Tank Mixing Acelepryn, Barricade and HydroForce Rapid: Why It Works

One of the biggest challenges in turf management is finding ways to improve efficiency while reducing application time and operating costs.

Early-season planning provides an opportunity to tackle two of the most common threats to turf performance before they become costly problems. By combining insect and pre-emergent weed control in a single application, turf managers can streamline their operations while setting up healthier turf for the months ahead.

One approach that continues to gain attention is the tank mix combination of Acelepryn®, Barricade® and HydroForce Rapid®. Here’s why this combination has become a trusted option for many turf professionals.

The Tank Mix Combination Trusted by Turf Professionals

Achieving dependable, season-long control of both insect pests and weeds is a key priority across all areas of turf management. Whether maintaining commercial landscapes, recreational areas, or intensively managed turf surfaces, efficiency and consistency are critical.

Combining Acelepryn insecticide and Barricade herbicide in a single application provides a practical, proven approach to managing these challenges. When paired with a penetrating soil surfactant like Hydroforce Rapid, turf managers can further optimise how these products move and perform within the soil profile.

Why Tank Mix Acelepryn and Barricade?

A tank mix of these two products allows turf professionals to address both insect pressure and weed emergence in a single pass.

• Acelepryn (chlorantraniliprole) delivers long-lasting control of key turf pests, including various grub and caterpillar species.
• Barricade (prodiamine) provides pre-emergent control of many annual grass and broadleaf weeds.

Key advantages:

• Operational efficiency: reduce time and labour with one application
• Improved consistency: fewer variables compared to separate treatments
• Reduced surface disruption minimises traffic over turf areas
• Long-term protection: early-season application helps prevent issues before they develop

Applying this combination at the appropriate time) typically ahead of peak pest activity and before weed germination) sets up a strong foundation for turf health throughout the season.

The Importance of Soil Placement

For optimal performance, both products rely on effective placement in the soil:

• Acelepryn needs to move into the rootzone where insect larvae are active.
• Barricade works best when positioned in the upper soil layer, forming a barrier that inhibits weed seed germination.

Achieving this balance can be difficult in challenging conditions such as:

• Water-repellent or hydrophobic soils
• Compaction
• Uneven irrigation or moisture distribution

Enhancing Performance with Hydroforce Rapid

Incorporating Hydroforce Rapid, a penetrating soil surfactant, can significantly improve how water, and the products it carries, move through the soil profile.

Benefits of including Hydroforce Rapid:

• Improved infiltration: assists water movement into hydrophobic soils
• More uniform distribution helps deliver Acelepryn into the rootzone
• Enhanced herbicide positioning supports even placement of Barricade
• Greater consistency: particularly beneficial under variable soil conditions

By improving water movement, Hydroforce Rapid helps ensure both active ingredients reach their intended zones, increasing the reliability of the application.

Application Considerations

To maximise performance from this tank mix:

Timing

• Apply prior to peak insect activity and before weed germination
• Monitor soil temperatures and seasonal conditions

Application Rates

Water & Irrigation

• Use appropriate spray volumes for even coverage (minimum of 400L / Ha)
• Irrigate following application to activate products and move them into position with 6mm of irrigation.

Mixing Order

A general mixing sequence:

1. Fill spray tank with 2/3 of the total amount of water
2. Begin agitation
3. Add Barricade
4. Add Acelepryn
5. Add Hydroforce Rapid
6. Add remain water to make up total spray volume
7. Maintain agitation throughout application

A Practical, Integrated Approach

The combination of Acelepryn & Barricade, supported by Hydroforce Rapid, offers a streamlined solution for managing two major turf challenges at once. This approach supports:

• Efficient resource use
• Improved treatment outcomes
• Consistent turf performance across a wide range of conditions

Disclaimer

Every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information provided in this article at the time of writing. However, conditions can vary depending on location, soil type, turf species, and management practices. Results may differ accordingly.

Always conduct a jar test before tank mixing products to ensure compatibility. Follow all product label directions and seek professional advice where required. The user assumes responsibility for ensuring products are used in accordance with relevant regulations and label recommendations.