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2024 Pest Management Guide - Home Grounds and Animals Jan 19, 2024 456-018 (ENTO-567P)
An Introduction to Integrated Pest Management Apr 2, 2020 ENTO-365NP
Pesticide Storage & Disposal – A Quick Guide for Home Use Jun 24, 2020 ENTO-385NP
Myth-busting Integrated Pest Management for Extension Master Gardeners Jul 14, 2020 ENTO-388NP
Reading Pesticide Product Labels Jan 7, 2021 ENTO-390NP
Pesticide Drift Series: Using Buffers to Reduce the Impact of Spray Drift Jun 22, 2021 ENTO-454NP
Pesticide Spills: Prevention and Management Oct 4, 2022 ENTO-518NP
Selecting Pesticide Products Oct 6, 2022 ENTO-520NP
Selecting a Pest Control Company May 19, 2023 ENTO-558NP
Myth-busting Homemade Pesticides
Internet websites and social media platforms often contain information that misguide the public in using homemade pesticides. The use of homemade pesticides is concerning for several reasons. Homemade pesticides do not have directions for safe handling and application, instructions on how to protect people, pets, plants, and the environment, and are often ineffective. This publication will explain what homemade pesticides are and how they differ from registered pesticides. It will also debunk several common myths about homemade pesticides.
Aug 17, 2023 ENTO-570NP