Integrated Pest Management

The words "Integrated Pest Management at Home" against a blue and green background.

While the use of pesticides is an effective way to manage pests, they can be toxic to people and pets. Pesticides can also have an adverse effect on the environment and can kill non-targeted organisms, like honeybees and other pollinators. In this episode, Elsa Sánchez shows you the chemical-free way to protect your garden from insect pests, weeds, and disease.

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