WASHINGTON — A pest control company illegally used toxic pesticides and allowed unlicensed employees to apply chemicals, according to a new lawsuit announced by Attorney General Brian Schwalb on ...

If you decide to use a pesticide, select one that is effective against the pest you are aiming to control and that poses the ...

When faced with a pest problem, gardeners often wish for a solution that comes in a spray bottle and not the safer option of organic pesticides. It’s true that many poisons sold in garden centers will ...

Discussing the use of pesticides in the garden can generate strong reactions in some gardeners. Used properly, pesticides can be helpful, but if overused or used improperly, they can be harmful to the ...

The global pest control industry is steering towards a whopping $32.8 billion valuation by 2028, growing at a compound annual ...

A Maryland-based pest control company has agreed to pay Washington, D.C., nearly $140,000 after allegedly polluting the city with toxic chemicals. District of Columbia Attorney General Brian Schwalb’s ...

Ever notice how a quiet yard suddenly comes alive when birds drop by? Their visits bring color, music, and a surprising bonus ...

Licensing and certification exams for the state Department of Agriculture's Pest Control Program and Pesticide Program are now being offered online. The Pest Control Program administers 11 different ...