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Volume II, Issue IX THE OGDEN VALLEY NEWS Page 5 1 May 2000 BAIT cont. from Page 4 to four weeks, up to 50% of the grasshoppers which become infected will die from ingestion of NOLO BAIT. Other grasshoppers, while not dying, will be infected, spreading the disease throughout the healthy population. Unlike conventional chemical applications which control only on contact, Nosema locustae will continue to spread in two ways: Infection and self-destruction are aided by grasshoppers’ cannibalistic nature. As uninfected individuals eat their fallen comrades, they too become infected and fall victim to NOLO BAIT. Infected females pass the disease via the egg-laying process, thus exposing future generations of offspring to the effects of Nosema locustae. This infection process suppresses populations, providing long-term benefits to ranchers and farmers. How do I apply NOLO BAIT? For large acreage, NOLO BAIT is supplied ready for aerial or ground application. For smaller, hard-to-get-at areas, NOLO BAIT can be safely applied by hand–no special equipment is required. The objective in applying NOLO BAIT is an optimum coverage of product. At a minimum recommended rate of one pound per acre, approximately 25 flakes per square foot will be visible. Multiple and/or heavier applications may be indicated where grasshopper populations are concentrated. For lawn and garden, hand broadcasting is suitable. Apply the product as thinly as possible. Concentrate on areas where grasshoppers are heaviest. The pest must ingest the treated bran in order for NOLO BAIT to be effective. Any dry flowable applicator will adequately disperse NOLO BAIT. Applicators can be mounted on tractors, pickups, ATVs, or other vehicles if desired. When do I apply NOLO BAIT? As few as eight grasshoppers per square yard is considered economically endangering to rangeland. NOLO BAIT is most effective when applied during the early morning hours in areas where grasshoppers will actively feed. Application is not recommended when daytime temperatures are expected to be below 60 degrees Fahrenheit or during rainy weather. Grasshoppers do not feed actively during cool, cloudy, or rainy weather. During hot, dry periods, grasshoppers can consume all of the wheat bran flakes in as little as four hours. Application during the morning hours usually allows adequate time for NOLO BAIT to be consumed before potential afternoon thunderstorms. Early application of NOLO BAIT to grasshoppers that are a quarter to one-half inch long in grasshopper hatching areas is most desirable, before the pest can move over a larger area of terrain. Sandy soil and southfacing slopes will attract heavier concentrations of egg-laying females. This makes for a prime hatching bed. Also, roadside rights-of-way, fence lines, and drainage areas that remain green as rangeland browns out can also be prime hatching areas NOLO BAIT can be purchased at the South Fork Garden Center in Huntsville. Shelf life for NOLO BAIT is approximately 13 weeks when stored in cool dry areas. For more information, you may talk with Doug or Susie Spainhower at the South Fork Garden Center. Store hours are 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday, Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Note: Information for this article was reprinted courtesy of M&R Durango, Inc., Bayfield, Colorado, [phone]. NOLO BAIT is a registered trademark. Subscriptions available for out of area residents at $15.00 annually. Send payment with mailing address to: The OGDEN VALLEY NEWS PO BOX 130 EDEN UT 84310 Spring “Peddler’sWares” Ways to Diversify Your Stock Portfolio Contributed By Jennifer Housley Financial Advisor, Morgan Stanley Dean Witter, Salt Lake City, 800-733-9036 ext. 1980 Diversification is an investment strategy that helps you avoid putting all your eggs in one basket. When you allocate your investment dollars among many investments, you potentially reduce the risk of a single investment and help to optimize your overall return given your risk tolerance. There are a number of ways you can diversify when deciding which stocks are best suited for you. Consider the following possibilities. Diversify Among Industry Sectors A sector is an area of the economy composed of industries that have certain characteristics in common. All industries in a given sector typically tend to react similarly to trends in the overall economy. In general, you should include stocks from a number of sectors, but dedicate a greater dollar amount to the sectors that are currently in favor. Diversify By Risk Level There are many categories of stocks with different degrees of volatility. A well-diversified portfolio may include stocks from a number of risk levels, since lower-risk stocks are likely to offer greater portfolio stability and higher-risk stocks tend to provide higher potential rewards. As you near retirement age, you may wish to adjust your portfolio to reduce risk. Of course, your risk tolerance will vary with your individual situation. Diversify Globally Foreign stock markets provide an extra degree of diversification, which has been shown to reduce portfolio volatility and enhance returns over time. Keep in mind that past performance does not guarantee future results, and overseas investments are subject to certain risks beyond those applying to domestic investments, such as political, economic and currency exchange risks. In the end, the specific way you choose to diversify your portfolio will depend upon your individual investment objectives and risk tolerance. Your financial advisor can help you determine which methods are best for your own individual financial situation. This article is published for general informational purposes and is not an offer or solicitation to sell or buy any securities or commodities. Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your circumstances and objectives. Red Canyon Free Trappers Charity Rendevous 2000 May 5th, 6th & 7th at The Red Rock Cafe EVERYBODY WELCOME! Come join the fun and help us support Primary Children’s Hospital -Hawk & Knife Throw -Primitive Dress Contest -Black Powder Shoots -Primitive Camp Contest -Dutch Oven Cook-Off -Door Prizes -Kids Games & Much More May 6, 2000 Mark spots April 30, 2000 and set up May 3 - 5, 2000. NO vehicles allowed in camp after 8:00 p.m., May 5th. Events start at 9:00 a.m., Saturday, May 6th. Tootall Coffee Pot Kelly Seguin John Vine [phone] [phone] email: [e-mail] from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 1315 N. Hwy 158, Eden, UT [phone] All Proceeds Go To PRIMARY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL at the Snowberry Inn. Featuring Local artisan’s works for unique Mother’s Day gifts!