Chemical pesticides and insecticides are made from fossil fuels, a nonrenewable energy source and a leading cause of global warming. They also wash into our soil eventually making their way into our rivers and oceans. An environmentally friendly option is to use a "natural" or "organic" pesticide around your home or garden. Organic pesticides are usually considered pesticides that come from natural sources. These natural sources are usually plants or minerals.

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Even if a product is considered to be organic, it is still a pesticide. It is important to be careful when using any pesticide, organic or not. Just because a product is thought to be organic, or natural, does not mean that it is not toxic. The big difference is organic pesticides break down after use and don't harm the environment.

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THE FACTS

Organic pesticides break down after use and don't harm the environment.