More is NOT better when it comes to pesticides

Men seem to be worse about this than women but there seems to be a tendency to believe that if a little is good than a lot must be better.

This is NOT True when it comes to pesticides. As a matter of fact it often has the reverse effect. A good example is 2,4-d which is a growth regulator that triggers the plants cell structure to outgrow its ability to sustain itself. If you put more than the recommended amount on the plant it will actually shut down and go into dormancy to protect itself.

The label has given the optimal amount of active ingredient for the best results at the safest rate for humans and pets.

I smell over application of weed control all during the summer. This is exposing not only the applicator but the people in the nearby vicinity. When you smell the chemical that strongly something is wrong and it is wise to contact your local Department of Agriculture and report it. The only way we will get control over applicators who are mis-using chemicals is to regulate the use of those chemicals.