Pure Solutions Blog | Pesticide Safety

Think about the Honeybees

Posted by Pure Solutions on Apr 8, 2019 1:22:00 PM

In New England bees have always been a part of our Eco-system, and they play a crucial role in the food we eat every day. It is estimated that we depend on pollinators for roughly one-third of the food in the world today. There is no debate about the importance of honeybees and pollinators in our local ecosystems. Since the late 1990's beekeepers around the world have reported high rates of decline in honeybee populations. The alarming decline in populations has sparked the now infamous ‘Save the Bees’ movement.

Healthy Gardens and Pest Control

Posted by Jeff Gilchrist on Mar 28, 2019 4:57:44 PM

Spring is here!!! It's time to get outside and fully utilize our outdoor settings. This year we are very excited to be working with Renee Bolivar, Owner of Gardens by Renee. Renee specializes in consulting and implementing custom edible landscape design, installation, and maintenance. One of Renee's exemplary services is the generation of Pollinator Habitats; "gardens that attract and feed the bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and many other beneficial insects". Renee's passion for pollinators and pollinator habitats has earned her the horticulturist lead at The Best Bees Company.

The Dangers of Pesticide Use for Families

Posted by Graham Henningson on Mar 29, 2016 11:32:00 AM

The summer is one of our favorite times to spend with our family- whether on vacation or just in the back yard enjoying the season. While there is a risk of vector-borne disease parents need to be concerned about while outdoors, the dangers of pesticide use also pose a health risk to children.