- Author: Karey Windbiel-Rojas
![Ants and other pests aren't deterred by human health concerns. (Credit: Jack Kelly Clark)](https://ucanr.edu/blogs/UCIPMurbanpests/blogfiles/67422small.jpg)
Like you, we at the UC Statewide IPM Program are responding to the COVID-19 situation in ways that help protect ourselves, our families, and our communities. While much of the world's normal human activities have largely come to a halt, pests such as insects, rodents, weeds, and plant diseases are not affected by the virus and continue to impact our homes, gardens, landscapes, structures, crops, trees, and natural areas.
- Author: Karey Windbiel-Rojas
![Always read the label before purchasing to ensure you choose the correct product for your needs. (Credit: E Lander)](https://ucanr.edu/blogs/UCIPMurbanpests/blogfiles/60303small.jpg)
You've probably heard it's important to read the label on a pesticide bottle, but you might not know why or what to even look for on the label.
Pesticide labels are legal documents providing directions on how to mix, apply, store, and dispose of a pesticide product. This means that using a pesticide in a manner inconsistent with its labeling is a violation of federal law. Make sure you always...