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Safe methods for pest control on your farm

Caterpillars on spinach leaf [iStockphoto]

The use of agricultural chemicals to control insect pests and diseases in crops is the most effective method. However, with the increase of lifestyle diseases like cancer linked to the use of agrochemicals on farms, there is a need to explore other safe alternatives. Already, lobby groups have petitioned Parliament to legislate on withdrawal of harmful agricultural chemicals from the market. Should these lobby groups make good their threat, farmers would have to revert to insect and disease control methods that are safe and sustainable.

Sustainable methods

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