residents follow OEHHAâs
advice to avoid exposure following applications of SevinÂź SL.
It breaks down in time, the die off is just protein for the pile, and fungi dgaf. Water it, mix it, water it, mix it.
Sevin is an insecticide you can apply to edible vegetables a few days before human consumption.
Read the label.
You will be fine. Soak it good with water and turn the pile. Let it sit for a month or two longer so that the poisons nutrelize
Did he stir? If not, just Scoop the top out.
It’s not the end of the world. Insects are good for your compost in general and it kills insects, so that isn’t ideal, but time will help – if you were using it as intended, you’d need to reapply it. Personally, that isn’t something I’d use in my gardening/yard, so I wouldn’t want it in the finished compost until it sat a long time. If you have the space, I’d just start a new pile and give that one extra time. You can look up the half lives of the ingredients and figure out how long until it is basically nothing.
First, you need to get a new Dad…seriously.
You could use it on ornamentals only (that aren’t close to any edible plants/crops you harvest).
How old is the bag? I found a really old bag of that in my barn. A tiny bit down the hole of two Yellowjacket nests at night completely wiped them out within 24 hours. Was blown away with the results. Went to look and see if it was still for sale and the older formula is banned in California. Look at the ingredients to see what got put in there. It will definitely kill all insect life in your compost pile for a good stretch of time.
A compost pile is not worth the risk.
Get rid of it.
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Compost dad
Does it even kill fire ants?