Sprayer Maintenance Steps for Winter

By: Chelsea Dinterman

When it comes to spring spraying, every second counts. An equipment failure when perfect conditions finally align could be detrimental to a pest control plan. Luckily, winter offers a period of downtime between seasons, when farm equipment can be brought into top shape.

“Wintertime is when we finish what we started,” says Fred Whitford, director of Purdue Pesticide Programs. “You’ve used these sprayers, you’ve made money out of them. They’ve protected your crop against weeds, insects, and diseases. Now is the time to give them a little loving care, so that next year they’re ready to roll.”