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• Read the entire label on the bottle or package of pesticides and follow the instructions as they specify.  Too much or not enough of the pesticide will not do the trick.  Also, the weather conditions are important, since some of the pesticides you need to apply when the surface is dry and almost always you need to apply it when there is no wind.  Otherwise, it may wind up in places or on plant material you do not want it to go.
• Wear protective clothing.  We don't want pesticides to get on our skin. Long sleeves and long pants are a must as well as gloves and a mask.  When finished, always wash these clothes separately from others before wearing them again.
• Keep bottles and packages of pesticides away from children and pets.  Store them in a place that can be locked and make sure that children can not get to the key.
• Make sure that no child or pet will walk over the treated areas for the amount of time that is prescribed on the label.  That way, the pesticide can not be tracked to other places, not can it come into contact with the skin of a child or pet.
• Spot treat where possible.  Don't spray an entire area if that is not necessary.
• Dispose of the leftover or unused portion of the pesticides according to the directions on the label as well as according to the State and Local Regulations.  We can then all rest assured that these pesticides do not wind up in some place where it can harm us, or others, at a later date.

It is always better to pull a weed, catch a Japanese beetle, spray off some aphids with the water hose and pick up some slugs.  If, however, you identify a pest that results in having to use pesticides, use it sparingly and according to the directions.  If you are not sure how and when to use it or what quantity to use, contact your local County Extension Agent or a local expert.

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