So, I came across a news story about #MaineJanesTacklers -- designed by a #Maine woman, and involving velcro and sticky tape. I thought to myself, "Couldn't I just make that out of #DuckTape / #DuctTape ?" Yes, I could #DIY it (and found some articles about how to do that). But if one wants to purchase the velcro ones, MaineJane's was sold to another #Maine business -- The Predator Pee Store (and yes, I am familiar with them). They are called #StopTickWraps and can be found at the link below.

"Foggy Mountain® StopTickWraps are Wearable Velcro® Sticky Tick Traps that were originally invented by and marketed under the name MaineJane’s Tacklers by Jane Gower in #DresdenME, a small town in the mid-coast area of Maine. The area is known to have one of the highest rates of #LymeDisease in the nation and is also the area were Jane worked as a registered nurse. She has witnessed first-hand the burdens that these terrible diseases can put on patients and their families. This, combined with her experience as a #MaineGuide, motivated her to research and develop this safe, affordable, product that reduces the risk of acquiring tick borne diseases. #MaineOutdoorSolutionsLLC is very pleased to have the opportunity to purchase her product line and incorporate it in our Foggy Mountain® line of unique and useful outdoor products from Maine."

http://www.predatorpeestore.com/stopticknow.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawSH1w9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFsaTdOS3kyVEMxNGpQTlpuc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrsnaBQuUxeowRwZ_EDJ5vz45RPlE965Ag9gijW-wXSd8OUrAg-bcdJL408U_aem_-V_LgCHQeZSQmh-VHHUPfg

#SolarPunkSunday #PesticideFree #TickControl #Ticks #MaineMade

StopTick Wraps

StopTick Wraps

🌱🪱 Today is International Plant Health Day. Strong plants grown in healthy soil in a biodiverse environment don't need #pesticides.

#IPM #PlantHealth #PesticideFree

https://www.pan-europe.info/blog/pesticide-free-agriculture-profitable-and-boosts-yields-new-french-study-shows

We have an abundance of blackberries growing in the garden right now. It's wonderful. I've been making crumbles. They are also absolutely delicious, stewed #LowFoodMiles #sustainability #seasonality #PesticideFree #Harvest #Smallholding #OrganicLiving #HomeGrown

Could tiny spider mites help end our pesticide problem? Scientists reveal a natural way to boost plant defenses—no chemicals needed! #SustainableFarming #PesticideFree #PlantDefense

https://geekoo.news/how-tiny-mites-might-save-farming-a-breakthrough-in-natural-pest-control/

How Tiny Mites Might Save Farming: A Breakthrough in Natural Pest Control | Geekoo

Tokyo University of Science researchers have uncovered how spider mite proteins activate plants' natural defenses. This discovery could lead to sustainable, pesticide-free farming solutions.

Geekoo

I've had good luck using #NeemOil spray to get rid of #FungusGnats [test on a small spot to make sure your plant doesn't have a bad reaction]. Removing decaying plant matter also helps. And using a #PeatFree soil mix helps as well -- peat attracts fungus gnats (and peat really belongs in the bogs, not in our flower pots).

How To Use Neem Oil For Fungus Gnats Control

Neem oil is a non-toxic, all-natural pesticide with insecticidal properties that kill many pests on contact and help you get rid of gnats.

https://plantcaretoday.com/neem-oil-fungus-gnats.html
#PesticideFree #Gardening #SolarPunkSunday

Does Neem Oil Kill Fungus Gnats? Spray, Soil Soak, Neem Cake

Houseplant owners are often frustrated with tiny fungus gnats on their plants. The gnats love to feed on fungi, the leaves of plants, and decaying organic matter. Use Neem Oil for control.

Plant Care Today

Pour une eau sans pesticides, sans plastiques, sans polluants éternels (et on est mal barré mon capitaine !)

#redon #eaux #eauxetrivieresdebretagne #agriculturebio #pesticidefree