BANNING A CANCER-CAUSING PESTICIDE-METHYL IODIDE
In Feb. 2006 OCA generated thousands of letters and phone calls to the EPA opposing the proposed use of the carcinogenic pesticide methyl iodide. In January, the EPA had indicated it would allow farmers to apply up to 400 lbs. of the carcinogenic chemical to each acre. Methyl iodide is especially hazardous, vaporizing quickly and drifting over large distances. Reacting to widespread media coverage and public pressure EPA backed off on legalizing the pesticide.
Learn more: http://www.organicconsumers.org/2006/article_258.cfm
Learn more: http://www.organicconsumers.org/2006/article_258.cfm
rudkla - 22. Jun, 12:09
