Use of dinotefuran and imidacloprid to control SLF near run
Hi - about 8 feet away from the edge of my run is a mature tree (maple or oak, I can't remember) that has been chosen by a pack of spotted lantern flies. I have taken immediate steps to tape the tree and spray the clutch of nymphs and winged flies that were on it, but I might have to treat with dinotefuran or imidacloprid.
My plan would be to treat the tree on the side away from the run and hope that that is enough buffer to keep the pesticides away from the chickens. I understand that chickens are very susceptible to neoniconoids. My chickens do not leave their run--we are in an urban environment with lots of predators and they don't really get the idea of staying in the backyard yet.
Does anyone else have experience with this?
Posted Jul 4, 2026, 6:34 PM UTC