provided for by state and federal regulation, chemically and biologically based
pesticides are used in pest and vector control throughout the world.
Thus, targeted alterations or control of the natural and man-made environment in
which the pest occurs along with pesticide use in an Integrated Pest Management
program is a reasonable approach for the control of pests and vectors.
The use of any control measure is bound to produce side effects as well as the
particularly desired effects. Therefore, the impact of the side effects must be carefully considered by a knowledgeable authority before commencing a control program. State Health Department, State Cooperative extension programs, the Office of
Pesticide Programs of the US Environmental Protection Agency, US Department of
Agriculture, universities, and consulting firms can provide local guidance to the
selection of suitable control measures.
Of increasing presence in the market, though still a small percentage by comparison, is organic (nonpesticide) production of food and animal commodities that relies
on an IPM methodology without the use of additional chemical pesticide agents.
With greater emphasis on small-scale local and artisanal agriculture and increased
research on unintended human and ecological risks, this market share is expected
to grow.
The environment belongs to everyone and is, hence, the responsibility of everyone to use wisely. A careful and considered use of any pesticides applied in nature is
required to maintain a good stewardship of our local land and water. And, when
applied, as needed, we must ensure that the benefits outweigh any longer-term risks.
Glossary
Chemical pesticide It is a chemical substance used to kill harmful insects, small
animals, wild plants, and other unwanted organisms: The pesticides that farmers
spray on their crops kill pests, but they can also damage people’s health.
Environmental control It is the degree to which individuals, groups, or business
units can modify and adapt features of their physical workplace or living environment to enhance environmental or public health effectiveness.
Pest It is a destructive insect or other animal that attacks crops, food, livestock,
human, etc.
Pollution The presence in or introduction into the environment of a substance or
thing that has harmful or poisonous effects.
Risk It is a situation involving exposure to danger.
Vector It is an organism, typically a biting insect or tick, that transmits a disease or
parasite from one animal or plant to another.
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pesticides are used in pest and vector control throughout the world.
Thus, targeted alterations or control of the natural and man-made environment in
which the pest occurs along with pesticide use in an Integrated Pest Management
program is a reasonable approach for the control of pests and vectors.
The use of any control measure is bound to produce side effects as well as the
particularly desired effects. Therefore, the impact of the side effects must be carefully considered by a knowledgeable authority before commencing a control program. State Health Department, State Cooperative extension programs, the Office of
Pesticide Programs of the US Environmental Protection Agency, US Department of
Agriculture, universities, and consulting firms can provide local guidance to the
selection of suitable control measures.
Of increasing presence in the market, though still a small percentage by comparison, is organic (nonpesticide) production of food and animal commodities that relies
on an IPM methodology without the use of additional chemical pesticide agents.
With greater emphasis on small-scale local and artisanal agriculture and increased
research on unintended human and ecological risks, this market share is expected
to grow.
The environment belongs to everyone and is, hence, the responsibility of everyone to use wisely. A careful and considered use of any pesticides applied in nature is
required to maintain a good stewardship of our local land and water. And, when
applied, as needed, we must ensure that the benefits outweigh any longer-term risks.
Glossary
Chemical pesticide It is a chemical substance used to kill harmful insects, small
animals, wild plants, and other unwanted organisms: The pesticides that farmers
spray on their crops kill pests, but they can also damage people’s health.
Environmental control It is the degree to which individuals, groups, or business
units can modify and adapt features of their physical workplace or living environment to enhance environmental or public health effectiveness.
Pest It is a destructive insect or other animal that attacks crops, food, livestock,
human, etc.
Pollution The presence in or introduction into the environment of a substance or
thing that has harmful or poisonous effects.
Risk It is a situation involving exposure to danger.
Vector It is an organism, typically a biting insect or tick, that transmits a disease or
parasite from one animal or plant to another.
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