What Is Organic Pest Control?

Eliminating common household pests is a fact of life for most of us. We know that flies, mosquitoes, and rodents carry disease, and we dont want them taking up residence in our homes. When is comes to choosing organic, biologically safe pest control products however, we do have choices. Organic pesticides come from natural sources. These natural sources are usually plants, as is the case with pyrethins, rotenone or ryania (botanical insecticides), or minerals, such as boric acid, cryolite, or diatomaceous earth. Organic pesticides also do not have a negative impact on land, air, or water. Boric acid, for example, is a white powder mined from the Mojave Desert in California. It has been used as an insecticide since 1922 for dealing with roaches, waterbugs, ants, silverfish, carpenter ants and termites. It works by attacking the nervous system. It is odorless, nonstaining, and safe to use in the kitchen. It is the main ingredient in Roach Motel. Pyrethrins are the main ingredient in ...  more

Macy's has defined what it means to be "Organic" in our industry. In early 2006, we began testing the efficacy of new and exciting botanically based products commercially available for the first time. Coupled with other products that utilize naturally occurring elements found in nature, Macy's has been able to provide the same pest-free living guarantee, with less risk to your health. Why Go Green? A recent EPA study suggests that 80% of most peoples exposure to pesticides occurs indoors and that measurable levels of up to a dozen pesticides have been found in the air inside homes! Our "Go Green plus 3" All Natural Protection Program eliminates the potential for exposure from your living space right from the start!