Question

What are methods of combating toxic pesticides?

Answer 1

Answer:

Pesticides are usually used to kill or control the growth of pests.

Pesticides can be toxic and can cause several health effects such as respiratory problems to cancer.

There are several methods combating toxic pesticides as mentioned below:

1) People should use non-toxic methods for the purpose of controlling pests in  agricultural practices.

2) All fruits and vegetables are should be washed before eating for example  a diluted solution of mild dish-washing detergent can be made for this purpose.

3) Always prefer to buy organic in-season fruits present in market having high assurance of pesticide free.

4) Planting own organic vegetables an d fruits is best way to keep yourself away from toxic pesticides.

5) Should have knowledge of ways of testing toxicity.

Answer 2

Answer: -Buy organic and locally grown fruit and vegetables.

- Wash fruits and vegetables before eating.

- Use non-toxic methods for controlling insects in the home and garden.

Explanation: Doing the following will help eliminate toxic pesticides because in season fruits and veggies from your local market is the best assurance of pesticide-free produce.