Alternatives to Conventional Pesticides - IFT.org
WEBThe article explains the differences between conventional pesticides and alternative pesticides, including biopesticides, minimum risk pesticides, and organic pesticides.
Biological "Green" Alternatives to Chemical Pesticides
WEBJR – Microbial pesticides and parasitic insects offer an environmentally-friendly alternative with the potential to alleviate huge economic losses to U.S. agriculture and benefit public health.
8 Natural Insecticides That Won't Harm the Earth - Treehugger
WEBJul 15, 2024 · 8 Natural & Homemade Insecticides: Save Your Garden Without Killing the Earth. These natural, DIY formulas are safe yet effective for helping rid your garden of pests. By. Derek Markham. Updated...
Organic Gardening and Alternatives to Pesticides
WEBApr 13, 2022 · In dealing with a pest invasion, there are multiple alternatives to pesticides available to gardeners. Here are four methods that provide gardeners with a broad set of tools. Companion planting: planting certain types of plants will keep some pests away.
Sustainable Alternatives to Pesticides | Western Center for ...
WEBOct 26, 2020 · Biosolarization is an effective alternative to soil fumigation that reduces toxic exposures for agricultural workers and neighboring communities, increases soil health and carbon sequestration, and reduces greenhouse emissions by …
Alternatives to chemical pesticides: Current trends and future ...
WEBJan 1, 2024 · Organic pesticides have now been considered as the best alternatives to chemical pesticides. They are very effective even in small quantities and decompose rapidly, which results in significantly less pollution and exposure.
Moving beyond pesticides: Exploring alternatives for a changing …
WEBSep 1, 2023 · This introductory article to the special issue contributes to ongoing debates on pesticides in agriculture by focusing on their alternatives. Through a literature review, we explore the pluralism of those alternatives and the socio-political processes that support or hinder their expansion.
Biopesticides as a promising alternative to synthetic pesticides: A ...
WEBFeb 16, 2023 · The dangers associated with the use of synthetic pesticides have necessitated the need for alternative use of organic pesticides (biopesticides), which are cheaper, environment friendly, and sustainable.
Alternatives to agrochemicals | Feature | RSC Education
WEBJul 3, 2023 · There is a push to switch to alternative forms of crop protection to boost agricultural production while cutting levels of harmful pesticides. In June 2022, the European Commission adopted proposals for a new Sustainable Use of Pesticides Regulation (SUR) .
Sustainable farming: Can we use less pesticides for more ... - BBC
WEBClever chemistry can help get more pesticide to stay on target, drastically reducing pollution. Meanwhile, some types of indoor agriculture can produce more food in a fraction of the space used...