How should herbicide/fertilizer mixtures be stored?

• A. They should be kept separate from both pesticides and fertilizers.
• B. They can be stored with pesticides if space is limited.
• C. They should be stored with fertilizers only.
• D. They can be stored near a well.

Answer: (A)

Storing herbicide/fertilizer mixtures separately from pesticides and fertilizers protects people, equipment, and the environment by preventing chemical interactions and cross-contamination. When different products sit together, incompatible formulations can react, degrade, or release gases, which can change effectiveness and create safety hazards. Labels often require separation and specify storage conditions; mixing products can violate these directions and complicate handling and liability. By keeping mixtures in their own clearly labeled, compatible containers in a segregated area with secondary containment and away from heat, moisture, and water sources like wells, you reduce spills, leaks, and potential contamination of water supplies. In short, herbicide/fertilizer mixtures should be kept apart from both pesticides and fertilizers.