It's that time of year again here in Florida. Mosquito season. Which means that the Mosquito Control is out spraying.
The chemical that they use to kill mosquitos is Malathion. Malathion is a pesticide commonly used to kill mosquitoes and other insects. Malathion may affect the immune, neurological and respiratory systems, according to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. They have also linked exposure to possible birth defects.
If you have an organic garden like we do, this time of year is a nightmare. There is no way I want this chemical on the organic vegetables that I feed my family.
There is something you can do. Look up the phone number for the Mosquito Control in your county and give them a call. You can ask to be added to their call list. Then they have to call you and let you know when they are going to be spraying in your area.
We have giant plastic tarps that we made out of the plastic that painters use to put over the garden until after they are done. Keeps the Malathion out!
Good to know there is an option!!!
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