Directory of State Pesticide Information

Health & Safety, Pest Control

NOTICE
This information constantly changes as outside websites update their information.
DO NOT RELY ON THIS INFORMATION FOR EMERGENCY USE.

If you have an emergency ALWAYS Call 911 or the appropriate Emergency Hot-line in your area.

Also Read the label on the Chemical and it should list Emergency Information about how to treat people that have come in contact with the product until trained emergency help can arrive.

Alabama
http://www.agi.state.al.us/
http://www.agi.state.al.us/Word/PPPM.htm

Department of Agriculture
Division of Plant Protection and Pesticides
PO BOX 3336
Montgomery, AL 36109-0336
(334) 240-7171

Alaska

http://www.state.ak.us/dec/eh
http://www.state.ak.us/dec/eh/pest

Alaska Department of Environmental …

Growing Plants from Seed

Vegetables

There are a variety of Annual plants that are easy to grow from seeds.

The two biggest advantages from growing your annuals from seed are enjoying the full life cycle of the plant and saving money.

If you are new to gardening you may want to start with seed packets. Most plant types available in seed are hybridized plants and will grow quickly and produce great flowers and large fruits. Once you aquire the basic …

Repairing a lose board on your deck

Decks & Sheds

Sometimes when you build with pressure treated lumber it will shrink more then expected this is the problem with one of or deck boards. Although replacing the whole piece is an option once you have stained your deck a few times and it has weathered for a season installing a fresh board will mean a mismatch in color.

If you are using an opaque stain that will completely block the grain in the wood this is fine …

What to look for in a Basic Drafting Software Package

CAD and Building Plans

In 1984 I got my first taste of CAD Computer Aided Drafting with AutoCad 2.something and since that time there is no way that I would go back to drawing by hand. The features that were available in that software are still pretty much the same and remain the basic tools for drafters, architects and engineers.

Today’s CAD Drafting Software can provide the user with a variety of internal and add-on features. Everything from 3D rendering of your project with animated …

Using Mulch in your Garden

Lawn & Garden, Plants & Flowers, Trees & Bushes

There are many types of mulch that you can use in your garden and just as many reasons to use it.
Most people like the way mulch looks in flower beds and around their small trees but the reason it is used has much more to do with garden maintenance then just its decorative appeal.

Here are a few reasons you may want to use mulch.

To reduce the amount of …

Directory of Governmental Resources and Offices covering Pesticides

Pest Control, State and Local Organizations

Directory of Governmental Resources and Offices covering Pesticides

Alabama
http://www.agi.state.al.us/
http://www.agi.state.al.us/Word/PPPM.htm
Department of Agriculture
Division of Plant Protection and Pesticides
PO BOX 3336
Montgomery, AL 36109-0336
(334) 240-7171

Alaskahttp://www.state.ak.us/dec/eh

http://www.state.ak.us/dec/eh/pest

Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation
Environmental Health
500 S Alaska St
Palmer, AK 99645-6340
(907) 745-3236

Arizonahttp://agriculture.state.az.us
http://agriculture.state.az.us/ESD/esd.htm

Arizona Department of Agriculture
Environmental Services
1688 W Adams
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(800) 223-0618
(602) 255-3664
(602) 542-3579

Arizona Structural Pest Control
9545 East Double Tree Ranch Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Arkansas
http://www.plantboard.org/
http://www.plantboard.org/pesticides_licensing.htmlArkansas State Plant Board
Division of Feeds, Fertilizers and Pesticides
#1 Natural Resource Dr
PO BOX 1069
Little Rock, AR …

Understanding Perennials, Annuals and Biennials

Plants & Flowers

When planning your garden you can choose from a variety of different plants, bushes and trees.

There are 3 basic types to choose from

Perennials – Plants that survive for many years.

Bushes and trees are examples of Woody Perennials.
These plants will last for many years. Some like evergreens Pines or Holly bushes will keep their leaf structure year long. Others that are deciduous like Oak Trees will drop their leafs …

Rose Pruning

Plants & Flowers

Proper pruning of plants is something that all gardeners should learn.

For many plants like roses pruning is necessary to improve the growth and flowering of the plant.

Prune your roses in late winter – early spring to promote the next seasons growth.

Summer pruning should be done to remove diseased or damaged stems or for harvesting flowers.

You should also deadhead the flower buds once they have died.

Always make clean sharp cuts …

Planting Peppers and Potted Plants

Vegetables

Planting Vegetables in your garden is really easy to do and will give you months of enjoyment and food.

All vegetables are started by seed but as a home gardener you can take advantage of potted plants to reduce your germination and grow time. Plants are available in early spring right after the last frost. Most Home Stores and Garden Centers carry a good selection but you can also purchase …

Range Hoods – Selection and Cleaning

Appliances, Kitchen

There are three basic types of range hoods available for residential kitchens. Each type has its own advantages and features but whatever model you pick there are three main reasons you should get one.

The first is Fire Protection- A range hood made out of stainless steel or enameled steel will act as a buffer in case of grease or other fires on your stove. Since most cabinets are made out of …

Gas and Electric Cooktops – Selection and Care

Appliances, Kitchen

Your Stove is one of the most important parts of your kitchen and it should get proper care to last a long time.

There are three different types of stove tops that we will cover.

Electric with exposed elements
Gas with exposed elements
and Electric with Glass Surface

Each type has its own specific features and different methods of maintenance.

Electric Stoves with …

Disinfecting Refrigerators and Countertops

Cleaning & Restoration, Health & Safety, Kitchen

Regular cleaning of your counter tops, cutting boards and refrigerator is necessary to reduce dangerous bacteria buildup in your kitchen. Bacteria can often be unseen and odorless so just because the surface looks visibly clean of dirt does not mean it is safe.

To disinfect kitchen surfaces we need to use a bleach solution.

Prepare the solution by adding 1 cup of household bleach to a gallon of water and then …