Pesticide programs at MDA regulate the sale, use, and disposal of pesticides. The PFMD division monitors the use and environmental impact of pesticides and develops best management practices to protect human health and the environment.
Pesticides have a broad range of uses. A pesticide is any substance or mixture of substances intended for preventing, destroying, repelling, or lessening the damage of any pest and may be a chemical substance or a biological agent. Pesticides are often used to control weeds, insects, and plant diseases. Other pesticides registered for use in Minnesota are chemicals not commonly thought of as pest control agents, such as bleach and antimicrobial household sprays used to sanitize surfaces. When applying pesticides always read and follow the label.
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