Education
Washington Friends of Farms & Forests provides educational outreach related to responsible pest management. This includes brochures for displays at county fairs, trade shows and other venues about the benefits of proper pest management and how to use pesticides correctly. These brochures are available for member use at your event. In addition to the brochures below, we also have available a handout about pesticide regulations and talking points with quotes about the benefits of pest management. To request more information about how we can help you prepare for your next event click here.
To download a pdf copy of the brochures shown, click on the image or title of a brochure from the list below.
Farming, It's Good For You! - Washington's family farmers care for the environment while producing over 300 different crops and employing more people than any other industry in Washington State. Learn more about the environmental benefits of farming.
Managing Washington's Working Forests - Washington State has 23 million acres of the most productive forestland in the country. Of these, 16.2 million acres are classified as commercial, or "working" forests and have been managed for a century or more. In addition to producing wood and paper products, these forests generate oxygen, filter water and provide wildlife habitat.
Keeping Pest Control Products Out of Creeks, Rivers and the Ocean - Learn how to prevent pest problems around your home and how to purchase, mix and use pesticides when needed.
Backyard Benefits - Healthy yards add quality to our lives. They lower stress levels, clean the air and provide a place to play. To gain the most from your yard, keep it healthy.
Lawn Care Tips For Homeowners
Washington Friends of Farms & Forests created this newspaper insert on how to use pesticides safely. You can download it here for free. |
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