
The Ultimate Checklist Before Using Contact-Based Insecticides
Contact-based insecticides play a vital role in modern pest management. Unlike systemic options, these act directly, targeting pests through physical contact rather than internal absorption. For fast infestations, especially from chewing or sap-sucking insects, they’re often the first line of defense. But misapplication can reduce their effectiveness—or worse, harm non-target organisms, crops, or soil. Before…