Pesticides come in many forms from aerosols to baits to granular products to liquid concentrates. Similarly, the toxicity of pesticides ranges from very low to very toxic. Knowing how to read a pesticide label and select the safest, appropriate product is an essential skill for anyone wishing to control pests.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pesticides & Pest Management
- What is a pesticide?
- What is a pyrethroid insecticide?
- What is a systemic pesticide?
- What is a neonicotinoid?
- Is there a list of green pesticides for Texas schools?
- What is a signal word?
- What is a sticky trap?
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- Understanding Common House and Garden Insecticides (ENT-4002) Your essential guide to understanding your insecticide options, and choosing the safest, most effective product.
- Low impact insect control for everyone (Misc. handout 4/2009) What are low impact insecticides, and why is knowing about them essential for safe and effective pest control?
- Choosing and using an insect repellent (ER-012) Don’t get caught outdoors without a good repellent.
- Using oils as pesticides (E-419) Insecticide oils are among the least expensive and under-appreciated pest management tools for home gardeners. If I had room for only one pesticide spray in my workbench, it would be oil.
- Calibrating sprayers for turfgrass pesticide applications (E-540) It’s not enough to know what product you want to use on your lawn or landscape. It’s important to know how to apply the right amount.
- EPA Consumer Pesticide Information Page provides general information about pesticides and how they can be used safely around the home.
