Dispose of Pesticides Safely – Free Pesticide Disposal Day May 1st 

on April 8, 2024

Do you have old pesticides taking up space in your barn, garage, or storage shed?
Dispose of Pesticides Safely through the Davie County/NC Cooperative Extension Center

In an effort to promote environmental stewardship and protect public health, the Davie County Cooperative Extension Center is hosting a free Pesticide Disposal event on May 1, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Davie County Center located at 642 Wilkesboro Street in Mocksville.

Pesticides in family garage waiting for proper disposal.

Improper disposal of pesticides can have detrimental effects on the environment and human health. By participating in this event, residents can ensure that these hazardous materials are handled and disposed of properly, minimizing the risk of contamination to soil, water, and air.

The pesticide products that will be accepted include:

  • Herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, rodenticides
  • New, unopened, and partially used products
  • Banned & outdated pesticides

Items that will not be accepted include:

  • Paints and other hazardous waste
  • Unknown products
  • Products that are not labeled
  • Products not in pesticide containers

This free event is sponsored by the NC Cooperative Extension. For more information, call the NC Cooperative Extension Davie County Center at (336) 753-6100.

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About Jeanna Baxter White

Jeanna Baxter White is a writer and the editor of the Davie County Blog. Relentlessly curious, she loves hearing and retelling the stories of Davie County. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends or curling up with a good book.
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