Pesticides are routinely used on crops and for mosquito control to combat malaria. These pesticides were considered safe and effective but over the years the impact of their application is evident.
Major problems include:
- Loss of biodiversity
- Low birth weight
- Water pollution
- Soil pollution
- Interference with natural pest control
- Human health – Carcinogens
EPL offers testing for banned Organochlorine -and Organophosphorus pesticides that may be encountered in soil and water.