Getting rid of spiders, bugs, and other pests around the house is important. When an infestation hits, it seems as though nothing is more important than ridding your home of their presence, taking whatever action is necessary. Bugs outside destroying our plants can be just as bothersome as bugs that have invaded the home. 

Before calling the exterminator, take a moment to think through your options. When all is said and done, it will be more beneficial to you to invest in environmentally-friendly pesticides. These will work well to eliminate bugs in your home and yard, and keep your vegetation healthier for much longer.

The History Of Pesticides

Pesticides are made to destroy pests from ruining your vegetation, whether that is on a commercial level or a residential level. Besides this, they are able to protect against diseases and weeds, preventing these from overtaking your yard. Although they are commonly thought of for agricultural use, they expand much farther than that.

Pesticides have been around for thousands of years, although they weren't always as environmentally friendly as they are now. The first pesticide known to be used was sulfur, used in some places before 2000 BC. This worked to complete their purpose, although not as effective as the methods used today. From there they evolved into using poisonous plants for pest control, placing them near their good plants to harm any insects that came near them.

At the beginning of the 1600s, new chemicals began to be used in the pesticides. Toxic elements like mercury, lead, and arsenic were used to kill any pests that came near the crops. It wasn't until the 1950s that arsenic pesticides saw a decline. Before that, they were the most popular pesticides on the market.

During the 1960s, the negative effects of some pesticides were discovered, leading people to look for more environmentally-friendly pesticides. The EPA was put into place in 1970, and formed the first pesticide law in 1972. 

Green Pesticides

The negative effects of pesticides have brought about green pesticides, which are much better for the environment. There have been restrictions made on natural pesticides over the years. In 2005 rotenone was not allowed to be used in the United States anymore by farmers.

Some natural pesticides, such as spinosad, have been noted to destroy harmful elements while leaving beneficial bugs to grow. This could be extremely helpful in the world of agriculture and even helpful for those looking for a pesticide for their home. There are new advances being made in these fields that make it even safer, and more effective to use these types of pesticides.

Whether you are financially reliant on your plants, or just wish to keep insects away from your yard, consider investing in a pesticide that works. You will save a lot more money by getting the right product the first time than waiting until it is too late. Choose a green bug spray that will get the job done, but not harm your plants, home, or yard in the process.

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Cassie Costner writes for companies dealing with Pest Control in Denver on eliminating unwanted insects in the home. She has also written on the evolution of pesticides, pests as pets, and choosing the right exterminator for you.

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Founder Ray Spotts has a passion for all things natural and has made a life study of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Ray became a forerunner bringing products to market that are extraordinarily effective and free from potentially harmful chemicals and additives. For this reason Ray formed Trusted Health Products, a company you can trust for clean, effective, and healthy products. Ray is an organic gardener, likes fishing, hiking, and teaching and mentoring people to start new businesses. You can get his book for free, “How To Succeed In Business Based On God’s Word,” at www.rayspotts.com.