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Now is the time to clean out your storage space and make sure chemicals that are unused are still in good condition. These old chemicals should be held until spring and used in an approved manner or discarded according to EPA, state and local regulations. If unused try to return the chemical to the dealer or give it to someone who might be able to use it. Never pour a pesticide or fertilizer down the drain! They may end up poisoning people, plants and wildlife or may ruin your sewage system if you have a sewage tank or drain field.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released guidelines which will help homeowners determine how to dispose of unwanted pesticides. The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and Health have concurred with these guidelines. Homeowners are generally exempt from Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) requirements because the statue excludes “household wastes” from its definition of hazardous waste. However, if you have more than just a small quantity of pesticide you should check with the EPA to determine if you are in violation of the RCRA. Questions may be directed to a toll

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