Chemical and Process Engineering

Avoiding Pesticides in Agriculture

Pesticides have the potential to pollute lawn, water, and other vegetation. Pesticides can be toxic to a variety of other organisms in addition to insects and weeds, such as birds, fish, beneficial insects, and non-target plants.

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  Buy organic and locally grown fruit and vegetables.


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  Grow your own produce.


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  Use non-toxic methods for controlling insects in the home and garden.


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  Minimize environmental impacts from pesticide use.