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Pesticide Defined
A substance or agent used to kill pests. Comes in many different formulations and types. There are residual, and non-residual (contact) pesticides. Pesticides are also described as insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, nematicides, and rodenticides. depending upon the class of pests they are being used to control.
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Make friends with 'good bugs' in your garden
Published July 4, 2009, 12:29 am, Tulsa World
During a class outing, my second-grade teacher had been endlessly talking about 'good bugs and bad bugs.' The class wasn't paying much attention, however. It was a perfect spring day, and we were far more ...
New Yorkers Brace For Mosquito Onslaught
Published July 3, 2009, 11:36 pm, WCBS-TV New York
In addition to dampening the spirits of New Yorkers, the 10 inches of rain that fell on the city in June have put it at risk for a mosquito-filled rest of the summer. But as pests start to come out in full force, there are many options available to help keep them at bay. Westchester County's commissioner of health Joshua Lipsman thinks the best way to protect against mosquitoes is to prevent ...
Groceries from the Backyard: A Harvest of Savings
Published July 3, 2009, 9:51 am, Carteret County News-Times
(ARA) - The economy is tanking, grocery bills are climbing and food safety scares are on the rise. For the 43 million Americans planning a vegetable garden this year, growing your own is a matter of dollars and sense.
Make your lawn an outdoor oasis
Published July 2, 2009, 11:55 pm, Lexington Clipper-Herald
(ARA) - Economic uncertainty has many families skipping expensive vacations and opting for so-called "staycations" in their own backyards. They're cooking, camping and enjoying outdoor activities right at home, making their lawns the perfect spot for an oasis of fun and relaxation.
Beetles invade area: No music, just bugs
Published July 1, 2009, 7:31 pm, Union City Messenger
The beetles have invaded Obion County. Not the British kind; the Japanese kind. “Not too many years ago, no one knew what Japanese beetles were here in our area,” Obion County University of Tennessee Extension Service office director Tim Smith said.
New faces in MSU IPM Team help
Published July 1, 2009, 5:04 pm, Liberty County Times
BOZEMAN -- Some new faces are helping diagnose Montanan’s plant and insect problems in the Schutter Diagnostic Lab at Montana State University.
Ask Dr. Weil : Growing method doesn't determine nutrition value
Published July 1, 2009, 12:10 am, Arizona Daily Star
Q: I'm thinking about a hydroponic garden. Can you tell me whether the veggies and herbs grown in hydroponic gardens are as nutritious as those grown in the soil?
UGA Extension offers all kinds of services
Published June 30, 2009, 9:04 pm, Macon Telegraph
Due to my health concerns, my doctor has begun to restrict my diet. I have high cholesterol, so I have to cut down on fats, eggs and certain types of meats. I also have kidney stones, which means I need to reduce my intake of beets, some citrus, several types of berries and nuts, black tea and other foods and drinks. After I put the two lists together, it feels like all I can eat is lettuce. ...
AgriLife Extension sets continuing education training in Brownwood
Published June 30, 2009, 10:07 am, Texas A&M AgNews
BROWNWOOD The Texas AgriLife Extension Service will conduct a continuing education workshop from 4 - 9 p.m. July 15 at the Brown County Fairgrounds located in Brownwood on U.S. Hwy 377 South. Five Texas Department of Agriculture continuing education units will be offered: two integrated pest management, two general and one laws and regulations. Program topics will include pesticide laws and ...
GOLDS: Insect-killing pesticides can harm other animals
Published June 30, 2009, 9:59 am, Business Examiner
Insects such as this beautiful swallowtail butterfly as well as pollinators and other beneficial insects can all be harmed by the use of so-called cosmetic pesticides.
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- Homemade Weed Killer Recipes & Tips : TipNut.com
- How To Get Rid Of Fruit Flies : TipNut.com
- Natural Pesticides: Recipes & Tips : TipNut.com
- 12 Vegetables with the Most Pesticides : TreeHugger
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Tue Jun 30
- Greenbook.NET - chemical data delivery solutions: great search engine for pesticide info
- EPA awards $200,000 Brownfields grant to Department of Hawaiian Home Lands: The funding will be used to start clean up work on the Department?s East Kapolei site, clearing an area adjacent to locations planned for development of affordable housing for native Hawaiians.
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