Getting bitten by mosquitoes? Everyone knows the distinctive hum of an approaching mosquito and has been made miserable by their red, itchy bites. Mosquitoes are not only nuisances, but can be a public health concern because they spread disease. The PRI Mosquito Control bulletin offers comprehensive information on the life..
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A pilot study conducted by Friends of the Earth-US and Pesticide Research Institute found that garden plants sold at top retailers contained neonicotinoid pesticides toxic to bees. Findings include: Neonicotinoid residues were detected in seven out of thirteen samples (54 percent) of commercial nursery plants. In the samples with detections,..
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A devastating and very visible loss of native pollinators occurred (and is still ongoing) this week in Wilsonville, Oregon. Blooming linden trees at a Target store parking lot were treated with Safari, a systemic neonicotinoid insecticide manufactured by Valent Corporation containing the active ingredient dinotefuran. Applied as a soil drench or..
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Having pets can unfortunately be synonymous with having fleas. Pesky fleas not only inflict itchy, painful bites to both pets and their humans, but can also carry diseases and parasites. The PRI flea control bulletin offers comprehensive tips for identifying, treating, and managing fleas on your pets and in your..
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No one likes unwelcome house-guests like ants, rats, cockroaches, and other pests that can spread disease or cause property damage. At the same time, the use of pesticides and other chemicals give parents a cause for concern. Rest assured though: Eliminating critters and safeguarding your kids and pets from the..
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As parents and teachers know, lice infestations are a standard, if unpleasant, fact of life. Most children go through one or two bouts of head lice, especially kids between the ages of 3-12. While they don’t carry disease or present a significant health risk, dealing with lice can be stressful...
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No one likes ants in or around their home, especially since you might end-up dealing with ant bites or property damage. While managing an ant infestation can be daunting, how you choose to get rid of ants can affect the health of your family, pets, and the environment. PRI is..
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No one likes a roach sighting, especially if you spot one inside your home. Deciding how to keep cockroaches out requires a well-informed action plan. Using multiple strategies can help you effectively manage roaches and protect your family. PRI is committed to developing resources and tools that provide information on..
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Yesterday, a judge in the District Court of Delta County, Colorado issued a permanent injunction prohibiting a farmer from fogging for mosquitoes within 150 feet of his neighbor’s property and ever allowing pesticides to drift onto the property. The case involved drift of Fyfanon™—a mosquito adulticide containing 96% malathion—onto a..
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Keeping rats and mice out of your home or business is a top priority due to potential health risks and property damage. Managing a rat or mouse infestation is no fun; however, how you chose to get rid of rogue rodents matters to the health of your family, pets, and..
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