Re: Rotenone Hazards? -Reply

Steve Groff (sgroff@epix.net)
Thu, 16 Dec 1999 22:53:51 -0500

Ted Rogers wrote:

> My opinion is that the notification issue
> would be moot because any residue would be long gone by the time of
> harvest or consumption. If the discussion continues I will try to dig up
> the tox stuff.
>
>

So, could we apply the same reasoning to the pasture herbicide "Ally"
(broadleaves)? It is undectectable in cows milk even if they munch on grass
that is still wet from the chemical application.(so I'm told) Could it
possibly be that some of the newer pesticides are *safer* then those allowed in
some circumstances for certified organic growers?

--
Steve Groff

"Enhancing the Environment" http://www.cedarmeadowfarm.com/ Cedar Meadow Farm 679 Hilldale Road Holtwood, PA 17532 USA

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