Pesticides have an important role to play in the management of pests in our homes, schools and on our farms. However, when improperly used, pesticides can pose a serious risk to human health and the environment. EPA offers advice and guidance on the management and disposal of pesticides for both agricultural and non-agricultural uses. Through Integrated Pest Management, the agency advocates an environmentally sensitive approach to pesticide use that includes combining common-sense practices, monitoring and preventative measures that can ultimately reduce the need for pesticides. EPA also works with regional, state and tribal authorities to implement pesticide risk management measures in the field, and develop and apply more consistent program policies, decisions and implementation among all partners.

Recommended EPA Web pages

• Pesticides: Controlling Pests
  Provides information about controlling pests.
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Principles
  Integrated pest management is an effective and environmentally sensitive approach to pest management that relies on a combination of common - sense practices.
• Ag 101: Pest Management
  Ag 101 provides information on pest management for crop production.

Pest Management
Crop Protection, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), State Management Plan

Pesticide Effects
Animal Safety, Child Safety, Food Safety, Health Effects, Pesticide Spills, Risk Assessment

Pesticide Legal Aspects
Compliance, Enforcement, Guidance, Labeling, Legislation, Public Comment, Regulations, Reporting

Pesticide Monitoring
Models, Residues, Test Methods

Pesticide Types
Antimicrobial Pesticides, Biopesticides, Disinfectants and Sanitizers, Insecticides, Rodenticides