Comments on: Tackling the Toxic Problem of Pesticides http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/ News & commentary on sustainability, activism, urban planning, politics, and our world. Wed, 23 May 2012 04:53:33 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 By: Pesticides Linked With Childhood Leukemia http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/comment-page-1/#comment-44288 Pesticides Linked With Childhood Leukemia Tue, 15 Dec 2009 05:03:59 +0000 http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/#comment-44288 [...] subscribe to the RSS feed for updates on this topic. Like we needed one more reason to keep nasty pesticides away from our homes and children. They’re linked to respiratory problems and asthma. And a recent [...] [...] subscribe to the RSS feed for updates on this topic. Like we needed one more reason to keep nasty pesticides away from our homes and children. They’re linked to respiratory problems and asthma. And a recent [...]

]]> By: Stacey http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/comment-page-1/#comment-37290 Stacey Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:49:46 +0000 http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/#comment-37290 Thanks for the information! You never know what chemicals are involved in all of these pesticides. Thanks for the information! You never know what chemicals are involved in all of these pesticides.

]]> By: Raising an Ethical Issue in the Farming Technology Debate : Sustainablog http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/comment-page-1/#comment-29757 Raising an Ethical Issue in the Farming Technology Debate : Sustainablog Wed, 02 Sep 2009 17:43:05 +0000 http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/#comment-29757 [...] farming is less so than pre-modern farming because of innovations like integrated pest management (IPM), “precision farming” and no-till farming.  It is steadily getting better on a per [...] [...] farming is less so than pre-modern farming because of innovations like integrated pest management (IPM), “precision farming” and no-till farming.  It is steadily getting better on a per [...]

]]> By: Pesticides Are Problematic for Older Kids, Too : Eco Child’s Play http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/comment-page-1/#comment-25414 Pesticides Are Problematic for Older Kids, Too : Eco Child’s Play Wed, 22 Jul 2009 13:59:38 +0000 http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/#comment-25414 [...] The kids are lacking a particular enzyme until they reach that birthday, one called paraoxonase. Adults have this enzyme, but the kiddos don’t. And this is crucial to help the body neutralize and eliminate specific pesticides. [...] [...] The kids are lacking a particular enzyme until they reach that birthday, one called paraoxonase. Adults have this enzyme, but the kiddos don’t. And this is crucial to help the body neutralize and eliminate specific pesticides. [...]

]]> By: nandini http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/comment-page-1/#comment-24468 nandini Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:41:12 +0000 http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/#comment-24468 i am doing a project for be computer engg, my topic is pc based control of weeds and pests using pesticides and weedicides.. so i wanted all related details and sponsership if possible i am doing a project for be computer engg,
my topic is pc based control of weeds and pests using pesticides and weedicides..
so i wanted all related details and sponsership if possible

]]> By: pestigator http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/comment-page-1/#comment-10008 pestigator Fri, 20 Feb 2009 15:04:21 +0000 http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/#comment-10008 All Natural Pest Control, Our products are tested and proven to not only kill Mosquito's, Flea's & Bed Bugs & More instantly but is one of the "ONLY PEST CONTROL SUBSTANCE KNOWN TO MAN THAT WILL KILL THE FLEA, ITS EGGS AND LARVEA THE FIRST TIME" PERIOD... and in-fact our Cedar Oil Solutions will go down in history as the most effective insect control ever. Our product was Tested by Iowa State University at the request of the United States Department of Agriculture for the use of the United States Army in Iraq to eliminate the Desert Sand Flea problem that our troops are encountering, which chemicals treatments were either ineffective or causing rashes, and the test results were astonishing, our product was RATED # 1 and far superior to its chemical counterparts. Finally a product that is safe and is far superior to any chemicals that you've been using ...endorsed by the U.S. D.A. leading Scientist Dr. Bradford. It is globally acknowledged as the most effective Bio-control agent for biting and stinging insects available on the market. Protect the ones you love from Toxic Pesticides! Secure your yard & home today from insect invasion! Use Natures Natural Choice...Cedar Oil All Natural Pest Control, Our products are tested and proven to not only kill Mosquito’s, Flea’s & Bed Bugs & More instantly but is one of the “ONLY PEST CONTROL SUBSTANCE KNOWN TO MAN THAT WILL KILL THE FLEA, ITS EGGS AND LARVEA THE FIRST TIME” PERIOD… and in-fact our Cedar Oil Solutions will go down in history as the most effective insect control ever. Our product was Tested by Iowa State University at the request of the United States Department of Agriculture for the use of the United States Army in Iraq to eliminate the Desert Sand Flea problem that our troops are encountering, which chemicals treatments were either ineffective or causing rashes, and the test results were astonishing, our product was RATED # 1 and far superior to its chemical counterparts.

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Protect the ones you love from Toxic Pesticides!
Secure your yard & home today from insect invasion!
Use Natures Natural Choice…Cedar Oil

]]> By: Natural Decors » Blog Archive » Popular US Farm Chemical = Death to Frogs http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/comment-page-1/#comment-8404 Natural Decors » Blog Archive » Popular US Farm Chemical = Death to Frogs Tue, 20 Jan 2009 05:56:16 +0000 http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/#comment-8404 [...] are threatened with extinction.  A new study finds that atrazine, the second most widely used farm herbicide in the country, is partly responsible for this [...] [...] are threatened with extinction.  A new study finds that atrazine, the second most widely used farm herbicide in the country, is partly responsible for this [...]

]]> By: akolade http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/comment-page-1/#comment-5491 akolade Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:39:13 +0000 http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/#comment-5491 I think the issue of safety of the chemicals deployed in pest control is a serious issue.I have been into the business OF FUMIGATION for well over 3years.However,i got a appreciable quantity of job to cope with in recent tme .The main constituent of the chemical used is DDVP,basically for home fumigation.Ihave developed blurred vision,general tiredness and constant cough which is accompanied with salivary discharge.I hope this would subside over time ,i would appreciate it if you can advice on what step to take in minimising or erradicating the effects of this chemical use. Thanks. AKOLADE D.M. I think the issue of safety of the chemicals deployed in pest control is a serious issue.I have been into the business OF FUMIGATION for well over 3years.However,i got a appreciable quantity of job to cope with in recent tme .The main constituent of the chemical used is DDVP,basically for home fumigation.Ihave developed blurred vision,general tiredness and constant cough which is accompanied with salivary discharge.I hope this would subside over time ,i would appreciate it if you can advice on what step to take in minimising or erradicating the effects of this chemical use.
Thanks.
AKOLADE D.M.

]]> By: Popular US Farm Chemical = Death to Frogs : Planetsave http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/comment-page-1/#comment-5032 Popular US Farm Chemical = Death to Frogs : Planetsave Fri, 31 Oct 2008 15:38:52 +0000 http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/#comment-5032 [...] are threatened with extinction.  A new study finds that atrazine, the second most widely used farm pesticide in the country, is partly responsible for this [...] [...] are threatened with extinction.  A new study finds that atrazine, the second most widely used farm pesticide in the country, is partly responsible for this [...]

]]> By: Clayton B. Cornell http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/comment-page-1/#comment-38 Clayton B. Cornell Mon, 03 Mar 2008 16:33:25 +0000 http://ecolocalizer.com/2008/02/27/tackling-the-toxic-problem-of-pesticides/#comment-38 Nice article Jason. Speaking of resources, don't forget about the National Pesticide Information Center, which is an EPA-funded hotline for pesticide safety questions: 1-800-858-PEST (7378). The can provide technical information as well as ways to minimize the risk of using a particular product, and other resources. Nice article Jason. Speaking of resources, don’t forget about the National Pesticide Information Center, which is an EPA-funded hotline for pesticide safety questions: 1-800-858-PEST (7378). The can provide technical information as well as ways to minimize the risk of using a particular product, and other resources.

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