Questions related to the use of pesticides can be complicated. For example, wondering if a termite treatment might affect plants in a nearby garden. While we often aren't able to provide definite answers, there are several resources that have information to help you make decisions for your particular situation.
- UC's Hiring a Pest Control Company Pest Note. This includes information about how to hire a pest control company and what to expect from companies registered to provide those services.
- UC's Applying Pesticides Around Edible Edible Gardens has information about what to expect from pest control companies working around residential gardens..
- The National Pesticide Information Center: NPIC provides objective, science-based information about pesticides and pesticide-related topics to enable people to make informed decisions about pesticides and their use. NPIC is a cooperative agreement between Oregon State University and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The home page has a search field you can use to search for details about pesticides.
- UC IPM Active Ingredient Database: includes information about the potential hazards for a wide range of pesticides.
- Omri.org: The OMRI Listed® Seal assures the suitability of products for certified organic production when according to directions.