Organic Pest Control

Many people complain of insects, animals and fungal diseases destroying whatever they try to grow. A huge variety of pesticides, herbicides and fungicides are applied in the United States to combat the effects of pests. Many of these chemicals are extremely toxic and harmful to animals, people and aquatic environments. Organic pest management looks at the problem from a broader view. Many "pests" occur naturally in the environment and are essential parts of the ecosystem they inhabit. The effects of these pests can often be countered by interplanting certain types of vegetables together. For example, you can plant marigolds around and among your garden, discouraging many types of insects from entering the garden.