1. Consider pesticide toxicity to bees.  Sumithrin (Anvil) is relatively safe.  See the Pesticide Information page on this website.

2. Ground applications are safer than aerial applications.  Drifting is greatly reduced using ground applications.

3. Consider using Ultra Low Volume applications; these are usually safe for bees. Again, refer to the Pesticide Information page of this website for more information about pesticide safety.

4. *Time of Day may be the most important consideration.*
Most bees will be back in their hives after 3:00 p.m. Pesticides should be applied in late afternoon or early evening for best results in reducing bee kill and maximizing most mosquito spray programs.

5. Consider the weather:  There is little bee flight at temperatures of 65 degrees F or below.  There is little bee flight on windy days with sustained wind at 10 mph or gusts of at least 15 mph.  There is little bee flight in rainy conditions.

6. Notify Beekeepers.  Release information through the media and through individual contacts.  Refer to the Contact Us link to obtain a mailing list of beekeepers.