natural pesticides
Plant-derived bug killers
Natural pesticides are pest-control substances derived from plants, minerals, bacteria, or other organisms rather than synthesized in laboratories.
Pyrethrin from chrysanthemums, neem oil, and diatomaceous earth are common examples.
The term implies environmental friendliness, though natural doesn't always mean safer—some natural pesticides are toxic to beneficial insects or humans.
The garden center sells natural pesticides for organic growers.
- neem oilPlant-based pesticide extract
- companion plantingGrowing compatible plants together
- sulfurYellow combustible element
- Bacillus subtilisRod-shaped soil bacterium
- copper sulfateBlue crystalline metallic salt
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- farming knowledgecrop rotation, companion planting, seed saving, fallow fields, composting
- organicorganic food, organic produce, organic farming, organic certification, organic agriculture
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Man-made agricultural poisons
synthetic chemicals · organophosphates · DDT · glyphosate · industrial chemicals
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