An applicator’s sprayer with a 30-gallon tank can cover 1.25 acres. If the pesticide is applied at a label rate of 1.5 pounds per acre, how much pesticide will be needed?

To determine how much pesticide will be needed, you begin by calculating the total amount of pesticide required for the entire area of 1.25 acres at the label rate of 1.5 pounds per acre.

The appropriate calculation involves multiplying the area in acres (1.25 acres) by the label rate (1.5 pounds per acre):

1.25 acres × 1.5 pounds per acre = 1.875 pounds of pesticide.

This result indicates that to effectively cover the 1.25 acres, an applicator will need a total of 1.875 pounds of pesticide to apply it at the specified rate. Understanding how to utilize these calculations is crucial for applicators to ensure they use the correct quantity of pesticide, as applying too much can lead to environmental harm, regulatory issues, and wasted resources. This careful measurement underscores the importance of adhering to label rates for effective and responsible pest management.