Alternatives!
National Coalition Against the Misuse Of Pesticides Factsheets Least Toxic Control of Pests in the Home and Garden www.beyondpesticides.org/alternatives/factsheets a very complete list links to individual fact sheets describing the least toxic methods of control.
NCAP's Alternative Resources www.pesticide.org/factsheets.html#alternatives Publications, fact sheets and articles from NCAP (the Northwest Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides)
Integrated pest Management Practitioner www.birc.org/products.pdf The IPM Practitionerıs 2002 Directory of Least Toxic Pest Control Products. More information at www.birc.org Bio-Integral Resource Center, a non-profit in Berkeley, CA.
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Question:
I am having a problem with wasps coming out of the ground, and I'm afraid my grandchildren will be stung. What can I do that's safe?
Answer:
You might be interested in this new product which only has food grade mint oil and carbon dioxide in a spray can that shoots to 15 feet. Of course it's better not to kill insect predators and pollinators but if you feel it must be done, at least you won't be harming pets, grandkids, neighbors and yourself with this product, Victor Wasp and Hornet Spray. So far I haven't seen it locally but it can be purchased at www.saferbrand.com.