dbltree
Super Moderator
Many of us use back sprayers for applying herbicide around tree plantings and small clover and other food plots.
I use mine for everything from applying liquid fertilzer to putting out fires in a controlled burn:
There a lot of factors to consider when applying herbicide with a BPS, it's more difficult to control speed and coverage then with a tractor or ATV mounted sprayer.
It can be done and the BPS is an indespensable tool for most landowners with both large and small projects.
I have used my Solo sprayer for so many years that I know pretty well how much I'm putting on but for those that are unsure here are some links to help you calibrate your BPS and general info on using one.
Calibrating a Backpack Sprayer - FAQ
Calibrating a Backpack Sprayer for Chemical Mowing
Calibrating and Using Backpack Sprayers
Calibrating Hand-Held and Backpack Sprayers for Applying Pesticides
I will be applying Oust in my tree plantings as well as Poast to some small clover plots with mine, so calibration will be extremely important.
If anyone has any additional helpful info or questions please post your thoughts.
I use mine for everything from applying liquid fertilzer to putting out fires in a controlled burn:
There a lot of factors to consider when applying herbicide with a BPS, it's more difficult to control speed and coverage then with a tractor or ATV mounted sprayer.
It can be done and the BPS is an indespensable tool for most landowners with both large and small projects.
I have used my Solo sprayer for so many years that I know pretty well how much I'm putting on but for those that are unsure here are some links to help you calibrate your BPS and general info on using one.
Calibrating a Backpack Sprayer - FAQ
Calibrating a Backpack Sprayer for Chemical Mowing
Calibrating and Using Backpack Sprayers
Calibrating Hand-Held and Backpack Sprayers for Applying Pesticides
I will be applying Oust in my tree plantings as well as Poast to some small clover plots with mine, so calibration will be extremely important.
If anyone has any additional helpful info or questions please post your thoughts.