Just to remind ourselves. and many others are natural and organic.
We are learning as we go.. cyanide, arsenic, risen, are tough for sure and will most likely kill bees and ladybugs.
The active ingredient in this product that Mr Van used is is Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies kurstaki strain SA-12 (Btk).
I would not be nearly so concerned with Mr Vans product used. As I said we learn as we go so if I error please correct me.
According to Wikipedia,
Bacillus thuringiensis serotype kurstaki (Btk) is a group of bacteria used as biological control agents against lepidopterans. Btk, along with other B. thuringiensis products, is one of the most widely used biological pesticides due to its high specificity; it is effective against lepidopterans, and it has little to no effect on nontarget species. During sporulation, Btk produces a crystal protein that is lethal to lepidopteran larvae.[1] Once ingested by the insect, the dissolution of the crystal allows the protoxin to be released. The toxin is then activated by the insect gut juice, and it begins to break down the gut.[2]
Friends, I have work to do so I had better stop for now and earn my keep!! I don't want to put myself in a position that I have to call myself into the office and reprimand myself!!
TTYL
Phillip