Dangers of No Pesticides

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Dangers of No Pesticides

It seems that all of us are aware of the harmful effects of no pesticides on crops. These products are used to prevent pests from destroying the crop you are growing. We know that they can destroy the nutrients in the soil and harm human health, but are there other dangers? How can pesticides affect us? Below are five concerns about these issues.

The first danger of pesticides is that they do not break down quickly. A chemical such as hydrocyanic acid or lindane will remain in the soil for years, if not decades. The pesticides will become airborne and eventually get into the air and drift through the atmosphere, affecting people and pets in the area. If a person or pet is exposed to these pesticide residues, they could suffer from long-term health consequences. Some symptoms of exposure include digestive disorders, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pain. There have also been reports of birth defects.

The second danger of pesticides is that they act as herbicides. This means that they destroy naturally occurring plant compounds and nutrients, as well as polluting the environment. This problem has been particularly noted in the field of agriculture, which has seen farms expand thanks to chemicals, resulting in soil erosion and contamination of groundwater supplies. Since pesticides are often used on organic farms, it has been difficult for consumers to find organically grown products.

The third danger of pesticides is that they destroy the natural balance between insects and other pests. This imbalance enables insects to overpopulate and eat up many crops before they are killed off. The chemicals kill off the pests but also wipe out the natural life that existed before they arrived. This means that when crops are planted, they will have to recover from the previous damage.

The fourth danger of pesticides is that they can lead to soil erosion. As farmers increase the use of pesticides on their crops, they will need more pesticides to manage the pest problem. In turn, this will create more waste, which will in turn pollute the soil. Other environmental impacts include the effect of insecticides on waterways and aquatic systems. This is especially true inorganic farmers, where water and oxygen are essential for healthy plant growth.

The fifth and sixth dangers of pesticides are the side effects on humans. Common symptoms include nausea, headaches, asthma and vomiting. These side effects do not appear when using organic standards because the pesticides used are diluted with natural compounds. Also, there is less exposure to toxins in the agricultural environment, which makes it safer for both humans and animals.

In order to protect yourself and your family from these pesticides, you should always buy your food at a certified organic food market. These markets exist in every state, but you need to be extra-cautious because some non-certified vendors may not have them. If you cannot visit a farm, check out their packaging. If it is not certified, you should consider buying from another vendor, but look first if their packaging is the same as certified organic food farms. More importantly, before you eat any product that uses pesticides, read the pesticide labels.

Even though organic farmers have to use pesticides, they are still required to follow strict guidelines for pesticide residue disposal. If you consume any pesticide residue, you should contact your doctor immediately to find out if you have an allergy or other condition that could have been triggered by the pesticide. Be aware that not all pest control products are tested for safety on people or pets. The National List of Pest Products serves as a helpful guide but to be safe, contact a health care provider for advice.