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Most Trail Builder Machines, which are commercially available 

 are equipped with automatic dispensers which place 35-45 baits per 

 tree. Whether baiting by hand or machine, care must be used to 

 keep the trails free of debris and dirt. Pine mice maintain clean 

 well-packed trails and will remove all extra dirt and debris and 

 may remove the bait with it. In areas of high pine mouse concen- 

 trations, a second baiting with zinc phosphide-treated apple cubes 

 may be necessary. 



