Pest Insect Control / Worm & Caterpillar

Monterey B.t. (Bacillus thuringiensis) Caterpillar Insecticide

Monterey-B.t-Product-ImageMonterey B.t. Biological Insecticide is a natural bacterium that controls worms and caterpillars on fruits, vegetables, ornamentals and shade trees.  A natural solution proven for decades, B.t. provides non-toxic control of devastating pests that is effective without off-target or environmental damage.

Monterey B.t. Benefits

  • Biological insecticide is natural, effective and non-toxic.
  • Controls worms and caterpillars on fruits, vegetables, ornamentals, and shade trees.
  • No off-target toxicity to bees or other beneficial non-caterpillar (Lepidoptera) species, animals or the environment.
  • Easy-to-mix liquid concentrate.

Pests Controlled By Monterey B.t

Worms and Caterpillars on Fruits, Vegetables, Ornamentals & Shade Trees Including:

  • Gypsy Moths
  • Cabbage Looper
  • Armyworms
  • Hornworms
  • Bagworm
  • Spring & Fall Cankerworm
  • Tent Caterpillar
  • Elm Spanworm
  • Fall Webworm
  • And other Lepidopteran (Moth) Pests

Monterey B.t. Application Instructions

RTU:

  • Apply MONTEREY B.t. RTU when worms or caterpillars are first noticed, then repeat at five (5) to seven (7) day intervals while they are active.
  • Always shake MONTEREY B.t. RTU thoroughly before use.
  • Spray leaf surfaces thoroughly, top and bottom, for complete control.
  • Shake regularly while spraying.
  • Apply more frequently to control heavy infestations.
  • Apply thoroughly to top and bottom of foliage.
  • Reapply after heavy rains.

CONCENTRATE:

Fruits & Vegetables:

  • Mix 2 fluid ounces per 3 gallons of water (4 teaspoons per gallon) for a hand sprayer and apply to all plant foliage to cover an area of 1,000 square feet.
  • Apply at first sign of infestation and repeat at weekly intervals when needed to maintain control of the insect pest.
Shade Trees & Ornamentals:
  • Mix 2 fluid ounces per 3 gallons of water (4 teaspoons per gallon) for a hand sprayer.
  • Apply at first sign of infestation and repeat at weekly intervals when needed to maintain control.
  • Apply to thoroughly cover all foliage surfaces of shade trees and ornamentals.

Monterey B.t. Active Ingredient 

RTU:
Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies kurstaki strain SA-12 solids, spores and Lepidopteran active toxins (At least 6 million viable spores per mg)* ........... 9.83%

CONCENTRATE:
Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies kurstaki strain SA-12 solids, spores and Lepidopteran active toxins (At least 6 million viable spores per mg)* ......... 98.35%

Monterey B.t. Available Sizes

  • 1 Quart Ready-to-Use (As Needed).
  • 1 Quart Concentrate (Covers 16,000 square feet).

Ready-To-Use Info

Label (RTU)
SDS (RTU)
OMRI (RTU)

Concentrate Info

Label (Conc)
SDS (Conc)
OMRI (Conc)

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