We’re supporting @DwrCymru’s #PestSmart scheme to help protect people, water and the environment from the chemicals in pesticides.
They’re running the scheme because @DwrCymru’s routine water monitoring programme has detected pesticide traces in areas they’ve never seen them before. They’re too low to pose a risk to drinking water, but they can breach drinking water standards.
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#PestSmart promotes safer ways to manage pests, weeds and plant diseases in your garden without impacting the environment.
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Pesticides like weedkiller can cause harm to people and wildlife, so it’s important to take special care with them.
Store Smart
- Store pesticides in a safe place out of reach of children or animals
- Only buy what you need. Don’t buy pesticides in bulk
- Always read the label
Use Smart
- Only apply pesticides to areas you want to treat. Excess pesticides could find their way into the environment
- Only use pesticides in good weather conditions
- Don’t use pesticides near pollinators like bees and butterflies
- Clear the area of children and pets before you use a pesticide
Dispose Smart
- Dispose of pesticides following the instructions on the bottle
- Never pour pesticides down the sink, any leftovers should be disposed of at your local waste centre
Try Alternatives
- Encourage natural predators in your garden
- Pull weeds out by hand or use natural alternatives to pesticides
For guides, blogs and advice on how to manage your garden without relying on pesticides head to the #PestSmart website.
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