How can I effectively use baking soda in my yard for various purposes?

Baking soda can be used in your yard to control pests, neutralize odors, and as a natural weed killer. To control pests, mix baking soda with sugar and water to create a bait for ants and cockroaches. To neutralize odors, sprinkle baking soda on pet areas or in compost bins. As a weed killer, sprinkle baking soda on weeds and water it in to help kill them.