Contra Costa Clean Water Program

Dealing with pests this summer?

Use Integrated Pest Management (IPM):
✔ Prevent pests before they appear by attracting beneficial insects and birds
✔ Choose the least toxic management practice first, such as encouraging healthy soil or planting hardy natives
✔ Avoid unnecessary pesticide use or be sure to only use on targeted areas when absolutely necessary

Pesticides can wash into storm drains and harm aquatic life.

Learn more:
cccleanwater.org/residents-community/how-to-prevent-pollution/home-garden.