Latest Pesticides Articles
Chemical Disposal
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Chemical dosposal becomes a problem when we discover a gallon of toxic bug spray hidden deep in a corner of a garage. Learn the proper way to handle pesticide products to prevent pesticide pollution.
Neem Seed Oil
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The neem oil seed has many uses and is considered a cure for many ills by Southeast Asians and the populations of India.
Pesticide Use
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Pesticide use is coming under more scrutiny everyday. Pesticide misuse will eventually kill the golden goose and living with insects may become a reality. Learn about the proper use of this important tool.
Do It Yourself Pest Control
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Do it yourself pest control. Sounds easy. Buy a few cans of insecticide off the shelf at the hardware store and you're in business. Wrong! Where to treat? What to treat, How to treat? When to treat? All questions that need to be answered before you plunk down the first nickel for a can of Raid.
Organic Pesticides
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Pesticides are necessary evils. No one wants to ruin the environment, but there is no point in trying to plant a garden if you're going to let the bugs take over. So, you have to get rid of the pesky bugs in the garden somehow. Organic pesticides are quickly becoming a popular option and there are many possibilities for those who want to go organic.
Bed Bug Sprays
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With bed bug populations raging, the race to market bed bug treatment products is at a fevered pitch. Find out what products are the professionals using and what products are available to the general public.
Dormant Oil
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Dormant oils, also known as horticultural oils, are mineral-based oils used on woody plants during the dormant season to control unwanted pests. They are considered to be one of the safest methods of control, plus dormant oils mix well with other pest control products to extend their effectiveness.
Bioremediation
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Toxic waste can cause great devastation to the environment. If toxins seep into soil or water, they can be transmitted to fresh water that people use in their everyday lives. This can lead to many health problems down the road. Bioremediation is a process that naturally cleans up toxic chemicals that have been spilled or dumped.
Pesticide Poisoning
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Pesticides should be stored safely out of the reach of children and used exactly according to label specifications. Pesticide poisoning usually requires immediate medical attention.
Termite Barrier
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Liquid termite barrier treatments work great, but what happens if the soil is too wet to accept the chemical? Know the label rules so you can be sure you are getting what you paid for.
Maxforce
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Maxforce cockroach baits are a common tool used by pest management industry professionals, but it was not allows so. In fact, Maxforce was largely ignored with the product was first introduced in 1988.
Pest Control Chemicals
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There are numerous types of pest control chemicals sold. Some do a better job than others, but the trick to effective pesticide applications is to identify your target pest and make sure it is listed on the label of the product you are buying.
Bug Bomb
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When all else fails, set off a bug bomb to cure what's ailing you. At least, that appears to me what desperate people do when they have pest problems. But, bug bombs often make the problem worse.
What Is Bleach
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Bleach is a pesticide, but not an insecticide, so stop pouring it down drains in an attempt to kill flies. It is a waste of money and a dangerous practice. There are much simpler and safer methods of treating for drain pests.
Cooperative Extension Service
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Insect identification is the single most important step in any integrated pest management program. You simply cannot succeed unless you know exactly what you are trying to control. You local Cooperative Extension Service can put you on the right track.
Bee Repellent
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One can never get enough of a good thing. When it comes to bee repellent products, my cup overrunneth. I would almost swear a new bee repellent hits the market everyday.
Water Well Contamination
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When treating the soil for termites you must make considerations if water wells are nearby. Termiticides are not supposed to move (translocate), but water well contamination is a distinct possibility.
PPE
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When working with hazardous chemicals it is required to use the PPE (personal protection equipment) listed on the label. Use of PPE protects your health and it is mandated by the law.
Sterile Insect Technique
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Sterile insect techniques introduces millions of sterile male insects into an environment to reduce the reproductive rate of harmful insects. It has been an effective method to eradicate the Screw fly in several parts of the world.
Neem Oil
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Neem oil is derived from the Azadirachta Indica, or Neem tree, which grows throughout Southeastern Asia. The neem tree is renowned for its medical benefits, and the insecticidal properties of its extract.
Pesticide Resistance
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Insects with super fast genetic mutations sounds like the stuff of science fiction, but insects are very adaptable to external pressures and can develop pesticide resistance in just a few generations. Ironically, the more effective a pesticide, the more quickly a pest will develop resistance to it.
Chemical Storage
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Pesticide chemical storage requires a cool, dry area out of the reach of children and pets. The following chemical storage guidelines provide good, sound safety precautions to abide by.
Pesticide Pollution
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As with all hazardous waste products, special care should be taken when disposing of pesticides. Find out some helpful hints about how to dispose of pesticides without creating pesticide pollution.
Pesticide Information
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According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a pesticide is a substance used to destroy pests. This pesticide information will tell you what you need to know in order to achieve the best results.
Boric Acid
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It's the all-purpose insecticide that does it all. Boric acid is used to kill ants, spiders, cockroaches, wood boring beetles, and fleas. Boric acid can stop and repair wood rot, too.
Organic Cockroach Control
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When it comes to cockroach control most people will scream “No mercy!” The problem is that some roach pesticides will poison you too! Here are a few non-toxic solutions to get rid of cockroaches.
Pyrethrin
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Pyrethrin is a natural organic compound that is contained in the seed cases of African Chrysanthemums. Pyrethrum is grown commercially to produce Pyrethrin for use in insecticides.
Drione Dust
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Drione dust is a desiccant insecticide that works by drying out the shell, or exoskeleton, of an insect. Drione dust is used to treat cockroaches, ants, ticks and many other common insect pests.
All Natural Pest Control
All natural pest control is achievable for those people who don't like ants crawling across counter tops, but don't want to use pesticides. A spoonful of cinnamon will make the ants go away.
Carpenter Ant Bait
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There are many types of carpenter ant baits on the market such as Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait and Advance Carpenter Ant Bait. Proper placement and timing is key to successful ant control.
Fogger
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Bug bombs or foggers have been in use for years, but the pesticide in these bombs won't find its way into all the cracks and crevices where insects hide. As soon as the fog settles the hiding insects are free to roam again.
Chemical Stains
It's best to call the product manufacturer to ask about potential stains caused by their brand. No one can give you guidance like the source.
Insect Foggers
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insect fogger will kill many insects on contact, but it won't penetrate down through piles of clothing, books, papers or magazines. Hiding insects may very well escape the treatment and remain unaffected. The insect fogger does not contain a residual insecticide and leaves no chemicals to kill insects after the fog is gone.
Pesticides
Professional Pest control companies use a variety of pesticides similar to those that are available at any grocery or hardware store. A professional exterminator simply knows how to use pesticides more effectively.
