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1. Learn How to Identify Termite Problems November 12, 2008 Termites are easily confused with winged ants; consequently, it is important to learn how to distinguish between the two. Termites have numerous different kinds that look quite differently. The worker termite is pale in appearance and looks somewhat like a large albino ant. Soldier termites have wings that are twice the size of their bodies and are typically found after the insect has infected your home. While working in the yard, keep an eye on dead tree stumps and old wood. If you spot termites then you know that they pose an obvious threat. Take a walk around your house and the outside of y... (read more) Author: Anita Koppens

2. An Ounce of Prevention Particularly Valuable with Termite Infestations November 12, 2008 One of the most terrible issues homeowners could ever face is the danger of termite infestation. In truth, subterranean termites are the most plentiful wood-destroying organisms in the U.S., accounting for billions of dollars worth of damage every year. The primary damage happens from the colony feeding on the wood inside your home, but other damage can also occur to trees, your insulation, books, paper, plants and even your swimming pool's filtration system. Luckily, there's happy news, provided you can grab hold of the problem before it gets too serious. It can often take a few years be... (read more) Author: Anita Koppens

3. Dangerous Chemicals Found In Tap Water - Shocking Secrets Uncovered October 21, 2008 What are the kinds of chemicals found in tap water? Could you answer this question? I am sure that most people would say chlorine, as it is common knowledge that chlorine is usually added to tap water to purify it. However, the truth is far from it. You can actually find a number of chemicals in tap water and most of them are very dangerous for your health. Surprised? Read on. The chemicals found in tap water include chlorine, bromine, benzene, perchlorate, prescription drugs, herbicide and pesticide wastes, disinfectant byproducts, and heavy metals. Needless to say, all these contam... (read more) Author: Gordon Hall

4. What it Takes to Get Paid to Drink Coffee October 15, 2008 The following article and other articles that have been written about coffee is what it takes to get paid to drink coffee. Pesticides are chemicals that are sprayed on food to prevent bacteria growth and also infestation from insects and animals. Coffee plants are no exception; many large growers spray their plants on a regular basis with pesticides and chemicals to keep the plants producing throughout the season. While this allows for the growers to produce their beans more efficiently, the chemical and pesticide residue can eventually reach human consumption even after the beans are roasted.... (read more) Author: Robin Rushlo

5. Kothari Petrochemicals - Polybutene Manufacturers India September 25, 2008 Polybutene is a non-drying, sticky polymer which is registered for use as a bird and squirrel repellent. When birds land on treated objects or surfaces, they dislike the unpleasant sticky sensation and usually do not return. Polybutene's sticky quality therefore is the source of the repellent action of pesticide products containing this active ingredient. Polybutene products may be used outdoors or indoors, on buildings or adjacent structures (for example, on girders, beams, ledges, windowsills, gutters, trees, shrubs, and vines) where birds land or roost. Formulations include a gel whic... (read more) Author: Mark White

6. What You Can Do If The House Is Infested With Bugs September 17, 2008 At some time, everyone will have insects in their home, it's very hard to keep your house bug free. And when that happens, you need to call an exterminator to get rid of the pests. There are a lot of types of bugs, which can cause different types of damage. Some are not so bad, while others can be catastrophic. You could try to remove the bugs yourself with a pesticide, but it isn't always to easy. If you don't do the job properly, you won't get rid of all insects. That's when an exterminator comes in handy. When you ask a company to check if your house is infested, they will send someone... (read more) Author: Steve Brench

7. Brazil Pesticide Prices Continue to Decline September 08, 2008 According to a survey, since access to 2008, Brazil pesticide market's prices have been declining. Up to April of this year, various types of pesticides has continued to decline a full 12 months, including herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, miticide and plant growth regulator. Brazil pesticide industry association's spokesman, introducing the relevant circumstances, cited the survey data from the IEA, a pesticide market research agency. The survey of pesticide use Sao Paulo as a example, the amount of used pesticide account for one-fifth of this country. In the investigation of 123 spe... (read more) Author: Angulo Fu

8. Diet Of Worms September 03, 2008 Detox Diet: Pesticide Detox your body can then restore a healthy balance. Our bodies simply cannot cope with the normal day to day ingestion of chemicals. Most these chemicals come from foods as mentioned before but also have a wide variety of other sources. The important thing to remember is that not all things that are good for the body are going to feel nice. Sometimes it has to hurt if it is to heal!. Of course, with the growth rate of population in the environment and the alarming effects of technology in food and water, it is imperative that you start taking detox diets. Each orga... (read more) Author: John Brenner

9. Spraying Pesticide The Safe Way August 30, 2008 If you want to protect your fruit tree from pests during the summer, this is almost impossible to accomplish without the use of pesticides or chemicals. This might scare some people into thinking that the actual fruits will contain traces of the chemicals. If you do things correctly, you can get rid of all the pests and not infect the actual tree. If you're going to be spraying chemicals, you most likely will be using either a handheld pump or a hose-end sprayer. If you're using the pump sprayers, you will be able to more accurately determine the mixing of the chemicals. Unfortunately, y... (read more) Author: Jess Shaw

10. Rising Energy Prices Force Dow Chemical Increases Price 25% August 11, 2008 The largest U.S. chemical products maker Dow Chemical (DOW CHEMICAL CO.) Said, the price of energy and used in the production of STYROFOAM insulation materials, pesticides and plastic products grows up, will force the company in July the highest price increases 25 percent. Dow Chemical said in a statement today, from 1st August, each from the truck cargo surcharge increase 300 U.S. dollars per wagon freight surcharge will increase 600 U.S. dollars. Due to the rising price of the energy and hydrocarbons raw material, the CEO of Dow Chemical Liwei-(ANDREW LIVERIS) increased the prices ... (read more) Author: Angulo Fu

11. How to Have Your Own Organic Garden July 17, 2008 If you want to start a garden where you know you will have healthy vegetables and plants, the best garden to choose is an organic garden. Not only are these gardens healthier and better for the environment, but they are also less expensive because you don't need to buy any kinds of chemicals, pesticide or herbicides. In this type of garden you use nature to your advantage instead of regarding it as the enemy. You don't need to have a large amount of space because even a few feet of space is sufficient for the garden. When choosing the site for your garden, think small. You may have a lot ... (read more) Author: Ling Tong

12. The Danger of Chlorine Bleach May 27, 2008 Do you know that chlorine bleach is in truth a registered pesticide? PESTICIDE! That means a chemical or biological agent intended to prevent, destroy, repel, or mitigate plant or animal life and any substance intended for use as a plant regulator, defoliant, or desiccant, including insecticides, fungicides, rodenticides, herbicides, nematocides, and biocides; “pesticide” does not include a new animal drug, as defined in 21 U.S.C. 321 How many people (maybe even YOU) use it in their homes on a regular basis? With out even knowing what the proper handling procedures are for this dangero... (read more) Author: Theresa Reel

13. Agrochemical Storms Is More Peaceful Now May 24, 2008 Human falls in sick, medicine is needed, the same, when crops are sick, pesticide is needed. In order to prompt the world agrochemical industry communication, the 9TH CHINA INTERNATIONAL AGROCHEMICAL & GROUP PROTECTION EXHIBITION was held in Shanghai on March 12, 2008 to march 14, 2008. Some high toxic pesticides had been prohibiting producing such as Methamidophos, etc. Lots of middle or small agrochemical entrepreneurs had been reducing or prohibiting because of saving energy and reducing pollution policy, but brought the certain business chances for some big agrochemical necessary. I... (read more) Author: lei shu

14. Environmental Impact of Sewage Water Pollution May 09, 2008 Md. Wasim Aktar Pesticide Residue Laboratory, Department of Agricultural Chemicals, Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Mohanpur-741252, Nadia, West Bengal, India INTRODUCTION India faces a turbulent water future. Unless water management practices are changed – and changed soon – India will face a severe water crisis within the next two decades and will have neither the cash to build new infrastructure nor the water needed by its growing economy and rising population. Water is one of the critical inputs for the sustenance of mankind. It is used both terrestrial and aquatic envi... (read more) Author: Md. Wasim Aktar

15. Harmful Effects of Pesticides on Non-target Organisms May 09, 2008 Md. Wasim Aktar Pesticide Residue Laboratory, Department of Agricultural Chemicals, Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Mohanpur-741252, Nadia, West Bengal, India Introduction Pesticides are found as common contaminants in soil, air, and water, and on non-target vegetation in our urban landscapes. Once there, they can harm plants and animals ranging from beneficial soil microorganisms and insects, non-target plants, fish, birds, and other wildlife. Table 1 summarizes the harmful effects to non-target organisms of some commonly used urban herbicides. Table 1 . Harmful ... (read more) Author: Md. Wasim Aktar

16. Agrochemical Storms Is More Peaceful Now May 05, 2008 Human falls in sick, medicine is needed, the same, when crops are sick, pesticide is needed. In order to prompt the world agrochemical industry communication, the 9TH CHINA INTERNATIONAL AGROCHEMICAL & GROUP PROTECTION EXHIBITION was held in Shanghai on March 12, 2008 to march 14, 2008. Some high toxic pesticides had been prohibiting producing such as Methamidophos, etc. Lots of middle or small agrochemical entrepreneurs had been reducing or prohibiting because of saving energy and reducing pollution policy, but brought the certain business chances for some big agrochemical necessary. I... (read more) Author: ji changyin

17. Organically Grown Foods And Your Health April 30, 2008 Growing your own organic food is a good choice. Growing organic foods is better for both the environment and also healthier for our bodies. However, it is not an easy task. It is a standard known fact that the land we use to grow organic produce should be at least three years without pesticides. Health benefits include higher nutrient levels and lower pesticide residue. Also you can be assured that there are no additives, such as, preservatives and food colorings which cause chemical imbalance in the body. The soil, water and air are likewise benefited. During animal feeding trials, ... (read more) Author: Noah Nolt

18. China to Improve Food Safety? April 25, 2008 In recent years, there has been a series of problems in the U.S. concerning sub-standard food and other products from China. Some of them were: • Vegetables containing pesticide residue • Eggs containing industrial dyes • Fish with possible carcinogens • Contaminated raw heparin made from diseased animals (heparin is a blood thinner used during kidney dialysis) Similar incidents happened in other countries also, which import goods from China. Poisoning cases and some deaths have been the result This month, the Chinese government has solicited Chinese public opinion on a newly dra... (read more) Author: Patricia Woloch

19. Paws & Pesticides - A Deadly Combination April 11, 2008 For the sake of your pets and family, please stop using chemical pesticides.Toxic pesticides are considered an active poison. They are extremely dangerous to your health, your pets health and our environment.Every year, thousands of domestic pets and wild life lose their lives to the ravaging effects of pesticide poisoning. Most pet lovers also enjoy gardening and the great outdoors. Little do they know what caustic ingredients are in the pesticides that are being sprayed on lawns and green areas. We take for granted that most herbicides used by gardeners or sold in stores are safe. Many name ... (read more) Author: Dori Schwaiger

20. Stop! Don't Eat That Apple! March 16, 2008 (First in a series of articles about “The Dirty Dozen”, a reference to the twelve most contaminated foods by the Environmental Working Group, a non-profit organization comprised of scientists and engineers.) According to researchers at Iowa State University, that lovely looking apple you are thinking about eating is one of the most pesticide intensive crops grown in the United States. During the growing season, apple growers spray the trees with pesticides multiple times. When the Environmental Working Group tested conventionally grown apples, they discovered as many as 36 pesticides on... (read more) Author: Sandra Powers

21. Beaming health with neem February 28, 2008 Neem is known for its immeasurable medicinal properties and is used as a main ingredient in many home remedies. Commending the medicinal properties of neem, numerous sanskrit names have been coined by our ayurveda acharyas . Few of them are mentioned below. 1. It is known as Nimba as it boosts health 2. It is praised as Pichumarda as it destroys skin diseases. 3. As it is used to ward off evil powers that harm our body , it is known as Arishta Chemical composition of neem: Neem tree has numerous medicinal properties by virtue of its chemical compounds. Seeds of the Neem tre... (read more) Author: Dr.Savitha Suri

22. Southern California Pest Control February 28, 2008 Southern California residents have recently noticed home pests invading their homes; which can be a real problem, not to mention nuisance. Insects and rodents create an unhealthy living environment and this can result in people getting allergies and even succumbing to some diseases.Pests breed when many homeowners fail to properly keep their living environment clean. They can also suddenly crop up due to changes in the environment or when you bring foreign elements into your home, which is already affected by pests, without noticing. If you are faced with a growing infestation of insects and t... (read more) Author: R Jacobsen

23. DECONTAMINATION OF PESTICIDE RESIDUES ON FRUITS AND VEGETABLES February 15, 2008 The effect of household preparation or commercial processing to reduce the pesticide residue levels on raw agricultural commodities (RACs) is significant as they usually decline the residues. These types of processung strudies are intended: To provide information on the transfer of residues from the RAC to the processed products, in order to calculate reduction factor or concentration factors; To enable and more realistic estimate to be made of the dietary intake of pesticide residues; To establish MRLs for residues in processed products where necessary, according to requirements of nationa... (read more) Author: Md. Wasim Aktar

24. IMPACT OF PESTICIDE USE ON INDIAN AGRICULTURE, HUMAN HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT February 15, 2008 INTRODUCTION:- Tremendous benefits have been derived from the use of pesticides in forestry, public health and the domestic sphere - and, of course, in agriculture, a sector upon which the Indian economy is largely dependent. An area of 169 million hectares consists of permanently cropped land. Food grain production, which stood at a mere 50 million tonnes in 1948-49, had increased almost fourfold to 198 million tonnes by the end of 1996-97. This result has been achieved by the use of high-yield varieties of seeds, advanced irrigation technologies and agricultural chemicals1. The term pesti... (read more) Author: Md. Wasim Aktar

25. The Green Valentine February 15, 2008 Flowers, chocolate, jewelry, and many delicate items are perfect for Valentine gifts as we usually know. But there are dark secretes behind these charming gifts. For example, you might purchases a box of chocolate on the shelves still using child labor. Or you might purchase your pesticide-laden bouquet of roses from a local flower store. This year, the Valentine's Day is much more meaningful if you add some thoughts. You can actually purchase organic flowers or chocolate, or you can buy fair trade products as your Valentine's gifts. Here is some useful advice for you to shop your green valent... (read more) Author: chloe w.

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