
Pesticides - US EPA
Feb 18, 2026 · This website provides easy access to all the pesticide-related information that is contained in various pesticide topical sites. It also includes news and meeting information, an A-Z …
What is a Pesticide? - US EPA
Jan 29, 2026 · What is a Pesticide? Pesticide law defines a “pesticide” (with certain minor exceptions) as: Any substance or mixture of substances intended for preventing, destroying, repelling, or …
Pest Control and Pesticide Safety for Consumers | US EPA
Dec 29, 2025 · Consumer information about pesticides, safe pesticide uses, controlling pests, child safety, and protecting family and the environment.
Why We Use Pesticides | US EPA
Nov 26, 2025 · Pesticides are used to control various pests and disease carriers, such as mosquitoes, ticks, rats and mice, and in agriculture to control weeds, insect infestation and diseases.
Pesticide App for Label Mitigations - US EPA
Aug 14, 2025 · EPA's Pesticide App for Label Mitigations (PALM), a mobile-friendly tool that helps farmers and applicators use EPA’s pesticide mitigation menu to reduce exposure to nontarget …
Pesticide News Stories | US EPA
Aug 24, 2015 · Pesticide News Stories September 24, 2015 Managing Head Lice in Schools - EPA Webinar, October 20 - Pesticide News Story September 8, 2015 EPA to Host Disinfection Hierarchy …
Basic Information about Pesticide Ingredients | US EPA
Nov 3, 2025 · Pesticide products contain both "active" and "inert" ingredients. An “active ingredient” prevents, destroys, repels, or mitigates a pest. All other ingredients are called "inert ingredients" by …
EPA Announces Proposed Registration of Pesticide Trifludimoxazin
Jun 11, 2025 · Announcing Proposed Registration of Pesticide Trifludimoxazin Released June 11, 2025 Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released for public comment its proposed …
Human Health Issues Related to Pesticides | US EPA
Sep 11, 2025 · These limits are designed to protect human health and the environment. Learn more about: Human health risk assessment Where can I get information on health risks of pesticides I …
How to Get Certified as a Pesticide Applicator | US EPA
3 days ago · Most states have a Pesticide Safety Education Program. Contact the Pesticide Safety Education Program in your state or territory for information on training and study materials. Indian …