The objective of using pesticides in greenhouses is to reduce or manage pest populations
without endangering the lives of greenhouse workers or customers, and without harming
plants. To achieve this goal, it is essential to maximize pesticide exposure to the targeted
pests and minimize human pesticide exposure. The first part of this publication will address issues
related to pesticide applications, whereas the second part addresses human safety issues.
Author: Frank A. Hale, Raymond A. Cloyd, Edward E. Burgess