Page 15 2026 Spring Home and Garden LINCOLN DAILY NEWS April 2026 pesticides are taken up by the plant and anything that feeds on the plant also feeds on the poison. There are non-selective pesticides, like glyphosate, that kill everything, including things that may not be pests, and there are selective pesticides like 2,4-D and Bt that are targeted. Integrated pest management is an effective pest management strategy that can eliminate (or at least greatly reduce) the need for chemical pesticides. Using cultural, physical, and biological techniques to maintain maximum garden health can prevent insect and disease damage, promote the health of pollinators and natural predatory species, and protect ecosystems and families from unnecessary exposure to chemicals while growing a flourishing garden space. [Stephanie Hall] Sources: University of Illinois Extension | Starting a Garden: Pest Management
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