Well Organic Gardening does not involve the use of pesticides, but some gardeners use soap mixed with water, or keep praying mantis's or ladybugs in their garden to advert pesky bugs. Some gardeners even plant plants like Onion or Rosemary near their gardens too since they naturally repel unwanted bugs.
The tomatoes are most likely fertilized with chemical fertilizers. Therefore, they are pesticide free but not organic.
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The better type of pesticide is organic because it is natural and generally will harm plants less than chemical pesticides.
Fruits and vegetables are where the organic label matters the most.According to the Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit organization that analyzes the results of government pesticide testing in the U.S., the following 12 fruits and vegetables have the highest pesticide levels on average. Because of their high pesticide levels when conventionally grown, it is best to buy these organic:ApplesBell PeppersCarrotsCeleryCherriesGrapes (imported)KaleLettuceNectarinesPeachesPearsStrawberries
Some of Trader Joe's products are organic, but not all. Organic by definition means it can have 30% pesticides and still be labeled organic. The new term for pesticide free is "locally grown."
Witch hazel that is organic is grown without the use of synthetic fertilizer, pesticide or herbicides. Certified means that is grown by someone who has obtained organic certification by the USDA.
Yes. BT is a biological control, and not a pesticide. I use it on cabbage and tomatoes.
The best natural pesticide is pyrethrin, which is derived from the leaves of chrysanthemum plants. It is sold by many organic or environmentally friendly gardening companies. I get mine from gardensalive.com.
Pesticides, need not be chemicals. Some pesticides are made from certified organic and or food grade materials.
No. Organic foods do not contain any pesticides in them. This is what makes organic food different from conventional or natural foods. Although organic food does not use any pesticides, they use natural substances that are approved by USDA and other organic organizations. These help avoid pests while maintaining the soil’s health too. One of the brands that grows its food completely naturally without the use of any pesticide is Organic Tattva. They have over 100 organic products which are certified organic by the USDA.