Thursday, December 15, 2011

Week #10: Pests.... How Annoying?

Scholars,

This week we are discussing Pests but also keeping in mind the negative effects that insecticides have on the environment. Can you find some eco-friendly pesticides and post information about it. (Be sure to site your source)

How many days til break?(boo I'll miss y'all)

Mr. D
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19 comments:

  1. ColbyDecember 15, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    EcoSmart's pesticides are used from a blend of unique plant oils and use a teechnology based on the natural defenses of plants in their environments.

    http://letsgogreen.biz/pages/pesticides/ecosmart.html

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  2. marygorryDecember 15, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    http://www.gardensalive.com/article.asp?ai=62

    The Oil-Away pesticide suffocates the insects and their eggs instead of adding chemical solvents. It does not harm beneficial insect populations and is considered virtually nontoxic.

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  3. Bri TrumbleDecember 16, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    This eco friendly pesticide is called Bugzilla. It is a minimal risk pesticide that is able to be used in households and you are even able to use this where food is being prepared! This takes care of any household pest that you do not want to have to see those pesky little critters! :) http://www.bugzillaissafe.com/

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  4. Gabby RosencrantsDecember 30, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    I found information on a pesticide call Niban, produced by a company named Nisus based in Tennessee.
    This product works unlike other pesticides because it’s ingredients do not involve any real poison. Niban actually works by altering an insect’s digestive process. After pests ingest Niban, they are unable to absorb the nutrients from your garden or table scraps, thus starving to death. There is no need to worry about your pets, kids or animals that surround your home because the main active ingredient in Niban is Boron which already plays a vital role in practically all ecosystems. The dissolved borates will become a part of the underlying levels of Boron “which is an essential micronutrient for plants and animals.”

    http://www.ecoworld.com/animals/nisus-environmentally-friendly-pesticides.html

    Gabby Rosencrants

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  5. Justin DavisJanuary 1, 2012 at 3:52 PM

    The eco-friendly pesticide I found is called Diatomaceous Earth.It is actually a mineral and not a synthetic chemical, making it all natural. Diatomaceous Earth is a mineral dust mined from quarries that kills insects when they come in contact with it. It provides a permanent barrier against Ants, Fleas, Ticks, Cockroaches, Earwigs, Slugs, Beetles, Flies, Silverfish, Bed Bugs and many other pests indoors and out. There are no toxins in it as well, which makes it perfect for household use!

    http://www.dirtworks.net/Diatomaceous-Earth.html

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  6. Crissa AllenJanuary 3, 2012 at 9:18 PM

    I thought this one was pretty cool! You can make your own eco friendly pesticide. You can use Neem Oil or Baking Soda Spray. This site tells you how!
    (http://www.ehow.com/how_2199808_own-ecofriendly-pesticides.html)
    On a side note my family has been using Diatomaceous Earth to help protect our dogs from fleas and to keep those pesky water-bugs and flies out during the season change. It's basicly a powder blend of fossilized remains from a type of algae. Its also edible and has some really good health advantages. However, I don't eat it!(http://www.ghorganics.com/DiatomaceousEarth.html)

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  7. Rhiannon GrahamJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    I found a strand of products called ecosmart, they have a wide variety of pesticides that are made from combinations of organic plant oils. these products can also be used indoors.

    http://letsgogreen.biz/pages/pesticides/ecosmart.html

    Rhiannon Graham
    apes 3

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  8. MikeJanuary 5, 2012 at 8:22 PM

    EcoSMART Organic Bed Bug Killer and Repellent is made from a patented blend of organic plant oils. It kills bugs fast and repels for hours without any synthetic toxins or harmful residues. It is a very simple and effective way of getting bed bugs out the way. Also, it's safe to use around children.

    http://www.ecosmart.com/products/bed-bug-travel/

    Mike Warren
    APES 3rd

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  9. Anthony DudleyJanuary 6, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    Derrick Anderson
    Killer spices is made through plants. The flavoring of beverages is the main ingredient and since it has been used, several more tests were taken and it has been confirmed the pesticide could be a successful alternative to chemical pesticides.
    http://scifair.org/news/chemistry-news/killer-spices-provide-eco-friendly-pesticides-for-organic-fruits-and-veggies.html

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  10. ToriSJanuary 8, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    I found a series of natural pesticides using existing spices. Much as we would sprinkle salt on slugs to kill them, many insects also have natural enemies among the spice world evidently. The line is sponsored by EcoSmart but has not yet been released yet because they are still exploring the reaches of the spices in dealing with pests. Based on current findings they can already repel fleas or ticks from house pets without harming the pets, and have produced a more natural (and better smelling) mosquito repellant for humans, in addition to the fieldwork pesticides for plants.

    http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/08/090816170910.htm

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2012 at 3:59 PM

    http://letsgogreen.biz/pages/pesticides/ecosmart.html

    EcoSMART's formulas are composed of the most effective combinations of organic plant oils. These formulas have been used for more than a decade in professional and agricultural markets because they have proven to be effective against insects and other pests. And EcoSMART products are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

    Taylor Blackmon
    4th APES

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  12. Bridgett BrownJanuary 9, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    END all pest control kills 45 species of insects from eggs to adults. It's best to use this product on ornamenals,trees, shrubs, fruits, vegetables, flowers and houseplants.The ingredients are Potassium Salts of Fatty Acids, Clarified Hydrophobic Extract of Neem Oil, and organic Pyrethrin.It also dissolves in the soil with no residual, therefore leaving the ground uncontaminated.

    http://www.saferbrand.com/store/garden-care/5102

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  13. Alyssa PerezJanuary 9, 2012 at 10:35 PM

    An eco-friendly pesticide I found was called Neem. It has a chemical in it that halts the life cycle of the insect that makes them lose their appetite which is called azadirachtin. It does little harm to butterflies, earth worms, birds, fish and many other wildlife.

    http://pestcontroloptions.com/natural-garden-pest-control/5-environmentally-friendly-natural-pesticides

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  14. eatriceJanuary 11, 2012 at 7:51 PM

    JT said...
    here are natural pesticides, made from plant oils and naturally found products that provide excellent control and do not adversely affect the environment they are placed in.

    http://www.ecowisepestcontrol.com/ecofriendlypestmanagement/pesticides.html

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  15. treeman1234January 12, 2012 at 7:42 PM

    http://scifair.org/news/chemistry-news/killer-spices-provide-eco-friendly-pesticides-for-organic-fruits-and-veggies.html

    Scientists have found that two spices together and diluted in water can repel insects and for some even kill!
    Langston Arnold
    4th period APE

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2012 at 12:59 AM

    What comes to mind when you thing of killer spices such as rosemary, thyme, clove, and mint? Yes, adding a kick to a great meal. These spices also play as an Eco-friendly pesticide for fruits and veggies. They show a new class of natural insecticides to be an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional pesticides. These spices also pose low risk to human and animal health.

    http://scifair.org/news/chemistry-news/killer-spices-provide-eco-friendly-pesticides-for-organic-fruits-and-veggies.html

    Joy Freeman<3
    3rd APES

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  17. A.ChumpitazJanuary 18, 2012 at 10:25 PM

    all these products are eco-friendly designed to reduce negative impact pesticide have with in the environment
    http://www.ecosmart.com/products/

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  18. TaylorGangJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    TAylor and Kiari

    EcoSMART is a brand of ecofriendly pesticide that isn't bad for the environment and still does what it is supposed to do

    http://letsgogreen.biz/pages/pesticides/ecosmart.html

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  19. Anthony DudleyJanuary 22, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    Here are some organic pesticides and some ways to make a few of them. Some of the resources needed to make them may be outside of your home.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_pesticide

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