Problems With Pesticides

Pesticide use is very common in the U.S.  It is in a majority of the food we eat.  Not only is it bad for us, but it ends up being in runoff that makes its way into our waters.  Once it affects our fresh water sources, it is not long before it reaches the ocean.  It kills major ecosystems in the ocean and kills off all the biodiversity that once lived there. 

A majority of these pesticides come from agricultural farms, but also from our own homes and backyards.  They are also found in parks, golf courses, and swimming pools.  Now with people becoming more educated about these issues, companies have begun to produce environmentally friendly products.  Purchasing these products won’t fix water pollution, but every little bit helps.  For example, Seventh Generation is an environmentally friendly brand that is now sold in supermarkets and drug stores.  It is important to use products that have fewer chemicals in them and more natural and biodegradable ingredients.  Also, whenever possible, try not to use pesticides outside when gardening or planting.  It leads to contaminated runoff.  This water ends up in our water or our water system.