Mosquito Joe, a Neighborly company and a proud member of the Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program (PESP), is celebrating National Honey Bee Day by reaffirming its commitment to environmentally responsible pest control. The company, already holding a Silver Tier accreditation from PESP, is dedicated to achieving Gold Tier status, emphasizing the crucial role of protecting pollinators.
The PESP is a partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) dedicated to promoting and prioritizing environmentally conscious pest control services. Mosquito Joe’s participation in the PESP centers around prioritizing knowledge of pests and their environments, selecting the lowest-risk products and methods for effective treatment.
Pollinators, particularly honeybees, are vital to our agricultural system and food supply. However, they face significant threats such as parasites, diseases, habitat loss, and pesticide toxicity. Mosquito Joe’s Pollinator Protection Management Program is designed to safeguard these essential creatures and their habitats.
To ensure pollinator-friendly pest control practices, Mosquito Joe encourages homeowners to consider the following:
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Property Assessment:
Service professionals should thoroughly inspect each property, identifying flowering plants and shrubs to determine if they should be treated with specific products or left untreated.*
Application Procedures:
Companies should avoid spraying synthetic barrier products within 10 feet of flowering plants and shrubs or vegetable gardens. Additionally, wind direction should be considered to minimize product drift.*
Environmental Impact:
Companies should avoid using neonicotinoids, which are harmful to pollinators, and strictly adhere to EPA-registered guidelines when applying products suitable for flowering plants and beekeepers’ properties.“Pollinators are vital to our ecosystem, and we are committed to protecting them through responsible pest control practices,” said David Price, Associate Certified Entomologist and Director of Technical Services at Mosquito Joe. “By prioritizing environmental health and safety, we aim to create a harmonious balance between nature and human activity, ensuring sustainable pest control solutions.”
To further demonstrate their dedication to pollinator-friendly practices, Mosquito Joe offers these eco-friendly pest control tips:
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Opt for Natural Solutions:
Choose pest control services that offer botanical and all-natural options and/or traps. Mosquito Joe’s botanical service utilizes a natural compound of essential oils and soap, while their all-natural service employs concentrated garlic to repel mosquitoes.*
DIY Pest Control Sprays:
Homeowners can create their own natural pest-control solutions using essential oils such as eucalyptus, lavender, citronella, and lemongrass. These oils are effective in repelling pests without harming pollinators.*
Avoid Spraying Flowering Plants:
Ensure pest control services do not spray flowering plants and shrubs or vegetable gardens with synthetic products.*
Create Pollinator-Friendly Habitats:
Plant native flowering plants and provide water sources to support local pollinators.*
Stay Informed:
Stay updated on emerging diseases and advancements related to pollination management to make informed decisions about pest control.For more information about Mosquito Joe’s pollinator-friendly pest control services, visit mosquitojoe.com/pollinators.
