• Risk of Infant Leukemia Associated with Mother’s Pesticide Exposure

    Updated: 2013-01-31 04:01:00
    (Beyond Pesticides, January 31, 2012) A new study finds that a mother’s exposure to pesticides before, during and after pregnancy may increase the risk of infant leukemia diagnosed before the age of two. Researchers in Brazil found that children are twice as likely to develop the rare cancers if their mothers were exposed three months [...]

  • Drought Affecting Food Prices In 2013

    Updated: 2013-01-30 21:28:51
    From USDA, Jan. 30, “A USDA economist says the persistent drought in the Midwest will lead to higher than normal food price inflation for the rest of the year.” -kg

  • EU Report: Precautionary Approach Beneficial to Avoid Environmental Disasters

    Updated: 2013-01-30 05:27:17
    (Beyond Pesticides, January 30, 2013) A new report, “Late lessons from early warnings: science, precaution, innovation,” from the European Environment Agency (EEA) concludes that concerns raised by the scientific community on bee death, genetically engineered (GE) food, and nanotechnology support the need for a precautionary approach to public policy. Significantly, the report concludes that the [...]

  • Triclosan and Its Toxic Breakdown Products Found Polluting Freshwater Lakes

    Updated: 2013-01-29 04:01:33
    (Beyond Pesticides, January 29, 2013) A new study has discovered the anti-bacterial chemical triclosan and several of its toxic derivatives in sediment samples taken from freshwater lakes. Research published in the journal Environmental Science and Technology reveals the chemical to be present in increasing concentrations since it was first invented in the 1960’s. The results [...]

  • Scientists Propose Geo-engineering as a Possible Response to Climate Change

    Updated: 2013-01-28 13:22:05
    Scientists are brainstorming all sorts of ideas to combat global warming. Among these ideas is geo-engineering, a hotly debated and controversial topic in which the environment is manipulated to great extremes to quell the effects of climate change. Rather than […]The post Scientists Propose Geo-engineering as a Possible Response to Climate Change appeared first on Natural Health & Organic Living Blog : NaturalBuy.com.

  • Common Agricultural Pesticides Threatens Frog Populations

    Updated: 2013-01-28 04:01:41
    (Beyond Pesticides, January 28, 2013) Research published Thursday indicates that pesticides widely used on farms are highly toxic to frogs. Researcher Carsten Brühl, Ph.D., at the University of Koblenz-Landau in Germany called the results “alarming” with the potential for “large-scale effects” on amphibians. Two chemicals commonly used in orchards and on grains demonstrated a 100% [...]

  • Corn Rootworm Resistance to Toxins in GE Crops, Says EPA

    Updated: 2013-01-25 04:01:55
    (Beyond Pesticides, January 25, 2013) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has concluded that corn rootworm is now resistant to genetically engineered corn infused with a toxin derived from Bacillus thuringiensis, or Bt, in certain parts of the Corn Belt, casting doubt on the future viability of GE corn. The conclusion of the Insect Resistance Management [...]

  • Funds from Atrazine Class Action Lawsuit Distributed

    Updated: 2013-01-24 04:01:06
    (Beyond Pesticides, January 24, 2013) Checks are now being sent to 1,085 community water systems across the U.S. in the final phase of a $105 million settlement with Syngenta, the largest manufacturer of the toxic weed killer atrazine. The class action settlement, City of Greenville v. Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc., Case No.: 3:10-cv-00188-JPG-PMF, stems from [...]

  • Toxic Contamination Remains Widespread In the Chesapeake Bay

    Updated: 2013-01-23 04:01:10
    (Beyond Pesticides, January 23, 2013) A new federal report finds toxic contamination remains widespread in the Chesapeake Bay, with severe impacts in some places, which health and environmental advocates say lends support to their push in Maryland for legislative action on pesticides and other hazardous chemicals. In spite of some cleanup, the health of the [...]

  • EPA Challenged Over Conditional Registration of Nanosilver Product

    Updated: 2013-01-22 04:01:15
    (Beyond Pesticides, January 22, 2013) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently faced tough questioning from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit over its decision to conditionally approve a pesticide product containing nanosilver as the active ingredient. The antimicrobial pesticide product, HeiQ AGS-20, contains microscopic particles of silver and has been applied [...]

  • How to Get Rid of Mice by Using Mouse Bait

    Updated: 2013-01-21 05:13:28
    There is no cuter pest than a mouse. Unfortunately its cuteness is outweighed by how problematic they can be. Mice can eat through wires, wood and cardboard, they leave feces that can produce diseases, they reproduce quickly, they are smarter than your average pest and they are highly adaptable to their surroundings. This makes for a very frustrating extermination process. One of the most successful ways to get rid of mice is by using mouse bait.

  • Creating a Web of Protection Around Your Home with Spider Pest Control

    Updated: 2013-01-19 00:43:39
    Long legs and widows and recluse, OH MY! Spiders are one of the most feared species in the animal kingdom. They are not all bad, though; in fact many of them are beneficial, but regardless no one wants them living and nesting in their home. Especially when you have children or pets present, you want to make sure that you get rid of your spider problem. There are many spider pest control solutions that claim to work, however, ePest Solutions supplies our customers with top of the line, professional quality products that have been carefully tested.

  • Acclaimed Scientists and Activists to Convene at 31st National Pesticide Forum

    Updated: 2013-01-18 04:01:55
    (Beyond Pesticides, January 18, 2013) Joining the list of speakers at Beyond Pesticides’ 31st National Pesticide Forum are Tyrone Hayes, Ph.D., the biologist best known for his research on the effects of atrazine on frogs, and Isaac N. Pessah, Ph.D., the Chair of the Department of Molecular Biosciences at the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary [...]

  • Photo From Today’s Los Angeles Times- French Farmers and Regulations

    Updated: 2013-01-17 16:09:50
    This photo was included on page A-2 of today’s Los Angeles Times- the caption states that, “[French] Farmers use tractors to create a partial blockade of the city as part of a nationwide demonstration against new environmental regulations.”

  • Video Clip: Agriculture Sec. Vilsack Calls On Congress To Pass Farm Bill

    Updated: 2013-01-17 15:54:47
    From USDA, Jan. 17- “Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told the American Farm Bureau Federation’s annual meeting that Congress must act soon and pass a Farm Bill.” -kg

  • Fly Control to Major Tom, Your Flies are Dead, There’s Nothing Wrong

    Updated: 2013-01-17 13:43:42
    Getting rid of flies can be annoying and sometimes difficult. There are more than 120,000 different species in the world and although most of them live only about 3 weeks, they are consistently reproducing. Each female fly lays about 500 eggs in her lifetime and those eggs become larvae within about a day and then in less than a week they are fully grown and ready to mate. Most of the time flies populate in areas where they can find rotten natural materials or feces. In those areas fly control is especially important.

  • Coca-Cola Joins Fight Against Obesity Epidemic

    Updated: 2013-01-17 09:48:22
    The estimate that two-thirds of Americans are obese is a statistic that doesn’t even need to be repeated anymore because it has been echoed over and over. In fact, the problem has become such a large epidemic that even Coca-Cola […]The post Coca-Cola Joins Fight Against Obesity Epidemic appeared first on Natural Health & Organic Living Blog : NaturalBuy.com.

  • Groups Say It’s Time to Ban Bee-Killing Pesticide as European Authority Finds Danger Unacceptable

    Updated: 2013-01-17 04:01:41
    (Beyond Pesticides, January 17, 2013) The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) yesterday presented its report which finds that the neonicotinoid class of insecticides poses unacceptable hazards to bees. The report concludes that certain crops treated with neonicotinoid chemicals -imidacloprid, clothianidin and thiamethoxam- are of “critical concern” for bee health. Beekeepers and environmental activists welcome these [...]

  • Federal Reserve Beige Book: Observations on the Ag Economy

    Updated: 2013-01-16 19:44:25
    Today the Federal Reserve Board released its Summary of Commentary on Current Economic Conditions.  Commonly referred to as the “Beige Book,” the report included the following observations with respect to the U.S. agricultural economy: * Fifth District- Richmond-  “Agricultural conditions remained favorable…December was relatively mild across most of the District, with warmer than normal temperatures [...]

  • How to Use Fly Traps

    Updated: 2013-01-15 09:13:28
    Flies, unfortunately, are a part of everybody’s lives, some more than others. In some parts of the world and in different fields, flies and maggots can be very useful. In Japan, they are used for pollination; they can be helpful in the medical field to clean out wounds; and they are a great source of food for reptiles, birds and other small animals.

  • Tips on How to Get Rid of Fleas Part II: Flea Spray

    Updated: 2013-01-13 04:43:29
    One of the most common methods to get rid of fleas is flea spray, because it is effective and easy to use. It can also be used alone or in conjunction with other flea control methods.

  • Tips on How to Get Rid of Fleas Part I

    Updated: 2013-01-11 05:27:18
    Fleas are a very misunderstood creature. Most people think that they only reside on house pets, farm animals or people who don’t take care of themselves. This is false; although they prefer to live on animals, fleas are not picky as to whom they munch on. They feast on the blood of warm-blooded mammals and can be picked up many different places. Once you have fleas it is obviously very important to get rid of fleas, but because a lot of people don’t know much about them, it can be very scary and difficult.

  • Bed Bug Treatments With Bedlam Plus

    Updated: 2013-01-09 21:47:21
    Bed Bug Treatments with Bedlam Plus Aerosol Target pests: Bed bugs and bed bug eggs, ticks and fleas, dust mites, clothes moths and carpet beetles For use in: Indoors where bed bugs and other labeled insects hide. Kills Bed Bugs where they hide, New and Improved Bedlam

  • How to Kill Ants Successfully without an Exterminator

    Updated: 2013-01-09 05:36:29
    Ants are one of the biggest nuisances in the pest world. You can get them easily and it is hard to get rid of them. Also, because of their size the can fit through or into almost anything. Imagine opening up your pantry to an ant infestation. Unfortunately, that’s not an uncommon thing; it’s normally dark and there are plenty of snacks to go around. When your home is affected by ants you want to get rid of them as quickly as possible without too much hassle. ePest Solutions can help! Along with our top of the line, professional products, we offer many different tools to teach you how to kill ants once and for all.

  • Prince Charles Becomes an Activist for the Environment

    Updated: 2013-01-08 10:05:40
    Many celebrities tend to be very vocal about their beliefs and use their stardom to try to make a difference. When it comes to protecting the environment, some of the biggest activists include Al Gore and Leonardo DiCaprio. You can […]The post Prince Charles Becomes an Activist for the Environment appeared first on Natural Health & Organic Living Blog : NaturalBuy.com.

  • Solving the Mystery of the Phantom Insecticide

    Updated: 2013-01-07 02:21:44
    There are many ways to get rid of pests, including insecticides, deterrents, traps, growth regulators, sprays, gels, etc. What you use depends on many different factors, including what pest you want to eliminate, the area in which they are congregating, and how you want to go about getting rid of them. ePest Solutions has many different products for a variety of issues, but one of our best products is the phantom insecticide.

  • Eradicate your Ant Problem with Professional Grade Ant Bait

    Updated: 2013-01-05 02:48:10
    When your home is affected by ants it can be very difficult to get rid of them; many people have ongoing problems with ants. This can get very frustrating and can cost you a lot of time and money. Up until recently people have had to rely on “over the counter” products or on exterminators to help them with their pest issues; however, with ePest Solutions we offer you professional grade, do it yourself products that can help you get rid of ants and many other pests. We offer a large variety of ant control products, one of the most common being ant bait.

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